Look no further than these destination Cape Town Central City retailers for the perfect present to delight the special people in your life.
GENERAL
THE HERITAGE SHOP
This hidden gem in the Company’s Garden has a carefully curated range of South African-inspired items, including skincare products, soaps, essential oils and hand-painted ceramic mugs.
The Company’s Garden, 19 Queen Victoria St | www.heritage.org.za
FRANK & MYRRH
Frank & Myrrh is on a mission to share 13 generations of African treasures with the world and stocks traditional essential oils, tinctures, skincare products, fragrances and herbal teas. It also sells bucket hats and caps, moon bags and T-shirts.
305 Long St | www.frankandmyrrh.co.za
STUDIO LB
Here you’ll find a curated collection of Australian luxury cosmetic brand, Aesop, as well as Perfumer H, the British perfume house, and premium clothing from Japan and other parts of the world. A destination venue, for sure.
90 Bree St | www.loadingbay.co.za
HEMELHUIJS
Jacques Erasmus’s iconic eaterie also sells beautiful homeware such as hand-crafted raku vessels and plates, pure linen napkins, candles and exquisite ceramic candle holders which are also available online.
71 Waterkant St | www.hemelhuijs.co.za
FASHION
ARCHIVE COLLECTIVE
Exclusive sneakers and premium streetwear are on offer at Archive Collective. The coolest sweatshirts, jackets, hoodies, T-shirts, sweatpants and accessories are waiting for you. Brands in store include New Balance, Nike, Puma, Adidas and Asics.
107 Bree St | www.archivestore.co.za
DUCK DUCK GOOSE
A small gem, Duck Duck Goose is your (small) one-stop shop for cool independent South African fashion and lifestyle brands like Rich Mnisi, Thebe Magugu, Wanda Lephoto, Good Good Good, Kasi Flavour, Bat Butt and Nao Serati.
120 Bree St | www.duckduckgoosestore.com
FLOAT APPAREL
Take your love for the Mother City to new heights with cool everyday wear for men and women. The Float range is inspired by Cape Town life as well as travel, photography, music and culture.
137 Bree St | www.floatapparel.co.za
ALEXANDRA HÖJER
This beautiful Bree Street destination store has well-cut feminine garments made from beautiful natural fabrics. Alexandra Höjer is also stocks handcrafted shirtdresses, leather belts, shoes, shirts, pants and jackets.
156 Bree St | www.alexandrahojer.com
FJÄLLRÄVEN
Fjällräven has come to town! This fav Swedish outdoor clothing and equipment company with its functional, durable and timeless gear for men, women and kids (including jackets, T-shirts, backpacks, trousers, tents and sleeping bags) are highly desirable.
73 Harrington St | www.justlikepapa.com/pages/fjallraven
AFRAID OF MICE
Vintage shop Afraid of Mice has a great selection of clothing at a steal, for both men and women, from brands such as Gucci, Lazy Oaf, Fendi, Balenciaga, Missoni and Chanel.
99 Harrington St | Instagram:@afraidofmicect
VINTAGE WITH LOVE
Buying beautiful pre-loved designer garments at Vintage with Love is the most fun way to make a difference as profits support a large network of literacy and education charities across South Africa.
46A Canterbury St |Instagram: @vintagewithlovesa
WOODHEADS
Impress that special person in your life with a timeless leather bag, a pair of beautiful shoes or accessories from the one-and-only Woodheads, Cape Town’s original leather merchant since 1867.
29 Caledon St | www.woodheads.co.za
JEWELLERY
BLACK BETTY DESIGN
If you have someone who is drawn to striking, edgy jewellery with an emotional connection, Kristin Weixelbaumer’s jewellery studio is a winner. Check out the Beading Project Collection collaboration between the store and the Siya Kolisi Foundation. Proceeds from sales are donated to Gender Based Violence (GBV) survivors.
77 Hout St | www.blackbettydesign.com
DEAR RAE JEWELLERY
Another CBD destination venue, Dear Rae Jewellery makes handcrafted jewellery pieces and has a wide range of stunning collections including Hilma, inspired by Swedish artist Hilma af Klint, and contemporary heirlooms inspired by 12 magnificent gemstones for each month.
164 Bree St | www.dearrae.co.za
PRINS & PRINS DIAMONDS
A stalwart that’s been around for 42 years, luxury brand Prins & Prins is the go-to store for high-end diamonds and other jewellery.
66 Loop St| www.prinsandprins.com
DIAMOND WORKS
Diamond Works specialises in quality diamonds and tanzanites in southern Africa. Its varied selection includes the I Am African collection with handcrafted pendants that represent 10 unique animals and their traits.
10 Christiaan Barnard St | www.thediamondworks.co.za
PICHULIK
Well-known CBD jewellery store, PICHULIK, sells striking hand-crafted pieces like earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings which are all proudly created in the Mother City. There are several ranges from which to select the perfect piece.
8 Watson St | www.pichulik.com
OLIVE GREEN CAT
This showroom and on-site design studio has gorgeous jewellery by Ida Elsje, Philippa Green and Nunc, giving customers a wide range of options to choose from.
76 Church St | www.philippagreen.com
LIFESTYLE
ALWAYS WELCOME
Always Welcome is a design haven with its collection of established and emerging southern African furniture design brands like Ananta, Bofred, Dokter and Misses Houtlander and Kirsten Goss Abode.
108 Shortmarket St | www.alwayswelcome.store
INOVA CONCEPT STORE
This concept store offers the world’s finest luxury furniture, lighting, and accessories from brands such as Arflex, Audo Copenhagen, HAY, Moooi and String. Impress someone with the portable and rechargeable table lamp that doubles as a flower vase.
76 Harrington St | www.inovacontracts.co.za
AFRICAN JACQUARD
Preserving tradition while embracing innovation is at the heart of this luxury home textile brand which marries French techniques with warm African colours. Its expansive range includes throws, cushions, towels and table and kitchen linen.
53 Church St | www.africanjacquard.com
MUNGO
Mungo is all about proudly South African heirloom-quality woven goods. The shop’s wide range includes scarves, aprons, table, kitchen and bed linen, towels and luxurious gowns made from natural-fibre textiles.
78 Hout St | www.mungo.co.za
PEZULA INTERIORS
Glazed ceramic pots in various sizes and colours, a mustard stripe Belgian throw and a cosy Ibiza Sofa. These are some of the beautiful products to be found at this upmarket décor store with furniture, lighting, prints, books and games.
16B Buiten St | www.pezulainteriors.co.za
WAZA JAPAN STORE
The brainchild of entrepreneurs Hilda and Botha Kruger, Waza is a specialist retailer and wholesaler of premium Japanese goods including homeware, kitchenware, tableware, garden tools and teas. It’s where one goes for rare gifts.
201 Bree St | www.wazashop.co.za
WINE
DORRANCE WINES
Dorrance Wines is the home of finely crafted wines in the French tradition. The winery also has a charming urban wine cellar and tasting room inside Heritage Square.
95 Hout St | www.dorrancewines.com
OPENWINE
At this CBD gem, dubbed the first enoteca (wine library or wine library) in Cape Town, there are over 200 South African wines on offer. Tasting the wine before buying it is allowed.
72 Wale St |Instagram: @openwine_za
THE WINE SHOP
Exceptional wines can be found in Loop Street’s boutique wine shop with picks from wineries such as Aristea, Babylon’s Peak, The Wedge, Diemersfontein and Joubert-Tradauw.
199 Loop St | www.rsthewineshop.com
BOOKS
BOOK LOUNGE
This East City indie bookshop offers a wide selection of books in various genres. For recommendations, consult the shop’s Festive Reading Guides (www.booklounge.co.za) for adults, teenagers and children.
71 Roeland St | www.booklounge.co.za
CLARKE’S BOOKSHOP
Clarke’s is known for its massive collection of books on southern Africa, second-hand books on all subjects as well as old maps and old prints.
199 Long St | www.clarkesbooks.co.za
SPORT AND ADVENTURE
JUST LIKE PAPA
Just Like Papa is a great choice for gifts for avid outdoor lovers. The shop has got it all from durable braai tongs, camp cups, artisan knives and jackets.
73 Harrington St | www.justlikepapa.com
RUN
RUN has the latest running gear and accessories for beginners and professionals and specialists to help anyone run their next 5 km, 10 km or 42.2 km race.
11 Bree St | www.runstore.co.za
EAST CITY CYCLES
This trendy bike shop in the heart of the CBD sells an impressive array of bikes, parts and accessories. It also has a fully equipped service centre.
50 Harrington St | www.eastcitycycles.com
ROOK CYCLES
Head to Rook Cycles for stylish two-wheeled fun machines like the Rook Shift, a reliable commuter bike, or Rook Scout which is great on tar and excellent on dirt.
173 Bree St | www.rookcycles.com
ART
99 LOOP GALLERY
99 Loop displays works by developing and established artists from South Africa. The gallery’s annual summer group show, now on till January, is ideal for buying lovely paintings.
99 Loop St | www.99loop.co.za
WHATIFTHEWORLD
WHATIFTHEWORLD prides itself on presenting contemporary pieces by influential African artists who empower viewers to think differently.
First floor, 16 Buiten St | www.whatiftheworld.com
STATEOFTHEART
Art lovers are in for a treat at StateoftheART which showcases modern and contemporary art from South Africa. Don’t miss out on the gallery’s Artist Studio Sale, between 3 and 15 December, where participating artists will be selling some of their work for 30 % off.
50 Buitenkant St | www.stateoftheart-gallery.com
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