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Talking shop: Aussie retail
Australia’s retail market is proving resilient. We've compiled a selection of shops setting a global example with well-thought-through experiences, offering inspiration for any new venture.
Streets ahead: Bakery Lane
Australia knows how to shop. Its citizens want more than online sprees, seeking out eclectic high streets and innovative retailers. This is a guide to one of Brisbane's best, Bakery Lane.
Fashion
Watches, boots, shoes, sunglasses, shorts and belts – not to mention a boutique shop in former church.
Inventory no.91
Our round-up of Aussie-designed goodies, from a US-inspired tipple and tasteful totes to an appealing planter, coffee beans and blankets.
Streets ahead: Gertrude Street
Australia's canny citizens want more than online shopping. The country is blessed with eclectic high streets, innovative retailers and plenty of outstanding mall-makers; bring your shopping bags.
Inventory no.90
Our hospitable haul offers soaps to scrub with, sake to raise a toast, a lamp to set the mood and an incense burner for creating the right atmosphere for entertaining.
Design
Furniture-makers, a type foundry and an events space to rent. Plus: our Design editor has some tips for the tradeshows.
Tools gold
With big-box retail struggling, it's time for a revival of inner-city hardware hubs. In Italy, where knowledge and service rule, they have a model worth copying for the DIY sector.
Christmas shopping in Bassano del Grappa
Monocle films indulges in a spot of festive retail in an idyllic Italian city. Join us for the best in fashion, books, sweets and more.
