From surf shops to bookshops, Ocean Grove has an eclectic range of friendly and vibrant stores with bargains, treasures and boutique fashion galore. Bring your shopping tote and relax into a day of shopping with the sea breeze and coastal vibes buzzing all around you.
Surfs up for your shopping spree
What’s a trip to the ocean without a visit to the iconic Strapper Surf shop in Ocean Grove. It’s been around since the 1970s and is still locally owned and operated. Stock up on your surf gear wardrobe and fit right in with the locals in a pair of their famous strapper track pants, hoodies, t-shirts or crew fleeces. They also have the largest wetsuit range in Victoria, catering for all shapes and sizes, from toddlers to adults. As for surfboards, there’s something for everyone from performance surfboards, beginner surfboards, longboards, kneeboards, SUP’s or bodyboards or handplanes. Strapper has the best surfboard brands and models for all surf conditions and abilities. It’s a surfer’s shop with everything you need for the beach.
A seaside shopper’s haven for fashion, fun and friends
Love fashion? Then Wardrobe By The Sea is a must, and it’s right along the Terrace in Ocean Grove. This is a store with a door! The friendly staff will help you find anything from workwear, casual outing wear or something more dressy. Prices range from affordable to more fashion-conscious. With new stock arriving daily, there are loads of great styles and sizes to choose from. Check out their beachy hats, bags, jewellery and sunnies. Their VIP program is full of discounts and gives you access to styling tips, new looks and trending prints. Try on their popular Rebecca dress that can be worn throughout autumn and into winter with boots, leggings, jackets, cardigans, and scarves. Drop into this little gem of a shop and come out with a great addition to your wardrobe.
For the trendy twenty-somethings, there are loads of fashionable goodies at Florence & Threads. From flared overalls, bright knits, corduroy shirts, hip food books, scented candles, puzzles and so much more. This shop is a seaside haven for shoppers. There are sweet and sassy women’s clothing sales to suit your budget and style. Let the good vibes roll at this boutique clothing store. Every item is carefully selected to make this a favourite store for clothing, homeware and gifts.
If you’re looking for a real bargain, or want to send the kid’s on a treasure hunt, drop into Vinnies Op Shop in Ocean Grove. It’s the largest op shop in Ocean Grove with a massive selection of second-hand items. There’s everything imaginable from books, clothes, knick-knacks, toys, furniture, homewares and more. You’re sure to find something for as little as a dollar and know you are helping out a charity in need.
Homewares and gifts with upmarket coastal style
Need a luxe gift or devine treat for yourself? Stone & Grain is a gorgeous store right in the heart of Ocean Grove. The store has a warm, welcoming vibe customers enjoy and new visitors melt into it. Their carefully curated collection of luxury homewares, gifts and clothing has an upmarket coastal feel. Select from their stylish shirts, jeans, cute cushions, stuffed toys, stationery, homewares, handbags, jewellery and shoes. Look out for their upcoming new arrivals and take home a beautiful item to cherish. There’s a loyalty program and online shopping options. Find a gift for a loved one or gift yourself, this store is worth a peek.
Wish Fish are all about easy gifting with their diverse selection of bright, funky and fun, gifts, homewares and accessories. Their little but very aesthetically pleasing shop is brimming with pastel knits, scented candles, cosy cushions, trendy jewellery, adorable baby accessories, sustainable kitchenware, unique pots, macrame plant hangers, inspiring wall art, and a beautiful array of boutique women’s clothing from shackets to snoods. They’ve curated the most beautiful collection to spark joy and happiness with every piece of clothing and gift.
These boots are made for walking… on your shopping spree
Looking for new shoes to go with your new outfit? Mudge’s Shoes have been providing fabulous footwear to Ocean Grove customers for over 27 years. They stock an impressive list of brands and have shoes for the whole family. Their range includes converse sneakers for the teens, kiddie boots, elegant ankle boots, winter boots, comfortable casual shoes, summery sandals and dependable Birkenstocks, Dr Martens and Blundstones. For reliable, helpful and excellent customer service chat to their staff, they are the shoe experts.
Can there ever be too many sparkles when shopping?
Are the kids into glitter, and arts and crafts? Are you? While on your shopping spree visit Kaisercraft in Ocean Grove for their vast selection of on-trend stationery, homewares, kids activities, and crafts. You’ll always find something to make, craft, paint, write, wrap or buy. Choose from paint by numbers, intricate embroidery, craft kits, plush winter accessories, classic pen sets, deluxe stationery, floral letter writing sets, stylish pocket wallets, fashionable bags, bamboo tableware packs or snuggly baby toys. Their products will keep you happy for hours. For scrapbookers, there’s also the popular Bottlebrush scrapbooking paper full of intricate patterns and colourful illustrations, lush branches and florals that pop your crafting projects to life.
Find the ultimate holiday read on your shopping spree
For a modern take on the humble bookstore, visit Bookgrove. Located in the centre of Ocean Grove they stock shelves and shelves of books. Their selection of titles includes: Australian and international fiction, latest releases, bestsellers, junior fiction, young adult fiction, children’s picture books, gardening, landscape design, history, politics, biographies, art, design, craft, travel, sports, health, wellbeing, cookbooks and anything else you can think of. There’s so much more than books too, meet the authors at their event nights or join them in supporting local creative writing workshops and writing competitions. A good book can change your world.
Wow, this list should have you covered for now. What a great selection of shops for your shopping spree! Don’t worry, there’s even more amazing shops in Ocean Grove than what’s on this list if you don’t find what you’re looking for. Discover your happy place on your Ocean Grove shopping spree.
