Boutique Shopping
The Hills are a great place to browse for something different from the usual high-street shops: clothing and homewares, handmade pieces, gifts, toys and local food. Sassafras and Olinda have the biggest cluster of shops, so they’re easy to wander on foot. Many small shops have limited opening days, so check before you go.
Fashion
Wilga, Kallista
Wilga is known for its timeless clothing, with many pieces designed, hand-cut and sewn locally. The shop uses natural fibres and offers made-to-order styles, so you'll find clothing with a more considered, handmade feel. If you’re after something special at short notice, Wilga can create a personalised, made-to-measure piece with a beautiful individual feel.
Quirky and the Jakster, Sassafras
One of those shops where you’ll probably spot something you weren’t looking for. There’s a mix of clothing with a vintage feel, plus accessories and other little finds.
Vintage & Old Finds
Butlers Vintage Depot, Olinda
In the middle of Olinda, with vintage furniture, old homewares and collectables, and plenty of pieces that show their age and history.
Through the Looking Glass, Sassafras
A small independent bookshop with a carefully chosen range of new and second-hand books and gifts. There’s a sister store in Belgrave, so you can visit either.
Dr Quirky's Vintage Emporium, Olinda
Vintage, retro, collectables and curios fill this Olinda shop, with plenty of pieces to dig through. Expect a mix of old furniture, homewares, clothing and other finds.
Scarlett & George, Sassafras
A vintage shop in the heart of Sassafras with clothing, jewellery and collectables. The stock changes, so there's usually something different to look through.
Charley Horse Vintage, Olinda
Charley Horse focuses mainly on vintage clothes, shoes and accessories. A great stop for any vintage-lover.
Local Makers
Art & Alchemy Gallery, Kalorama
Art & Alchemy brings together work from local artists and makers, including paintings, ceramics, jewellery, sculpture and homewares. The collection changes regularly, so there's always something different to see. The gallery is a true celebration of local artists and makers, with original artworks and handmade pieces to discover.
Emma Jennings Gallery, Olinda
Emma Jennings' gallery features her paintings inspired by the Dandenong Ranges, alongside ethical gifts and decorative pieces, including pieces made in the Hills.
Sherbrooke Gallery, Belgrave
On the edge of Sherbrooke Forest, showing work by artists from the Dandenong Ranges and beyond: paintings, ceramics, jewellery, woodwork and other locally made pieces.
Gifts & Little Luxuries
Soap Opera, Sassafras
Handmade soaps, skincare and body products made with plant-based ingredients. A good stop for a gift or a treat for yourself.
Soak, Sassafras
Australian-made candles, perfumes, soaps and home fragrances, right in the middle of Sassafras.
Truffaux Hatmakers, Olinda
Distinctive hats made in the Olinda shop, from everyday styles to statement pieces. Worth a browse even if you’re not after a hat, as there aren’t many shops like it.
(Photo courtesy of Truffaux Hatmakers)
Foodie Finds
Only Mine (Jala Jala), Sassafras
A Sassafras chocolatier making handcrafted chocolates, fudge and other sweet treats. Pick something up to take back to your accommodation, or eat it on the way.
Tea Leaves, Olinda
A big range of loose-leaf teas, plus teapots, cups and tea-related gifts. One for tea lovers to spend a little time in.
Kids Shops
Geppettos, Sassafras
Toys, gifts and wooden treasures, with plenty to tempt younger visitors. A good place to find something a bit different, for children or as a special gift.
Epoche, Kallista
Natural, open-ended toys and children’s goods inspired by Waldorf and Steiner principles: wooden toys, handmade dolls, books, art supplies and children’s clothing, all aimed at creative play.
Behind the Trees, Emerald
A colourful lifestyle store with a Baby + Kids Corner, stocking toys, books, arts and crafts, clothing and gifts. It’s very close to Puffing Billy Park, a favourite playground where kids can watch Puffing Billy go past.
