The Lowdown On Brisbane’s Latest Store Openings To Have On Your Radar
a new wave
By Victoria Lewis | 27th February 2026Wherever you are, whatever you’re doing, there is one word on the streets – Brisbane. Finally getting the respect we have so long deserved, whispers suggest that Brisbane has been awarded the unofficial title of the country’s most up-and-coming city, abuzz with fresh fashion, food, and retail openings that are shaping us into a place worth shouting about, and further cementing our place on the map.
Quietly evolving, Brisbane’s retail scene is ripe with local talent and international heavyweights alike. From household names staking their claim in the CBD to independent designers brewing in the ‘burbs – there is a new wave coming to town, and we are here to tell you all about it.
These are the new and noteworthy retail openings hitting Brisbane that you really ought to get on your radar.
Birkenstock sets foot in Brisbane
It’s everyone’s tried-and-tested footwear favourite, and Birkenstock is putting its best foot forward, welcoming its first official Queensland store to the heart of Brisbane’s CBD. An exciting addition to Brisbane Arcade – the city’s most elegant shopping mall – Birkenstock brought the buzz with its official launch party earlier this month, taking over Queen Street Mall to celebrate with interactive activations, giveaways, and even a customised Birkenstock offering.
Finding a natural home in Brisbane Arcade, Birkenstock brings over 250 years of design heritage to Brisbane’s most historic shopping destination. Perched on Queen Street Mall, Brisbane Arcade is the Edwardian-chic shopping mall known for its elite combination of heritage charm and discerning retail offering, including over 15 artisan jewellers and premium fashion houses. Whether you’re a die-hard Boston lover or an Arizona enthusiast, Birkenstock’s Brisbane Arcade location has got you covered, bringing the world of quality, function, and tradition alive in one stylish space.
Koko Black Chocolate returns
You read that right, folks, Australia’s most beloved chocolatier is officially back in Brisbane, unveiling its newest boutique in a delicious celebration of ‘the sweet life’. Marking the brand’s 22nd location, Koko Black‘s Brisbane Arcade chocolate boutique is a true haven for cocoa lovers, piled high with handcrafted goodies and decadent delights.
Meticulously handcrafted in Melbourne, Koko Black uses sustainably sourced cocoa and premium 100% natural ingredients to craft each of its adventurous 300+ flavours. Brisbane locals, if this is your first time discovering the art of Koko Black Chocolate, be prepared: this is chocolate like you’ve never indulged in before.
SACHA DRAKE
Brisbane Arcade adds yet another exclusive fashion offering to its tally with the opening of SACHA DRAKE. A beloved Australian designer label, SACHA DRAKE, has moved to a spacious (and stylish) space within the iconic Brisbane Arcade, marking an elevated new chapter for the brand, with its signature modern elegance and timeless femininity.
Expect sleek timber furnishings, personalised one-on-one service and vibrant, limited-edition collections, all housed within an elevated, heritage-listed shopping destination. What’s not to love?
Gallagher Jewellers makes their debut
Another bold up-and-coming jeweller has arrived at Brisbane’s premier fine jewellery destination, Brisbane Arcade. Designing bespoke and signature pieces backed by meaning and emotion, Gallagher Jewellers is really one to watch.
Beginning his career at some of Australia’s most respected jewellery houses, Felix Gallagher is making his own mark in the industry with a sharp eye for detail and a background in industrial design. Just like Brisbane Arcade, Gallagher blends tradition with modernity, using age-old techniques with a modern design edge. Here, your piece is brought to life using premium stones – lab-grown or natural – by experts in the field, while keeping your story and your design taste top of mind.
Obelia’s the Label
We also offer a warm welcome to Obelia’s the Label, a sustainable, Brisbane-born and Brisbane-made fashion label that brings its signature spunk to West End’s Vulture Street. Known for minimalist silhouettes with a bit of edge, Obelia’s is the independent label carving out a name for itself with its point of design difference. For daytime separates destined for outfit repeating, you and Obelia’s need to get acquainted.
RJ Living
RJ Living’s new Brisbane showroom instils the pillars of Australian living into the heart of the James Street – relaxed, considered, and connected. This Melbourne-born family business has been injecting a sense of natural beauty into Australian homes since 2012, offering timeless, modern furniture designed to seamlessly enhance indoor and outdoor spaces, without an inflated price tag.
Alpha60
Another Melbourne label making the trip up north, Alpha60 has recently welcomed a Brisbane location, nestled next to Assembly Label on James Street. This is a fashion brand that dares to design out of the box, with loud prints and intriguing silhouettes, all grounded by a distinct sense of wearability. A sibling-run operation, Alpha60’s creative muses span from art to film, resulting in unique pieces of wearable art for the everyday.
SWOP
West End’s beloved SWOP consignment boutique has hopped across the river, taking up residence in the heart of Fortitude Valley. Taking over the space previously occupied by The Fabric Store on Wandoo Street, SWOP offer brisbane tastemakers an extensive collection of carefully curated vintage, designer, and pre-loved pieces fit for a delightful afternoon of perusing for hidden gems.
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