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Swakopmund has the best shopping scene in Namibia. Cute, quaint shops define the retail scene in Swakopmund, and they’re all walking distance from another.

DISHOUWDT

Crates, console tables, cheese boards, window frames and braai bins, all derived from wood. Dishouwdt started out as a popup shop over the festive season, perfect for the last-minute Christmas gifters. Now Dishouwdt has a full-time spot in the centre of town, so you can shop their wide selection of wood goods, and all the trimmings to add rustic flair to your home, anytime of the year. They also stock leather bags and decor pieces, as well as alternatives to the mundane door knob and cupboard handle, all in an airy screed-floor shop space.

www.dishouwdt.com

OSCAR & OLIVE

Swakopmund’s loveliest (and long-standing) unisex boutique is located in the Brauhaus Arcade. If the beautiful shopwindow displays don’t lure you in, their selection of high quality, luxurious fabric clothing and shoes in-store sure will. Funky printed men’s shirts, felt hats by Simon and Mary plus classic casual shoes are on offer in the men’s section. For the ladies, beautiful flowy cotton dresses, trousers and blouses hang in plenty, allowing you to browse through their selection of South African brands. Leather accessories and bold jewellery pieces complete Oscar & Olive’s selection for the stylish and comfort-loving dresser.

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MIRROR MIRROR

Interior dreams come true at Mirror Mirror, the fairest home decor shop in Swakopmund. Owner Amanda Du Preez is a qualified interior designer, with a personal love for refurbishing second-hand furniture. In-store you’ll find ceramic and glass vases, baskets, textiles and pre-loved, jazzed-up occasional chairs alongside locally-created artworks and leather goods. Mirror Mirror is perhaps the starting point of your next home renovation, as they offer interior design services. Or if your space is in need of a little sprucing up and you plan to DIY it, pop into Mirror Mirror for those much needed statement pieces.

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TREASURES & MORE

For second-hand, vintage and antique furniture, Treasures & More is arguably the best spot in the whole of Swakopmund. Everything from artwork, rugs, lamps, chairs, crockery and household appliances can be found in their spacious shop, 3 minutes from the centre of town. Located across from the Swakopmund Municipality, Treasures & More also hosts regular auctions, when you can purchase big ticket items for an absolute steal. It’s one of those shops where time is your best companiontake a good look, do a little digging, and find treasure at a bargain price.

TREASURES Swakopmund

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