To celebrate 130 years of The Strand Arcade, we turn our attention to the talented and unlikely like-minds it attracts. Uncovering the similarities of our diverse artisans and fashionable retailers, we discover their commonalities and shared values in creating things of craft that last.
“We're passionately trying to hold onto tradition, so we're trying to merge our traditional values with new modern innovative fabrics
You can't be stagnant, change is progress and it's exciting.”
“Always buy once, buy well, buy beautiful quality that will last
It comes down to not following fads or fashions of the day, just having a beautiful piece that’s going to look wonderful in 20 years time.”
“You always know you're going to walk out with a one-of-a-kind piece when you shop at the arcade.
It’s for people that dare to be different”
“When you're at The Strand Arcade, you feel as if you are in another era or another place. You forget the fact that you're in Sydney.
It's perfect for a day-dreamer.”
“You’re getting something made for you. It’s custom. It’s you, one-of-one, your personality, your character.
We blend a mix of traditional and modern production techniques, however a lot of what we do is still done by hand.”
“What makes us unique is our offering. What we curate, display, create and sell can’t be found anywhere else.
It’s incredibly unique and individual.”
“Quality for us is number one. It’s at the heart of our brands. It’s our trademark.
Our customers expect that from us and we expect it from ourselves.”
“Attention to detail is critical. It’s the detail that makes a real difference with the quality.
Everything we make is hand-made from scratch in The Strand Arcade. From jewellery to breads to pastas.”