Shopping at the V&A Waterfront

A selection of the best shops at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town

Cape Town could be renamed ‘Cape Chic’, where the fashionable frolic and the stylish sashay. They are an embodiment of sexy, exciting, elegant, innovative, classic, superior, romantic and unique. When we speak of a selection of our favourite V&A Waterfront shops, these words are uttered once more as we marvel at Mango, gasp at Guess and are enthralled by Ed Hardy. So, let us raise a Gucci shoe, just like Paris Hilton did when she shopped there during the World Cup, to the trendy treasures that keep the Cape Chic.

Mango
Mango has been designing clothes since forever. The store at the Victoria Warf has a dynamic atmosphere with spacious surroundings stacked with an ample amount of colourful clothes. They have a huge collection of designer ready-to-wear pants, shirts, designer gowns, casual wear to formal office wear. International models, actors and who's who of the fashion world are a part of their prestigious clientele. Though the prices are a bit steep, one can expect the best in clothes from this raging brand.

Victoria Warf | Shop 7202 (upper level) | V & A Waterfront | Cape Town

Ed Hardy
Not just a brand, Ed Hardy is the God Father of tattoo couture. In 2004, designer Christian Audigier was granted the exclusive rights to the designs of Don Ed Hardy, who is commonly referred to as "Godfather of Tattoo". And thus began the hype – Celebrities such as Madonna, Britney Spears and Kanye West among others are frequently seen wearing his unique designs. Make a fashion statement.

Victoria Warf | Shop 7207 (upper level) | V & A Waterfront | Cape Town

Marion and Lindi
This boutique houses upmarket, classic women’s wear with an edge. Expect high fashion such as, dresses, skirts, blouses and trousers for 25-50 year business women.

Victoria Warf | Shop 231 | V & A Waterfront | Cape Town

Guess
Guess conjures up sexy and exciting on an international scale. Get into a pair of Guess jeans and you’ll understand why supermodels all clamour to get seen in this streetwise brand. Guess is also known for its provocative advertising - Claudia Schiffer was one of the first “Guess” girls and the campaign helped to launch her career. The range is unisex and now includes all the necessary extras that go with the jeans. Guess also do cute ranges of watches, bags, sunglasses and shoes.

Victoria Warf | Shop 207| V & A Waterfront | Cape Town

Ntinga Jewelry
This family business offers over 30 years of experience, South African jewellery and watches from International brands. They specialize in tanzanite and diamond jewellery of a superior quality, the widest range of loose diamonds and tanzanite in the V&A Waterfront and a truly magnificent selection of animal and memento jewellery.

Victoria Warf | Shop 7105 (upper level) | V & A Waterfront | Cape Town

Ana Sousa
Fashion from Portugal? According to the highest European standards, Ana Sousa specialises in enticing and innovative fashion. The designs are active and dynamic, yet also romantic and sensual. With this in mind, Ana Sousa has created six different ranges, all of which are synonymous with elegance and comfort.

Victoria Warf | Shop 7210 (upper level) | V & A Waterfront | Cape Town

V&A Craft Market and Wellness Centre
The V&A Craft Market offers a diverse range of hand crafted products with a high standard of quality and attention to detail. Over 120 stalls offer a wide rage of handmade goods proudly created in South Africa. Innovative modern styling is evident in magnificent solid wood furniture and interior furnishings, fragrant candles, vivid ceramics and captivating mosaic mirrors. Meet talented fine artists and select from miniature watercolors, vibrant pastels, deeply textures oils or breathtaking Cape landscapes. What else? Traditional Ndebele beadwork, malachite jewellery, richly coloured throws and ebony carvings.

The Waterfront Wellness Centre
A vibrant and vital element of the Craft Market, offering holistic lifestyle treatments and products. Rejuvenate the body through Reflexology, Reiki, Shiatsu, Body Alignment or deep tissue massage.

Situated between the Aquarium and Musica Megastore| V&A Waterfront | Cape Town

Alfred Mall
This exclusive mall features between 15 and 20 specialty shops, curios as well as boutiques, a restaurant and coffee shops. Adjoining the four-star Victoria and Alfred Hotel, the mood is intimate and relaxed. The Mall is set alongside the Alfred Basin (bordering the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront), the original harbour basin built in 1860. Water taxis and boat charters operate from within a stone's throw of the complex, and the historic 'Penny Ferry' is also nearby.

Dock Road | V & A Waterfront | Cape Town

Musica Megastore
Do you love music? Musica Megastore is the largest entertainment shop in Cape Town, complete with a stage, coffee shop and music book store. They offer the largest selection of CDs, music and movie DVDs, music books and accessories. They also cater for movie and PC game fans. Watch the monthly offers. For example, buy two CDs for unbeatable R100! There’s something for everyone and there’s always something going on.

Dock Road Complex | V & A Waterfront | Cape Town

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By Lisa Nevitt and Susanne Klatt