Fremantle is the best open air shopping experience in WA and there is plenty of space and fresh sea breeze to make for the perfect day out even for the most discerning of shoppers. Character high streets lined with independent boutiques, a great atmosphere and plenty of places to stop for a coffee and a bite to eat (even a drink!), means you’ll be sporting the latest fashions without the hassle of navigating crowded and stuffy shopping centres.
In the city’s well-curated boutiques and local designer stores you can fit yourself out in on-trend gear that throws shade on shopping mall offerings.
To get you on your way we’ve put together a list of stores that are ready to fit you out with the latest threads.
The shoe offering is aplenty throughout many City shops but look out for the dedicated stores; Bob’s Shoe Store, THREE Key Sole stores and Bodkins Bootery.
FOR THE GALS
Those after a whole new look head straight to Freo’s top designers boutiques; Morrison, Megan Salmon, Gorman, Ame Bel, Bobby & Olive and Eros.
Looking to pick up that special piece that no one else has? There’s bespoke hats at Kate and Abel, ethically sourced gear at Remedy or Margaret River Hemp Co, you’ll find knits and smart casual at Spectator Sport, European wear at Creato a Mano or find a gem at one of Freo’s vintage stores.
In the south head to Pekho Wear + Wares, Bukeshla on Wray Avenue, Corner Store, Bonjour Ma Belle and Source, newly opened Iridescent Sea, By the C, Featherhorn and Ginger Morris in South Fremantle. Over the river, in the north Ooh La La and Ivy & Isabel are great go-to’s.
FOR THE GUYS
Freo is a go-to shopping spot for men.
The label-conscious will find right-now threads at 1991 Skateshop, Three Stories and Wear2 mixing surf, skate and street gear in various measures. Go straight to Mi Life and Hype DC for the freshest kicks. At Common Ground Collective, pick up a tee, hoodie or pair of cufflinks designed by a local artist.
Terrace Men is for the sophisticated dresser. European labels, fine knits and sharp shoes adorn the store. Warren’s Menswear is your reliable men’s clothing den with a phenomenal range of Levis jeans. Likewise at Bousfields in High Street, where they’ll happily fit you out for a suit while you browse the more casual shirts, socks and tees.
Service Denim on High Street is the gateway into the world of popular cult denim culture.
For those that want to cover off the shopping all in one hit, for guys or girls or a unisex look head to Three Stories, Katmandu or Rip Curl. Just looking for a few basics, pop into Cotton On or Target.
PAMPERING AND WELLBEING
Need a new do for your date night or just like to step out with a brand new look. It’s time to be primped, preened and massaged.
Endota Day Spa has an exhaustive list of treatments – and they’re all about feeling good. At Djurra Lifestyle Salon, it’s literally a head-to-toe offering. Massage is the speciality at Body Riches Massage Centre. At Flerty Gertie, you can book in for a bit of everything.
Hair salons and studios can be found throughout the city. In the centre the long standing Shearing Shed offers social distancing built in. Like the vibe of the West End try Enzo D’Alessandro on High Street. In South Freo, Paper Scissors Rock is home to Australia’s hairdresser of the year a few times over, you’ll find a serious retro interior at Doo Wop Hair on Wray Ave and Hårføner hair boasts a more intimate salon.
And not forgetting the guys – nvmen specializes in the full men’s grooming experience at their premises on the corner of Market and Leake. You can pick up a coffee at Cup Throat Coffee while you’re in the chair at Fremantle Barber Co, Bosuns Barber Co in Fremantle Malls have just joined the scene and Kennedy Barber Shop near Wray Ave is a Freo legend. Check them out for your preferred in styling, shaves, moustache and beard trimming.
Finish off your day with a glass of sparkly champers – you’ll walk past plenty of inspiration on your trip or plan your stop with places that are now open on our bar hop best of.
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