If you're looking to decorate your home with period pieces or add antique art to your collection,…read moreyou definitely have to take a look at the items in Isherwood Antiques at Queen Street. The store offers a mix of modern and antique European furniture and decorative pieces that are beautiful and timeless. From 18th century portraits and commodes to vintage Louis Vuitton luggage and the latest fabrics from Chelsea textiles, you can be assured that they are all of high quality because all pieces are carefully and personally chosen by its owner, Nicola Isherwood. This store is definitely one of the must-visit antique stores in all of Sydney.

Oh my word, I love antiques and this place has something for everyone. There is a mixture of…read moreEuropean and Asian antique items, furniture and bric a brac. The shop itself is well organised and very clean. I did think the silver could have been polished and my favourites collectibles were not available.. Cuff links! The manager was most helpful and showed me items that I was very tempted to buy. He had a good range of coloured glass, red being irresistible in my case! I think I will be back to this lovely shop. It is well situated in the suburb of Glebe.

An Aladdin's cave of treasures! I felt like I'd died and gone to heaven just walking through the…read moredoor. Quirky and fabulous things aplenty and the best damn service around. This is not your average antique shop and it's not often my expectations are exceeded, but visiting Halchemy Design was one of those times. I will most certainly be a returning customer when in the city. Thankfully too, the funky and friendly owner Jade is only too happy to post smaller items to me once I fall in love with them on Instagram. Let me tell you...once you go in there's no going back. You will want it all!

Check out the 'Flying Possum' illustration from 1789 - colonial Australian art is like watching…read moreminds melting, trying to assimilate what they saw into a context that didn't have room for it. The possum looks goofy and ungainly, and sure to plummet straight to the ground. The Antique Print Room is like a visual history lesson, from politcal cartoons to Art Nouveau advertsing prints, amazing Gould's bird illustrations and maps of all vintages and varieties. Before you dismiss it all as hopelessly out of your price range, you can find a bargain here. I once bought a lovely illustration as a gift for about $25, and framed it up. Looked a million bucks. When gazing at the beautiful art the other day, the cheapest I saw was about $40, but still a great option for gift giving. Unless your recipient has a vast collection of old French Fashion plates or botanical illustrations, you're unlikely to double up. And more welcome than socks, surely. I've got my eye on some Ida Rentoul Outhwaite prints (early 20th century Australian children's writer and artist), they'd be spectacular for a kid's room. They do framing here too, and the staff are quiet and kind, and don't mind people just looking.

I only found this place yesterday: it's a bit 'hidden away' on the third floor of the QVB which,…read moreonce you know it, is in fact the most interesting floor. The owner? staff? is very friendly and clearly enjoys her job. She also has a very distinct and interesting dress style. There are beautiful prints in various price ranges and books-with-prints. I bought a relatively cheap book (about 20 AUD) with maps of Australia since it was discovered until it was rounded for the first time - a fascinating follow-up of man's development in this area. Even then, the service was impeccable. I may go back for more..

Artbox is the perfect place to visit if you feel like buying something useless. The Asian gift…read morestore sells a multitude of cute items that are completely useless, but irresistible. Located about a dozen metres from Burwood Railway Station the range of goods is impressive. Cosmetics, stationary, hair accessories, bags, cutlery, oversized plush toys, ornaments and clocks are just a few of the goodies on offer. The Hello Kitty Wonderland is great if you want to buy a unique children's present that differs from the big department store range. I recently stopped by to pick up some goodies for my three-year-old niece. I chose a Hello Kitty mug and filled it with an assortment of wacky hair-clips and lip-glosses. It ended up costing around $30, which in my opinion is a little too expensive for the quality of the merchandise. Nonetheless, the kids (particularly little girls) LOVE the stuff. So in that way, it's worth paying a little bit more. And encouraging toys that aren't Barbie's or Bratz is an added bonus!

This is a great little studio. It's filled with pieces made by Hazel Butterfield Tate (married to…read moreactor Nick Tate) from a 35 year career spanning art hubs like London and LA. The gallery is filled with all things vintage and recycled -her catch phase is 'Deconstruct Creative, Reconstruct Uniques' and her philosophy is indeed 'reduce, reuse, recycle'. Prices aren't cheap but they're still affordable for the average Jo. Vintage textile cushions range from $95-$300. Upholstered chairs in vintage hand patchwork fabric $1,800 to the Bottom Line recycled cards $7.50 there's something for every budget. She also has vintage textile linens, handmade lamps and shades, chandeliers and vintage costume jewellery. Most of her materials and goods are sourced from her travels across Turkey, Spain, Czech Republic, the UK and the US. Definitely worth a look for vintage and original art lovers.

What an amazing store! From a design perspective, the store…read morejust illuminates light, design and colour. Campo Marzio Design have a incredible collection of products for the most fashion business person including document folders, business card holders, laptop bags, and pens - you just have to see the pens. Bonded leather products (reconstituted leather) and geniune leather products are offered to customers. Of course the geniune leather will cost you the bucks but they are worth it. If you are a little tight on cash, go for the bonded leather products, just gorgeous, affordable and very durable. Do yourself a favour and get yourself down there. Check out the store in Leura (blue mountains) and Potts Point too, both equally fabulous. Customer service is exceptional, everything comes gift wrapped with boxes and ribbons and all for free. Love love love it ! Thankyou Campo Marzio for coming to Australia. xxx beth c

Something old something new! This little shop has some beautiful french provincial pieces. I love…read morethat you can find a set of antique french teaspoons beside new placemats that are of an older style. The linen is of the highest quality. The prices are more on the expensive side...but you won't find the same thing in a friend's house when you go to that special dinner party. Buy and enjoy that little piece that is different. You are bound to get a comment. The shop is on Military Road at Mosman, parking is an issue. However there is a nearby small shopping centre and you can just walk across the road.

Trelise Cooper in Woollahra is the perfect shop to purchase a gift for a loved one. This store is…read moreone of the most fashionable stores in Sydney that sell avant-garde and luxurious clothing and accessories for women. The clothes have vibrant colours and intricate design and the jewellery is timeless and unique. They even have fragrances! While the clothes and other products are great, what makes this store outstanding is their service. The staff are helpful, friendly, and always willing to help you. Great staff and wonderful products: definitely recommended!