Bess is a wonderland of native fauna. Run by immensely talented Bess Scott, the store sources native wildflowers from the Scott family farm nestled atop Mangrove Mountain on the NSW Central Coast. Creativity and flair is always on show at this beautiful and highly original florist. You won’t find anywhere else in Sydney quite like Bess.
Described an ‘intentional marketplace’ for a more conscious, holistic lifestyle, Frankie is a community of small-batch creators who make slow and ethical fashion and goods for the home, body and mind. Find pieces by local designers and makers including one-off robes, dresses, kimonos, loungewear, and linens, plus ethical kids toys, gifts, wrapping, skin care and plenty more. It’s a charming combination.
Mother-and-daughter team Catherine and Jessica Combe curate homewares and unique pieces from across the world. Find new pieces alongside vintage and antique wares imported from impeccable suppliers in France, Spain, Portugal, India, Morocco and elsewhere. There’s linen, glassware, candles and candleholders, cushions, soft furnishings and plenty of curios — vintage jewellery, bath salts, scarves — to fossick through.
By appointment only, check website for details.
The Tourgelis family opened OPUS in 1968, with a dream of sharing joy through gifting. More than half a century later, the family, led now by Chris Tourgelis, continues to stock an eclectic, fun and ever-changing range of cool products from across the world. Find homewares, candles, books, gifts, toys and, of course, cards and wrapping paper. Be sure to check out OPUS Design Co, the furniture and design store upstairs.