Precinct Visit the hidden gems of SA’s King William Street
WE REVEAL AUSTRALIA’S MUST-VISIT SHOPPING DESTINATIONS AND UNCOVER THEIR HIDDEN GEMS
The sovereign high street of Adelaide’s leafy inner-southern suburbs, King William Road – once an iconic fashion hub – has recently evolved into a fine dining destination. But, between the remaining boutiques and award-winning restaurants, you can now find a string of stores filled with collected art, thoughtful wares and pieces to cherish.
1 | HEYDAY STORE
Not yet a year old, the Heyday Store has already amassed a strong and devoted following, something owner Karah Hogarth puts down to a tightly edited collection of wares for kids, women and the home. “We look for stock that is beautiful, ethically and sustainably produced, and made either in small batches or by hand,” she says. “We aren’t afraid to mix in vintage items with refined contemporary pieces.” Anchoring the popular store’s varied offering is a warm palette of neutral tones.
MUST-HAVE: Klay ‘Globe’ cushion in Oatmeal, $160. VISIT: 154 King William Rd, Hyde Park, (08) 8272 9146. OPEN: Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 10am-4pm. BOOKMARK: heydaystore.com.au.
FOLLOW: @heyday.store.
2 | OSCAR & WILLOW
For Oscar & Willow founder Kelly Tate, opening a designer furniture and homewares store (left & far left) five years ago was simply a natural progression. “My husband and I own a building company, and interior design has always been a strong interest of mine,” she explains. Contemporary, classy and carefully curated, the collection of products in-store ranges from Danish furniture to designer babywear. “I only buy products that I personally love and would have in my own home – and they have to be functional,” says Kelly, who describes her style as minimal with an organic edge.
MUST-HAVE: Yamazaki ‘Tosca’ dish drainer, $125.
VISIT: 21 King William Rd, Unley, (08) 8357 3718.
OPEN: Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5pm; Sat, 10am-5pm;
Sun, 11am-4pm.
BOOKMARK: oscarandwillow.net.au.
FOLLOW: @oscarandwillow_.
3 | FLOWERS 152
With more than two decades of industry experience under her belt, florist Connie Rhigas noticed something was missing in the area – a market-style florist that could keep up with the buzz, especially on the weekends – and opened her shop two years ago. Her flowers, wrapped carefully in simple brown paper, speak for themselves, but you can also expect to find handmade candles, rope pot holders and ready-made terrariums. Not looking for blooms? The eclectic and vintage-inspired design of the shop itself, made up of flea market finds and garage sale gems, is well worth checking out.
MUST-HAVE: Armadillo & Co ‘Sahara
Weave’ entrance mat, $165.
VISIT: 152 King William Rd, Hyde Park,
(08) 8271 8325.
OPEN: Mon-Sun, 8.30am-6pm.
BOOKMARK: flowers152.com.au. FOLLOW :@ flowers one five two.
4 | FLOURISH GIFT & HOME
A genuine King William Road institution, this store is a kaleidoscope of colour and pattern, renowned for its diverse and unique offerings. “We think we have something for everyone, from an Australian-made vegetable soap to a framed Slim Aaron’s print [right],” says co-owner Jackie Leo, who recently set off for Morocco in search of one-off pieces to bring back to her store.
MUST-HAVE: ‘Summer Picnic’ table square, $89.
VISIT: 114 King William Rd, Hyde Park,
(08) 8373 1129.
OPEN: Mon-Fri, 10am-5.30pm (with a 7.30pm close on Thursday night); Sat, 9.30am-5pm; Sun, 11am-5pm. BOOKMARK: flourishgiftandhome.com.au. FOLLOW :@ flourish gift and home.
5| 50SIXONE
There is no better place to indulge after a hard day’s shopping than a dessert bar – especially one famous for its Instagramworthy shakes and other decadent creations. Named after the Hyde Park postcode (5061), 50sixone has been a social media sensation since it opened its doors in 2016. Not a sweet tooth? The savoury treats on offer – from omelettes and breakfast burgers to battered prawns and falafel – are equally indulgent and just as photogenic as the sweets.
MUST-HAVE: ‘The Nutty Professor’ (left). VISIT: 144A King William Rd, Hyde Park, (08) 8271 2003.
OPEN: Mon-Sun, 8am-11pm.
BOOKMARK: 50sixone.com.
FOLLOW: @50sixone.