Joanna James
Seminyak is Bali's high-end resort town; the place is home to a range of international surf shops and fashion boutiques offering some of the island's best designer wear. Listed are 5 top venues for shopaholics to explore.
This is the latest addition to ritzy Seminyak's upscale shopping experience. Doing justice to the place famous for its chic designer boutiques, the Seminyak Village is tipped to be the areas, first proper mall. Started in 2015, the mall a two storey complex is home to a number of popular fashion labels and high-end brands. The village is located between Jalan Kayu Aya Dining Street and the elegant villa-lined neighbourhood of Jalan Kayu Jati. Guests at Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort will love exploring the place, as it is located just 11 minutes away.
If you love browsing through local designer labels, then Biasa Bali is your best choice. The label is an icon on the island and offers a marvellous selection of clothing for men and women. The designs and the cool fabrics are just right for the tropics and will turn out to be some of the most chic and comfortable clothing you will own. The Biasa, store in Seminyak is its flagship branch and is spread across two floors, which aptly segregates 'his' and 'her' fashions and accessories. Enjoy browsing the products and looking for the perfect handbag, hat and belt to match your chosen outfit.
This gallery is a lovely little place to explore, if you love artsy stuff. The Nyaman Gallery is located along the Seminyak Road in Jalan Basangkasa and is thought of as a cosy little place to displays contemporary pieces of art; turned out by local artisans as well as, some popular names from across the world. Easy to reach from your Bali resort hotel, the place also offers a range of 'wearable' artwork, photographs and other interesting little pieces.
The talents of Rabia Bullough, a New Zealand designer based in Bali, are displayed under the designer label of Tribali. The little boutique can be found on the corner of Jalan Petitenget and is made up of rather unique and unusual designs. The collection consists of necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings, fashioned out of brass, silver and gold; always a hit with the ladies, the range of jewellery is ideal to enhance your own collection or to be given as gifts.
One of Seminyak's very classy jewellery stores, Jemme Jewellery is sure to dazzle and enthral all lovers of bling. Chic designer jewellery fashioned out of silver, gold and precious stones are on display and consist of some very unique designs. There is an entire range in silver for men, while ladies will love the collection, made up of fine pieces, which perfectly compliment any outfit. Once done, browsing the store head over to the cool café, and enjoy some gourmet delights, to lovely views of lush paddy fields.
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