7. Fashion forward
Melbourne designers excel with style-forward wool knits, leather boots, brightly coloured scarves, gloves, coats and hosiery. Black is staple but far from uniform, with latest trends turning towards vivid colours and bold patterning. Layering is key to the cooler months and locals embrace the art of winter fashion. Find a look that fits you in in the city's many and varied arcades, malls and shopping centres. It's possible to browse and shop through hundreds of labels under cover, keeping dry and warm while hopping between each hub.
Pick up new favourites from Melbourne designers ELK and Alpha60, curated vintage from SWOP, menswear from Masons, and big-name international designs at glittering malls Emporium, 80 Collins and Chadstone.