Shopping & Dining

Shopping & dining

Information for Shoppers and Diners

Enjoy the Christmas ambience and do your shopping in the City this Christmas. Here is your one-stop-shop for retailers in the city, find out about Christmas trading hours, special deals and much more!

  • The Haymarket Hotel

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    The Haymarket Hotel is located in a former bank, with high ceilings and opulent marble features.

    Bringing back the elegance of lounge bars of yesteryear, the Haymarket Hotel is a refreshing surround of former opulence once only enjoyed by the privileged.

    With architectural features not seen in modern bars, it is a breathtakingly stunning space that you will be drawn into on a regular basis. The three designer spaces are perfect for your next work function, birthday or event.
    The Haymarket Hotel brings to you the most divine and tantalizing Cocktails in Sydney’s CBD!
    Pop by today and try one of our amazing beverages

    The Haymarket Hotel

    The Haymarket Hotel is located in a former bank, with high ceilings and opulent marble features.

    Bringing back the elegance of lounge bars of yesteryear, the Haymarket Hotel is a refreshing surround of former opulence once only enjoyed by the privileged.

    With architectural features not seen in modern bars, it is a breathtakingly stunning space that you will be drawn into on a regular basis. The three designer spaces are perfect for your next work function, birthday or event.
    The Haymarket Hotel brings to you the most divine and tantalizing Cocktails in Sydney’s CBD!
    Pop by today and try one of our amazing beverages

    Address
    661 George St Sydney, 2000
    Email address
    info@thehaymarkethotel.com.au
    Store phone
    (02) 8221 0226
    Website
    http://www.thehaymarkethotel.com.au
    Trading Hours

    Monday – Saturday 10am – 2am
    Sunday 10am – 10pm

  • General Pants Co

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    If ever the fabled martians were to land on our dusty planet, they’d likely figure General Pants Co to be a effervescent place where the young, rebellious and restless dress. Or at least recognise our striving ambition to comb the world looking for the finest edit of youth fashion brands to bring back to a store environment that combines basic and diverse influences from fashion, music, art and various urban subcultures and to create truly unique shopping experience.

    Since our humble beginnings as a specialty denim store in Sydney over 30 years ago, we’ve always made it our mission to be anchored in denim. Today General Pants Co proudly stocks the best in denim sourced both locally and globally, including Ksubi (Australia), Nudie Jeans Co (Sweden), Lee (USA), ST&ARD (Australia), April77 (France), Dr Denim (Sweden), Wrangler (USA), Cheap Monday (Sweden) and Levi’s (USA).

    Add to this our complete fashion offering, from head to toe, from brands Neon Hart (by Jess Hart) Stussy, One Teaspoon, We Rob Banks, Something Else, Vans, Westbourne Rovers, Insight, Arvust, Subtitled, Vanishing Elephant, Zoo York, Ben Sherman, Converse, Don’t Ask Amanda, Dr Martens, Alice in the Eve, Agent Ninetynine and more.

    Shop Online at www.generalpants.com.au

    General Pants Co

    If ever the fabled martians were to land on our dusty planet, they’d likely figure General Pants Co to be a effervescent place where the young, rebellious and restless dress. Or at least recognise our striving ambition to comb the world looking for the finest edit of youth fashion brands to bring back to a store environment that combines basic and diverse influences from fashion, music, art and various urban subcultures and to create truly unique shopping experience.

    Since our humble beginnings as a specialty denim store in Sydney over 30 years ago, we’ve always made it our mission to be anchored in denim. Today General Pants Co proudly stocks the best in denim sourced both locally and globally, including Ksubi (Australia), Nudie Jeans Co (Sweden), Lee (USA), ST&ARD (Australia), April77 (France), Dr Denim (Sweden), Wrangler (USA), Cheap Monday (Sweden) and Levi’s (USA).

    Add to this our complete fashion offering, from head to toe, from brands Neon Hart (by Jess Hart) Stussy, One Teaspoon, We Rob Banks, Something Else, Vans, Westbourne Rovers, Insight, Arvust, Subtitled, Vanishing Elephant, Zoo York, Ben Sherman, Converse, Don’t Ask Amanda, Dr Martens, Alice in the Eve, Agent Ninetynine and more.

    Shop Online at www.generalpants.com.au

    Address
    Shop L00.61 & B1.54/197 Pitt St Mall Sydney, 2000
    Email address
    editor@generalpantsgroup.com
    Store phone
    (02) 8275 5155
    Website
    http://www.generalpants.com.au
    Trading Hours

    General Pants Co Mid City

    Mon – Wed: 9:00am to 6:00pm
    Thur: 9:00am to 9:00pm
    Fri – Sat: 9:00am to 6:00pm
    Sun: 10:00am – 6:00pm

  • Yes Optus

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    Come in to store to get the latest and best deals on our wide range of mobile phones (Samsung, Apple, Sony Ericsson, Huawei,Nokia, Motorola, LG, HTC) and great plans to suit your every need. Were celebrating with you, so come into store to to visit our friendly staff and receive 20% off our wide range of accessories.

    Yes Optus

    Come in to store to get the latest and best deals on our wide range of mobile phones (Samsung, Apple, Sony Ericsson, Huawei,Nokia, Motorola, LG, HTC) and great plans to suit your every need. Were celebrating with you, so come into store to to visit our friendly staff and receive 20% off our wide range of accessories.

    Address
    1022B/188 Pitt St Sydney, 2000
    Email address
    westfieldsydney@optus.com.au
    Store phone
    02 8644 1600
    Website
    http://www.optus.com.au
    Trading Hours

    Centre Trading hours til Sunday 11 December

    Monday – Wednesday 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Thursday 9.30am – 9.00pm

    Friday – Saturday 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 10.00am – 6.00pm

    * Restaurants open until late.

    Christmas Trading hours as of Monday 12 December

    Monday 12 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Tuesday 13 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Wednesday 14 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Thursday 15 December 9.00am – 11.00pm

    Friday 16 December 9.00am – 9.00pm

    Saturday 17 December 9.00am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 18 December 9.00am – 6.00pm

    Monday 19 December 9.00am – 9.00pm

    Tuesday 20 December 9.00am – 10.00pm

    Wednesday 21 December 9.00am – 10.00pm

    Thursday 22 December 9.00am – 12.00am

    Friday 23 December 9.00am – 12.00am

    Saturday 24 December 9.00am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 25 December CLOSED

    Monday 26 December 8.00am – 9.00pm

    Tuesday 27 December 10.00am – 6.00pm

    Wednesday 28 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Thursday 29 December 9.30am – 9.00pm

    Friday 30 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Saturday 31 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 1 January CLOSED

    Monday 2 January 10.00am – 6.00pm

  • Spiedo Restaurant & Bar

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    Alessandro Pavoni of one hatted Ormeggio at The Spit has launched Spiedo in the Sydney CBD. Spiedo is an informal restaurant and bar on Level 6 of the new Westfield Sydney.

    You’ll find something for all times of the day, 7 days a week – from breakfast to after dinner digestivi from our Grappa Trolley, and all times in between, including pre-theatre.

    Spiedo Restaurant & Bar features Alessandro’s famed SPIEDO BRESCIANO, Risotto and handmade Pastas as well as some new takes on Lombardy’s cuisine in the small plate selection. Oh, and did we mention how good the desserts are?

    The StuzziBar offers quality antipasto, sliced meats, pasta and salads not to mention great coffee and beer on tap, perfect for those a bit pushed for time!

    Christmas Present idea – GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE!

    Spiedo Restaurant & Bar

    Alessandro Pavoni of one hatted Ormeggio at The Spit has launched Spiedo in the Sydney CBD. Spiedo is an informal restaurant and bar on Level 6 of the new Westfield Sydney.

    You’ll find something for all times of the day, 7 days a week – from breakfast to after dinner digestivi from our Grappa Trolley, and all times in between, including pre-theatre.

    Spiedo Restaurant & Bar features Alessandro’s famed SPIEDO BRESCIANO, Risotto and handmade Pastas as well as some new takes on Lombardy’s cuisine in the small plate selection. Oh, and did we mention how good the desserts are?

    The StuzziBar offers quality antipasto, sliced meats, pasta and salads not to mention great coffee and beer on tap, perfect for those a bit pushed for time!

    Christmas Present idea – GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE!

    Address
    Shop 6004-6005 Westfield Sydney/77 Castlereagh St Sydney, 2000
    Email address
    info@spiedo.com.au
    Store phone
    (02) 8072 999
    Website
    http://www.spiedo.com.au
    Trading Hours

    7 days a week from 9am until late.
    www.spiedo.com.au

  • Swarovski

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    Swarovski is the world’s largest producer of cut crystal. The jewellery collection fuses fashion, jewellery, handbags, small leather goods, and accessories and shines new light on crystal as a vital ingredient of new luxury. Totally in tune with the mood of the moment, the collection is broad and detailed , offering pieces for everyone, from the more classic to the more glamorous.

    Swarovski

    Swarovski is the world’s largest producer of cut crystal. The jewellery collection fuses fashion, jewellery, handbags, small leather goods, and accessories and shines new light on crystal as a vital ingredient of new luxury. Totally in tune with the mood of the moment, the collection is broad and detailed , offering pieces for everyone, from the more classic to the more glamorous.

    Address
    Shop 2025/188 Pitt Street Sydney Westfield Sydney, 2000
    Store phone
    (02) 9231 1074
    Website
    http://www.swarovski.com
    Trading Hours

    Now til 18/12/2011

    9.30am to 6.30pm

    19/12/2011 to 24/12/2011

    Mon, Fri : 9am – 9 pm

    Tues, Wed : 9 am – 10 pm

    Thu : 9 am – 12 pm

    Sat : 9 am – 6.30 pm

    Sun closed

    26/12/2011 to 31/12/2011

    Mon, : 7am – 7 pm

    Tues, Wed, Fri : 9.30 am – 6.30 pm

    Thu : 9.30 am – 9 pm

    Sat : 9.30 am – 6.30 pm

    Sun closed

     

  • Lorna Jane

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    Lorna Jane has grown to include gym and sportswear, yoga and lifestyle clothing, intimates, accessories and footwear. Using original design and quality fabrics, including the brand’s patented LJExcel, lovers of the brand have long applauded Lorna Jane’s unique ability to offer the wearer a fun sense of energy and vitality. Make a stylish splash in all-new swimwear, be bold in neon brights or relax in ultimate comfort. Visit Lorna Jane instore or online for the latest looks – lornajane.com.

    Lorna Jane

    Lorna Jane has grown to include gym and sportswear, yoga and lifestyle clothing, intimates, accessories and footwear. Using original design and quality fabrics, including the brand’s patented LJExcel, lovers of the brand have long applauded Lorna Jane’s unique ability to offer the wearer a fun sense of energy and vitality. Make a stylish splash in all-new swimwear, be bold in neon brights or relax in ultimate comfort. Visit Lorna Jane instore or online for the latest looks – lornajane.com.

    Address
    66/416 George Street Sydney, 2000
    Store phone
    (02) 9235 0205
    Website
    http://www.lornajane.com
    Trading Hours

  • Fuel For Men

    Fuel for Men

    Fuel For Men is your one stop shop for all grooming needs, just for the men. In store are our Christmas American Crew packs which you can grab after having a beer, hair cut and hot towel shave.

    Fuel For Men

    Fuel For Men is your one stop shop for all grooming needs, just for the men. In store are our Christmas American Crew packs which you can grab after having a beer, hair cut and hot towel shave.

    Address
    Mid City Centre Level 1, Pitt Street Mall Sydney, 2000
    Store phone
    9231 5543
    Website
    http://www.fuelformen.com.au
    Trading Hours

    Monday-Saturday 8am-7pm, Sunday 10am-4pm

  • Bras N Things

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    Bras N Things is Australia’s leading specialty store for sexy lingerie, bras, underwear, maternity, sleepwear, swimwear, cheeky costumes, active wear and accessories.

    Every Bras N Things store has a highly trained fit specialist who will help you to find your perfect fitting bra. Next time you need to stock up on basics, buy that flattering shapewear, or invest in some cosy pyjamas, cut out the stress and head straight to Bras N Things. Our team will make shopping a dream with their product knowledge and super service.

    Visit us today!

    Bras N Things

    Bras N Things is Australia’s leading specialty store for sexy lingerie, bras, underwear, maternity, sleepwear, swimwear, cheeky costumes, active wear and accessories.

    Every Bras N Things store has a highly trained fit specialist who will help you to find your perfect fitting bra. Next time you need to stock up on basics, buy that flattering shapewear, or invest in some cosy pyjamas, cut out the stress and head straight to Bras N Things. Our team will make shopping a dream with their product knowledge and super service.

    Visit us today!

    Address
    Level 1, No. 54/197-211 Pitt Street Mall Sydney, 2000
    Store phone
    (02) 9232 1747
    Website
    http://brasnthings.com
    Trading Hours

    Monday 12 December         
    9am – 7pm
    Tuesday 13 December                    
    9am – 7pm
    Wednesday 14 December              
    9am – 7pm
    Thursday 15 December                  
    9am – 11pm
    Friday 16 December                       
    9am – 7pm
    Saturday 17 December                   
    9am – 7pm
    Sunday 18 December                     
    10am – 6pm
    Monday 19 December                    
    9am – 7pm
    Tuesday 20 December                    
    9am – 7pm
    Wednesday 21 December              
    9am – 7pm
    Thursday 22 December                  
    9am – 11pm
    Friday 23 December                       
    9am -  7pm
    Saturday 24 December                   
    9am -  7pm
    Sunday 25 December                 
    CLOSED
    Monday 26 December                    
    10am – 6pm    Boxing Day
    Tuesday 27 December                    
    10am – 6pm  * Public Holiday
    Wednesday 28 December              
    9am – 6pm
    Thursday 29 December                  
    9am – 9pm
    Friday 30 December                       
    9am – 6pm
    Saturday 31 January 2011             
    9am -  6pm
    Sunday 1 January                     
    CLOSED
    Monday 2 January                                         
    11am – 5pm *  Public Holiday
    Tuesday 3 January                                
    9am – 6pm ** Resume normal trading hours

  • Sydney Fish Markets

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    36-Hour Seafood Marathon at Sydney Fish Market.

    5am Friday, 23 December right through to 5pm Saturday, 24 December (Christmas Eve)
    Shoppers can enjoy a midnight Prawn or Oyster and make the most of round the clock trading hours for their essential Christmas feast supplies.
    More details of trading hours for the Christmas holiday period to be announced shortly, please check the Sydney Fish Markets website.

    Sydney Fish Markets

    36-Hour Seafood Marathon at Sydney Fish Market.

    5am Friday, 23 December right through to 5pm Saturday, 24 December (Christmas Eve)
    Shoppers can enjoy a midnight Prawn or Oyster and make the most of round the clock trading hours for their essential Christmas feast supplies.
    More details of trading hours for the Christmas holiday period to be announced shortly, please check the Sydney Fish Markets website.

    Address
    1 Bank Stree Sydney, 2009
    Email address
    fishline@sydneyfishmarket.com.au
    Store phone
    (02) 9004 1100
    Website
    http://www.sydneyfishmarket.com.au/
    Trading Hours

    Special Christmas Trading:

    36-Hour Seafood Marathon at Sydney Fish Market
    5am Friday, 23 December right through to 5pm Saturday, 24 December (Christmas Eve)

    SFM retailers are open from 7am every day except Christmas Day.

  • Matt Wise Jewellery

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    Australian designed and made ,stylish,funky and fantastic to wear silver and gold jewellery..
    Contempory and original designs,priced from $30 to $600,
    big range ,great quality,great prices..

  • The Victoria Room Tea Salon

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    Situated on Westfield Sydney’s Designer Gallery (Level 4), The Victoria Room Tea Salon is a luxury haven where fashion enthusiasts can rest their weary feet and enjoy a decadent High Tea with friends after a morning of Christmas shopping.

    Enjoy the Couture High Tea served with a glass of Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut at a cost of $56, or simply pop in for a plate of dainty ribbon sandwiches or the festive Christmas Scone.

    Assorted gifts are also available including Australia’s first High Tea cookbook ‘High Tea at The Victoria Room’ as well as beautiful tins of The Victoria Room’s premium loose leaf tea.

    The Victoria Room Tea Salon

    Situated on Westfield Sydney’s Designer Gallery (Level 4), The Victoria Room Tea Salon is a luxury haven where fashion enthusiasts can rest their weary feet and enjoy a decadent High Tea with friends after a morning of Christmas shopping.

    Enjoy the Couture High Tea served with a glass of Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut at a cost of $56, or simply pop in for a plate of dainty ribbon sandwiches or the festive Christmas Scone.

    Assorted gifts are also available including Australia’s first High Tea cookbook ‘High Tea at The Victoria Room’ as well as beautiful tins of The Victoria Room’s premium loose leaf tea.

    Address
    Designer Gallery (Level 4)/Westfield Sydney Cnr Pitt Street Mall and Market Street Sydney, 2000
    Email address
    info@theteasalon.com.au
    Store phone
    0293574488
    Website
    http://www.theteasalon.com.au
    Trading Hours

    The Victoria Room Tea Salon is open during Westfield Sydney’s extended Christmas trading hours.

    Centre Trading hours til Sunday 11 December

    Monday – Wednesday 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Thursday 9.30am – 9.00pm

    Friday – Saturday 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 10.00am – 6.00pm

    * Restaurants open until late.

    Christmas Trading hours as of Monday 12 December

    Monday 12 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Tuesday 13 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Wednesday 14 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Thursday 15 December 9.00am – 11.00pm

    Friday 16 December 9.00am – 9.00pm

    Saturday 17 December 9.00am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 18 December 9.00am – 6.00pm

    Monday 19 December 9.00am – 9.00pm

    Tuesday 20 December 9.00am – 10.00pm

    Wednesday 21 December 9.00am – 10.00pm

    Thursday 22 December 9.00am – 12.00am

    Friday 23 December 9.00am – 12.00am

    Saturday 24 December 9.00am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 25 December CLOSED

    Monday 26 December 8.00am – 9.00pm

    Tuesday 27 December 10.00am – 6.00pm

    Wednesday 28 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Thursday 29 December 9.30am – 9.00pm

    Friday 30 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Saturday 31 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 1 January CLOSED

    Monday 2 January 10.00am – 6.00pm

  • Frou Frou Designs

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    A treasure trove of girlie delights. Frou Frou Designs, nestled between Pyrmont Post Office & The Kirk Hotel, is a hub of stylish sensory delights. Housing the eclectic fashion jewellery label “Lili & Pea”, Vintage Clothing & Stylish Accessories sourced from around the globe and a collection of clothing by Sydney’s Emerging Designers. This sanctuary of everything a girl could ever want is a shopping paradise.

    Frou Frou caters for all ages and all styles with everything from fur socks to vintage handbags.

    Frou Frou Designs

    A treasure trove of girlie delights. Frou Frou Designs, nestled between Pyrmont Post Office & The Kirk Hotel, is a hub of stylish sensory delights. Housing the eclectic fashion jewellery label “Lili & Pea”, Vintage Clothing & Stylish Accessories sourced from around the globe and a collection of clothing by Sydney’s Emerging Designers. This sanctuary of everything a girl could ever want is a shopping paradise.

    Frou Frou caters for all ages and all styles with everything from fur socks to vintage handbags.

    Address
    197/Harris St Pyrmont NSW Sydney, 2009
    Email address
    shop@froufroudesigns.com.au
    Store phone
    (02) 9692 0583
    Website
    http://www.froufroudesigns.com.au
    Trading Hours

    Monday through Friday: 10am – 7pm
    Saturday: 10am – 5pm
    Sunday: 11am – 5pm

  • The Cupcake Bakery

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    Our cupcakes are baked from scratch daily, using the finest quality ingredients. With a great range of flavours available with Christmas decorations, come into one of our three CBD stores and place your order today. Why not make this season cupcakelicious!

    The Cupcake Bakery

    Our cupcakes are baked from scratch daily, using the finest quality ingredients. With a great range of flavours available with Christmas decorations, come into one of our three CBD stores and place your order today. Why not make this season cupcakelicious!

    Address
    2020B/188 Pitt St Sydney, 2000
    Store phone
    1300 635 002
    Website
    http://thecupcakebakery.com.au/
    Trading Hours

    Centre Trading hours til Sunday 11 December

    Monday – Wednesday 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Thursday 9.30am – 9.00pm

    Friday – Saturday 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 10.00am – 6.00pm

    * Restaurants open until late.

    Christmas Trading hours as of Monday 12 December

    Monday 12 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Tuesday 13 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Wednesday 14 December 9.00am – 7.00pm

    Thursday 15 December 9.00am – 11.00pm

    Friday 16 December 9.00am – 9.00pm

    Saturday 17 December 9.00am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 18 December 9.00am – 6.00pm

    Monday 19 December 9.00am – 9.00pm

    Tuesday 20 December 9.00am – 10.00pm

    Wednesday 21 December 9.00am – 10.00pm

    Thursday 22 December 9.00am – 12.00am

    Friday 23 December 9.00am – 12.00am

    Saturday 24 December 9.00am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 25 December CLOSED

    Monday 26 December 8.00am – 9.00pm

    Tuesday 27 December 10.00am – 6.00pm

    Wednesday 28 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Thursday 29 December 9.30am – 9.00pm

    Friday 30 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Saturday 31 December 9.30am – 6.30pm

    Sunday 1 January CLOSED

    Monday 2 January 10.00am – 6.00pm

  • Gorgeous Cosmetics

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    Gorgeous Gifts for Christmas!
    Receive a limited edition Gorgeous Cosmetics Christmas Gift#, from $39 with any foundation purchase*. (Gifts valued at up to $175^)

    Gorgeous Cosmetics

    Gorgeous Gifts for Christmas!
    Receive a limited edition Gorgeous Cosmetics Christmas Gift#, from $39 with any foundation purchase*. (Gifts valued at up to $175^)

    Address
    Shop 30G /450 George Street Sydney, 2000
    Store phone
    02 9231 2500
    Website
    http://www.gorgeouscosmetics.com
    Trading Hours

    Monday 19th Dec: 9am to 9pm Tuesday 20th Dec: 9am to 10pm Wednesday 21st Dec: 9am to 10pm Thursday 22nd Dec: 9am to 12am Friday 23rd Dec: 9am to 12am Saturday 24th Dec: 9am to 6.30pm

  • Calibre

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    Australia’s leading menswear brand, Calibre is known for its signature tailoring, innovative design and quality fabrics. Pushing the boundaries of cutting edge design, Calibre’s collections are made up of wearable, aspirational fashion pieces that range extensively from well-tailored casual garments through to exquisitely made, sharp suiting. Calibre also offer a range of bags, wallets, hats, gloves, scarves, shoes, sunglasses, ties, cuff links and belts.

    Calibre

    Australia’s leading menswear brand, Calibre is known for its signature tailoring, innovative design and quality fabrics. Pushing the boundaries of cutting edge design, Calibre’s collections are made up of wearable, aspirational fashion pieces that range extensively from well-tailored casual garments through to exquisitely made, sharp suiting. Calibre also offer a range of bags, wallets, hats, gloves, scarves, shoes, sunglasses, ties, cuff links and belts.

    Address
    4024/188 Pitt St Mall Sydney, 2000
    Store phone
    (02) 9223 8988
    Website
    http://www.calibre.com.au
    Trading Hours

    9:30am – 6:30pm
    Late night trade on Thursday, open til 9pm.