Must see shopping in Brisbane

True to its name, this contemporary Bowen Hills gallery-shop celebrates the work of independent, mostly local creatives. Prices are reasonable, with…

Whether you're on the prowl for a Victorian dresser, a mid-century armchair or a '60s beatnik frock, chances are you'll find it in this warren of eclectic…

Little sister to Avid Reader next door, Where the Wild Things Are stocks a whimsical collection of books for toddlers, older kids and teens. The bookshop…

Shaded by huge Moreton Bay fig trees, this popular, atmospheric market heaves with fresh produce, not to mention a gut-rumbling booty of multicultural…

Built in 1929, this heritage-listed Paddington theatre is now a sprawling antiques emporium. Dive in for all manner of nostalgia, from flouncy English…

Hankering for some purple heirloom carrots or blue bananas? The chances are you'll find them at this abundant, appetite-piquing farmers market. Grab a…

Ethically minded, pocket-sized Sun & Company showcases small-batch, locally made gifts and homewares. Expect an eclectic edit spanning anything from…

Rickety bookshelves and squeaky floorboards set a nostalgic scene at this sprawling repository of pre-loved pages. While the true number of books on offer…

Explore the work of up to 80 of the city's best emerging designers and artists, selling mostly women's fashion, accessories and jewellery, as well as art,…

South Bank's Collective Markets may draw the tourist hordes, but its modest sweep of stalls do sell some great items, most notably breezy summer frocks…

There's more than a touch of Japanese style evident at this home-grown women's boutique. Beautiful fabrics, sculptural elements and fine details feature…

The best little bottleshop in the CBD, these guys zoom-in on cognoscenti single-malt whiskies, organic cider, single-vineyard wines, craft beers and pre…

This cult-status music store stocks everything from vintage guitars and amps to handmade guitar pedals. Tym's vinyl selection includes an especially…

An iconic manufacturer of stylish Aussie bush/farm gear, RM Williams stocks high-quality leather boots, hats, oilskin jackets, belts, jumpers and shirts:…

Indie Junky stocks comics with cred, from classic DC, Dark Horse and Marvel titles, to female-, queer- and child-orientated works. You'll also find…

Rare and collectable records in the Valley, including old-school Aussie indie. If they don't have it, they'll find it for you. Also stocks street-art…

This jam-packed upstairs shop is home to an astounding collection of vinyl, CDs, DVDs, posters and other rock memorabilia. ‘Brisbane’s most interesting…

Stocks everything from Australian-themed calendars and outdoor survival guides, to glow-in-the-dark dinosaurs, telescopes and intelligent games for kids.

Intellectual, rainy-day gaming the old-fashioned way: chess, crosswords, Rubik's cubes, mah-jong, Scrabble, 1000-piece jigsaws and much more.

Diverse pages, a little cafe in the corner and frequent readings and bookish events: a real West End cultural hub.