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 Colonial antiques |
60 Vivian Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4001 |
Situated in commercial Tory Street on the city fringe in an old converted church hall this shop specialises in quality colonial furniture and home ware. There are lots of elegant tables and a wonderful selection of roomy cabinets and generous sized wardrobes. Also stocks jewellery, china and interesting collectors items. Things are crowded in as they should be in all good antique shops and there is plenty of metered customer parking on the street out the front. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Cute baby clothes |
181 Victoria Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 4599 http://www.babyfactory.co.nz/ |
If you are shopping for baby wear you will find the cutest range of clothing at this centrally located store. There are dungarees, tops, pants, baby grows and dresses in all the well-known labels including Peter Rabbit, Ricochet and TK Junior. You will also find regular in-store specials with outfits reduced in price. As well as baby clothes this large shop offers an extensive range of baby toys and baby hardware like prams, cots, playpens and bed linen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exotic outfits |
60 Ghuznee Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 3803 |
Looking for something different to spice up your love life or to wear to a Madonna-style party? You will find a small range of designer lingerie and alluring outerwear at this small boutique, which specialises in New Zealand designs. From leopard skin g-strings and latex pants to crimson and black lace corsets and leather tops, there is an interesting variety of unique garments on offer. Prices are moderate to expensive, but then individuality in style does not come cheap. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Whiteware and hifi |
147 Tory Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 801 8197 |
This multi storey appliance megastore in downtown Wellington stocks a vast array of products. Browse through rows of televisions, computers, sound systems and whitegoods from top companies such as AKAI, Philips, Westinghouse, Kenwood, Atlas, Simpson, Sony, Mitsubishi. If you are having trouble choosing consult the knowledgeable and approachable staff. Prices here are competitive and a finance and after sales service is offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Latest chart toppers |
83 Cuba Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 4450 |
This popular compact disc store has all the latest chart toppers plus a huge collection of Maori music and beer drinking songs. There are regular specials on offer with lots of compact discs going at half price. Whether your tastes run to pop, rock or classical jazz, you are sure to find something to appeal here. Located in the heart of Wellington's lively Cuba Street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Coffee supplier |
27 College Street Mt. Cook Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 9748 http://www.laffare.co.nz/ |
Not just a popular inner city cafe, L'Affare is also synonymous with great coffee and is Wellington's foremost coffee wholesaler. The full range of blends is available over the counter, and phone or e-mail orders are also available. Rumour has it that Wellington has more cafes per head of population than New York and L'Affare is riding on the back of that demand. Sample a cappucino in-house and buy the beans before you leave. Your taste buds will not be disappointed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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24-hour convenience store |
107 Manners Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 801 8669 http://www.citystop.co.nz/ |
If you run out of cigarettes outside of normal retail shopping hours do not panic. Just pop down to this centrally located convenience store which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Apart from cigarettes you will find an enormous range of items from aspirins and bandaids, to magazines and takeaways. There are also fresh flowers, wines, personal hygiene items and hole-in-the wall banking. The store is large, modern, well-lit and the staff friendly and helpful. Located on Manners Street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upmarket delicatessen |
45 Dixon Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 2436 http://www.brooklyn.co.nz/Dixo... |
This little gem of a delicatessen is a foodies paradise with all sorts of gourmet goodies bursting in colourful array from the well stocked shelves and counters. If you venture in, you most certainly will not come away empty handed. The fruit and nut topped chocolates are my personal favourite but there is something here to satisfy all palates. An extensive selection of savoury foods draws in the lunch hour crowds and, if you choose, you may sit and savour your purchase at your leisure with a lunch time drink. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gold and silver galore |
Left Bank Cuba Mall Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 801 7019 |
You will find a mine of silver and gold jewellery at this small shop located in Cuba Street. From fine gold lockets and bracelets to funky silver rings and charms there are quality pieces to suit all budgets. There is also a tempting selection of greenstone, amber and other semi-precious stones. Many of the pieces are made on the premises and the experienced jeweller will make to order. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 For dancing feet |
107 Manners Street Opera House Lane Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 3037 |
Squashed up next to the State Opera House this long thin independently owned store overflows with shoes in all styles and a range of prices. Imelda Marcos would have loved it. You are bound to find something modern but long lasting, and within your means. There are always specials' tables so the shop is worth a regular visit. At the back of the store is the best children's range of shoes in the central business district, and for dancers young and old jazz and ballet supplies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Day spa |
Ground Floor, Les Mills Building 50-72 Taranaki Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 3655 http://www.isbliss.co.nz/ |
The latest in suburban pampering has finally opened in the heart of the city. IS BLISS is not just another hairdressing salon. You can enjoy a manicure, pedicure, sunbed session or massage either with or without the blow wave. The stylists are attentive and decor soothing. It is modern and comfortable so do not fall asleep during the hair wash and head massage. Quality hair products are, of course, on sale and the stylists are more than happy to advise on hair care techniques. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inexpensive and different |
118 Cuba Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 0977 http://www.ikoiko.co.nz |
If you are looking for a gift that is way-out and different, chances are you will find it in this downtown shop located in Wellington's lively Cuba Street. From shark finger puppets at just NZD1.50 to pebble lamps at NZD99, there is a huge selection of kooky and contemporary objects with something to suit every budget and most tastes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 For professional images |
22 Wigan Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4188 http://www.imagelab.co.nz |
This is a large and professional print and developing laboratory for those wanting exceptional colour and tone or commercial work undertaken. There are a wide range of services including straightforward film processing, digital master printing, mounting and laminating, scanning, transparencies, film restoration and CD image storage. Premium prices are charged but quality is exceptional. Prices tend to decrease with volume. Full range of quality and specialist film is also stocked. The lab is a little hard to find--try the industrial looking dead-ends off Taranaki Street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unusual and exotic |
108 Cuba Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 3878 |
For the unusual, exotic and decidedly different you can not beat this interesting shop located on Wellington's quirky Cuba Street. From clothes and compact discs to mobiles and mats, there is a wide range of moderately priced items to choose from. Look out for the star lanterns or the handcrafted wooden figures at just a fraction more. You will also find bark framed mirrors and a variety of unusual mobiles. New stock seems to arrive almost daily so there is always something different on offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wellington's best for the artistic |
170 Victoria Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 2099 |
This is the home of top quality artist materials at reasonable prices. You will find Wellington's largest selection of fine art materials here including oils, acrylics, gouache, watercolours, canvas, brushes, paper, easels, art manuals, mediums, varnishes and lots more. There are discounts for art students and regular patrons. Conveniently located in the heart of the city Littlejohns is the place to go if you have left your pastels at home. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More than weather instruments |
5 Swan Lane Off Cube Street, Te Aro Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 7683 |
This unique shop sells much more than just weather instruments. There is a range of science and nature toys including microscopes, solar radiometers and chemistry sets. You will also find novelties like skeleton woodcraft kits and pigs that "oink" if you cross their path - good to place in front of the fridge if you are on a diet! There is something in every price range from prehistoric glow balls up to moving dolphin lamps. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Romantic and appealling |
109 Cuba Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 3577 |
If you are a romantic at heart then you will warm to the charm and appeal of an attractive piece of antique jewellery. This specialist jeweller offers a selection of rings, brooches, necklaces and bracelets with the intricate design and quality workmanship of another era. Prices are surprisingly similar to those charged for contemporary pieces. Not only are many items extremely affordable, you will gain an heirloom to treasure. The shop also buys and repairs estate jewellery and offers a watch repair service. Located in the heart of Wellington's interesting Cuba Quarter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Real groovy |
101 Cuba Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 1405 |
This vast shop has clothing and accessories that have not been seen in a very long time and some that are only seen in history books. Their racks are plentiful and well organised. Blouses, trousers, skirts, boots and hats are colourful and numerous. Jackets, waistcoats, leather jackets -you get them all here. The used wedding dresses are fabulous. Guys clothes are plentiful with the Levi's collection. Stovepipes and flares will never die while this outlet is around! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Worthy stockists |
89 Courtenay Place Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 2279 http://www.pennyfarthing.co.nz/ |
Cycles are stacked from the floor to the ceiling, yet there is still room to propel a pushchair around this comprehensive store. A swell as the vast selection, the staff knows everything about cycles and the range available. BMX, mountain bikes, children's bikes and road bikes are obtainable here, as well as cycle helmets, clothes and shoes. A full service department exists on the premises. Bikes can be hired for short periods or purchased by time payments. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jam packed with treasures |
11 Ghuznee Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 8804 http://www.collector.co.nz |
This store, which buys and sells, will strike a chord with the collector at heart in all of us. It is jam-packed with antiques and memorabilia such as old posters, pictures, cabinets, dressing tables, wooden trunks, printer drawers, crockery, dozens of lampshades and delicate jewellery. You name it and this place should stock it from one era or another. The shop is not particularly big or well laid out - more like a jumble sale of treasures but is great for period style decorators or collectors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Men's and women's master tailors |
31 Taranaki Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 0115 |
Tired of off the peg clothes that do not quite fit your figure? Then let the team of master tailors at this renowned establishment fit you out in a quality custom-made suit that is guaranteed to make you look good. Specialising in both men's and women's outfits, Riccardo offers a personalised measuring service and a choice of the latest imported and New Zealand fabrics. The store also offers a restyling and alteration service, so you can update your tired, out-of-date outfits at a fraction of the cost of a new wardrobe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Serious gear |
52 Taranaki Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 801 8704 |
Specialising in skateboards, roller blades, snowboards and urban apparel, this busy store caters for all ages despite first appearances. The young and friendly staff will guide you through the intricacies of 'boarding' and in-line skating with obvious enthusiasm, while sanding a board at the same time. A fantastic range of modern streetwear and footwear is on display. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Model kits, diecast cars |
39-41 Ghuznee Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 8477 |
This specialist, centrally located shop offers a great range of model making kits. From cars to planes, both past and futuristic, there is a kit to suit every budget along with an assortment of accessories, including paints and landscaping items. You will also find model railway sets and diecast miniature vehicles. Beautifully detailed Corgi Classics to radio-controlled trucks - all right here. There is also a range of books and classic car magazines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Branded stuff |
72 Cuba Street Porirua Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 238 4477 http://www.smithssportsshoes.c... |
There are no fancy peripherals at this store but a great range of sports shoes at reasonable prices and staff that know their stuff. The extensive range includes Mizuno, Asics, Adidas, Converse and Reebok shoes for sports or streetwear. The prices are moderate compared to other stores and the well-trained assistants will talk for hours about the characteristics of their shoes. Sited in the popular Cuba Street they attract many young people, but cater for all ages. They also stock brand name bags and caps. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gone fishing |
49 Ghuznee Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 5105 |
This is the only shop in Wellington specialising in fishing gear. Manager Steve buys, sells and trades fishing gear and will repair your rod and reel on the spot. They also hire top quality gear to visitors. For those wanting the chat you can rely on Steve to talk knowledgably for hours about snapper, blue cod and salmon, and where and how to catch them. Better still, Steve will take you out fishing for a reasonable charter fee. The expert local knowledge will ensure a good catch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Made to measure suiting |
33 Dixon Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 6567 |
If your business demands that you look good then there is nothing like a made to measure suit to put you ahead of the competition. This downtown tailor, established in Wellington since 1962, specialises in quality, custom-made suits, trousers and jackets. Expert staff will take your measurements and advise on the wide range of modern fabrics available. The shop also carries a range of quality ready-made garments and offers an alteration service. Located centrally, close to Wellington's colourful Cuba Quarter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Low priced stationery |
160 Victoria Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 801 9152 http://www.warehousestationery... |
This superstore, located on the fringe of the central city, has a huge range of stock at permanently discounted prices. From pens and paper to printer accessories, whatever your stationery requirements are, chances are you will find it here. You will also find some of the lowest prices in Wellington as well as friendly staff only too happy to help with any queries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
