Melbourne's best homewares shops

Fill your space with homewares that will spark joy. From scents and stationery to lush green house plants.

Ceramic olive oil bottle, $24.95

No need to stash these cute bottles away in the pantry. Gewürzhaus has the sweetest range of ceramic containers for olive oil. They're perfect for those who prefer buying in bulk, simply top them up to save money and reduce waste! Designs include a stylish replica oil can or an intricate hand-painted jug.

Art prints and posters, from $19.95

Sure, you probably can't afford an original by your favourite artist. But a poster? You can pick one up with change from a twenty at the NGV Design Store! Browse the stunning range of iconic art prints and limited edition posters. Think The Great Wave, Albert Namatjira's Ghost Gums and local works that will put a smile on your face every time you walk past.

Stackable Japanese tableware, $9 to $15

Start your collection of timeless tableware with a set of plates and bowls from Standard Products. Sold as mix-and-match pieces, they come in four stylish matte shades. Following the traditional Japanese Shakkanhō system of measurement, each piece has a flat base for easy stacking. The sister label to Daiso, Standard Products is now open in Midtown Plaza.

Vietnamese coffee candle, $26

Do you down Vietnamese iced coffee like it's water? Fill your whole house with aromas of freshly roasted coffee, condensed milk and caramel. Young at Heart Studio's soy wax blends are available at Queen Victoria Women's Centre Shop. Other unique flavours include tiger balm, Korean BBQ and yuzu iced tea.

Iconic Marimekko poppy mug, $37.95

To brighten up the day, start with the essentials. Like a brand-new coffee cup. For the latest design-focused homewares, see the range at Make Designed Objects. The Unikko mug features Marimekko’s signature red poppies, and can be safely used in the oven, microwave, freezer or dishwasher.

Playful tableware, from $39

If you know your way around a tablescape and never shy away from colour, chances are you're already a Maison Balzac fan. Incu stocks some of the most fun pieces. Pick up the celery shaped taper candles for a quirky centrepiece. Or perhaps a Mediterranean-inspired fish platter.

Craft Victoria's handmade mugs, from $62

Everyone knows you can never have too many mugs, so make space on your shelf. Check out Craft Victoria, which offers unique creations from around the state. There’s nothing boring about Yuro Cuchor's 'cut' range. With angular details, this glazed stoneware is a work of art.

Timber coasters, $39.50

Upgrade your morning cuppa routine with local art. The wooden coasters from Buttonworks are made from sustainable sourced Aussie timbers. Choose from a range of cute styles feature native plants and animals. Think koalas, emus and waratahs. They're available in a set of six from the Melbourne Visitor Hub and Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre.

Il Papiro's Italian journal, $75

Grab one of Il Papiro’s gorgeous journals to write out your goals, thoughts and more. Handmade in Florence, just looking at an exquisite marbled cover range lifts the mood. From the cover’s traditional marbling technique, to the high-quality ivory pages between, each one is unique.

Colourful resin leaf bowls, from $150

No one does colour like Aussie label Dinosaur Designs. Each resin bowl is entirely one of a kind, with the vivid hues forming dreamy designs. We love the organic curved leaf shape and the array of uses. Display it on a shelf, use it as a showstopping salad bowl or simply fill it with trinkets. The leaf bowls are available in two sizes and more than 30 colours.

Chic and trendy lamps, from $195

For an instant lift in any room, add some atmospheric lighting. Dwell specialises in trending styles that will last the test of time. The Nendo orb light shades have the look of a paper lantern, minus the fragility. Made in minimalist linen they'll last a lifetime. Looking for something more whimsical? Grab the Iris table lamp. It's built from corn-based biodegradable materials in a unique wavy shape.

Akari lamps, from $735

Add a soft and stylish glow to your home with an iconic Akari paper lamp. These functional sculptures are handmade in a family-run workshop in Japan. Head to Saloon Store in Curtin House to find four different styles made with delicate washi paper and bamboo.