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Upper Hutt is more on trend than ever before, and our stores are no exception! With some of the coolest homeware, fashion and specialty stores in the region, you are bound to find something special.
Head to the city centre and wander through our shops, all within walking distance of each other. With such a selection, something is sure to catch your eye. From vintage goodies and the finest records to contemporary homewares and locally made jewellery, Upper Hutt is the perfect destination for a bit of retail therapy.
Amy & Alannah share their shopping recommendations that you never asked for, but definitely need.
Shopping is one of life’s greatest pleasures. With a city full of temptation, we went looking for shopping recommendations from a trusted source.
A list of Upper Hutt’s Best
Modern homewares, clothing and accessories, why we love Avisons!
This beautifully presented store boasts local and New Zealand made products that have been crafted to last. Family owned, Avisons has been around for close to 20 years and are continuously keeping up with the trends. They have a fantastic variety of handbags, scarves, body care, small furnishings and wall art.
Humble & Grand Homestore, Te Toa Māhaki Nui showcases modern homewares, trendy furniture and stylish decor.
Walk into the store and you'll fall in love with the curated selection of beautiful objects. From candles, bags and glassware to sofas, dining tables and cushions there is everything you need to kit out your home or buy yourself a nice treat. Owners Jono and Damian opened a physical store back in 2017 and have been delivering us the most stunning homewares ever since.
Towers of books and a passionate owner.
There is nothing like reading a real book…not a kindle, a book! Stepping into Liberty Books is like a maze of literature where you could spend hours flicking through thousands of brilliant reads. If you don’t have the time to browse, Rhys is a passionate and knowledgeable book lover and will be happy to help you find your next treasure to read.
Mint Music is home to a hand-picked selection of the finest new and preloved records, CDs, Cassettes, DVDs, books, Tees and music related merchandise and artifacts.
Chris has been quietly growing and evolving his business in back corners and upstairs spaces and he has made it to the ground floor, street frontage! Every preloved record is play graded, cleaned, and comes with a new inner and outer sleeve.
Rawson Brothers Jewellery create stunning bespoke pieces of jewellery using the best raw materials and traditional techniques.
The small boutique offers delicate silver, gold and platinum jewellery, from necklaces to diamond rings. Each item is handmade by certified goldsmith and diamond grader, David Rawson. If you have a design in mind for a new ring, necklace or bracelet David can help you bring it to life.
Step back in time as you walk through the door of Take Me Back. You are greeted with pops of colour, nostalgia, and a store full to the brim of vintage and retro collectables.
Owned by two Upper Hutt locals, who took their passion vintage and retro collecting, opened a store front, and have been bringing the feel-good vibes to the Upper Hutt shopping scene ever since. Not only will you find antique furniture and old-school knick knacks, there is also a selection of clothing and décor from the 1950’s and beyond.
The Cycle Centre has kept Upper Hutt Pedaling since 1990.
The Cycle Centre stocks bicycles, accessories. parts, and runs a fully equipped workshop providing quality bicycle repair and servicing. All new bikes are professionally assembled and include three free, follow-up technical checks to keep your bike in top condition.
Phenomenal range of labels
The Vogue Store is a family owned business with a mother and daughter buying team. Their goal is to create a friendly environment for their customers to feel comfortable and empowered when they try on that special piece. Their range of labels include Loobie's Story, Curate, Madly Sweetly, Anne Mardell, Sills, Yarra Trail, and Minx Shoes. They also offer a great selection of home and giftware, footwear and accessories.
Where crafters come to get their fix.
Sewers, knitters and craft people unite, Thimbles and Threads is the go-to store in Upper Hutt for quality tools, material and advice.
Much loved family business since 2006
Tigerlily source gifts and home decor from New Zealand and around the globe - embracing those practicing fair trade and sustainability.
Priding themselves on their professionalism, the staff at Tigerlily love helping their customers find the perfect gift for a special someone or a decor piece for themselves.
Specialising in designer clothing and stylish streetwear, Wild Rose is a clothing boutique for all.
Looking for cool clothing? Look no further than Wild Rose. Stocking a huge collection of popular New Zealand labels Coop, Huffer, Stolen Girlfriends and more. There’s also a selection of quality international brands. Brighten up your wardrobe with some new threads, or finish your look with a unique accessory.
43 years of photography and framing right here in Upper Hutt.
Chaplow’s is the best place to go for all your framing needs. They have one of the largest ranges of frames to choose from in Wellington. International suppliers from the framing industry have visited Chaplow’s and believe they are “one of the best operational setups they have seen anywhere”. With professional endorsements from industry respected leaders you are in good hands.
