Shopping

77 KLOOF STREET, GARDENS 021 461 0367, ashantidesign.com Add a pop of vibrant colour to your home with the handmade crafts produced from upcycled materials at Ashanti. Furniture, baskets, bags, lampshades and cushions are just some of the items you can buy, with the peace of mind that you’ve supported job creation and also ethical sourcing of materials. The brand’s signature fabric is handwoven from the fibres of good-quality material that would otherwise end up in landfills. This also means that no two products are the same, making your pick unique.

CANAL WALK

CENTURY BOULEVARD, CENTURY CITY 021 529 9699, canalwalk.co.za Many retailers’ flagship stores can be found in this sprawling mall, so you can expect an incredible selection of everything from mainstream fashion and homeware shops to African curios and designer jewellery. More than 400 outlets, a food court and a cinema complex make this a popular spot for a family outing. Arrive early to beat the crowds.

CAVENDISH SQUARE

1 DREYER STREET, CLAREMONT 021 657 5600, cavendish.co.za Cross-shop for homeware, clothing and cosmetics at the big retail stores or, for more boutique buys (think beautiful home smalls and locally designed fashion), head over to Poetry or The Space. Teens will find a variety of shops that cater to their tastes, and also in the mix are bookshops, jewellery stores, a cinema, restaurants, and anything else you could possibly need.

CONSTANTIA VILLAGE

CNR CONSTANTIA MAIN AND SPAANSCHEMAT RIVER ROADS, CONSTANTIA 021 794 5065, constantiavillage.co.za The folk of this well-heeled neighbourhood do their grocery shopping here, but you will also find some tasteful interiors stores and various clothing boutiques. A choice of restaurants and coffee shops makes it the perfect spot for a quiet cappuccino or post-shopping lunch with your friends.

SHOP 5A2, SILO 5 BUILDING, SOUTH ARM ROAD, V&A WATERFRONT 021 427 9008, katvanduinen.com Luxurious leathers, bold shapes and rich fabrics come together to create the feel and aesthetic of this Polish-born designer’s renowned fashion house. Every garment is made on home soil, from their ethically produced leather to using locally sourced materials where possible. For a classic bag that’ll last you a lifetime, or a flattering swimsuit, Van Duinen’s quality designs set the standard.

LONG AND KLOOF STREETS Shop like a Capetonian – take a stroll up Long Street in the CBD for clothing brands such as Mungo & Jemima and MeMeMe, or browse vintage items at the Long Street Antique Arcade. Then wander up a little further to Kloof Street, where you’ll find quirky interiors stores Klooftique and LIM, funky threads at The Lot, a plethora of local art and fashion at Opulent Living, and a range of boutiques in the Lifestyle On Kloof centre.

SOMERSET MALL

CENTENARY DRIVE, INTERSECTION OF N2 & R44, SOMERSET WEST 021 852 7114, somersetmall.co.za Somerset West may be best known for its golf estates and wine farms, but if you need anything from homeware and fashion to diamonds and tech, this family-friendly shopping haven has you covered. A roster of events and plenty of entertainment and dining options mean it’s a great spot for a rainy day, too. TABLE BAY MALL

CNR R27 AND BERKSHIRE BOULEVARD, SUNNINGDALE 021 140 1044, tablebaymall.co.za Table Bay Mall opened only a couple of years ago and boasts more than 150 shops and ample parking. It’s the perfect spot for breakfast before a West Coast road trip and for stocking up the grocery cupboard, or finding that ideal outfit. There’s something for everyone at this sleek mall.

TYGER VALLEY

CNR BILL BEZUIDENHOUT AVENUE AND WILLIE VAN SCHOOR DRIVE, BELLVILLE 021 914 1822, tygervalley.co.za At 90 000 m2, Tyger Valley is one of the Cape’s largest malls. Three levels offer a mix of department stores, fashion outlets, speciality shops and beauty salons. Leave the teens at the cinema while you browse, then gather the troops for lunch at one of the many restaurants or cafes.

V&A WATERFRONT 021 408 7600, waterfront.co.za The V&A (Victoria & Alfred) is the crème de la crème of shopping malls. Here, you’ll find local clothing brands alongside luxury international names such as Louis Vuitton, Burberry and Gucci, specialist interiors stores and world-class restaurants for any occasion. Pleasure cruises leave from the busy quays if you’re in the mood for a sail, or hop into one of the pods of the Cape Wheel for a bird’s-eye view.

THE WOODSTOCK FOUNDRY

170 ALBERT ROAD, WOODSTOCK 021 422 0466, woodstockfoundry.co.za Eateries, studios and a coffee roastery are just some of the spaces you can pop into at this collection of businesses. Open Monday to Saturday, The Foundry could be the place you find your new favourite piece of jewellery, ceramics, artwork, clothing or furniture. There’s even a hair salon if you’re looking to freshen up your style.

IT’S JUST NOT A HOLIDAY WITHOUT SOME RETAIL THERAPY

WHALE COAST MALL

MAIN ROAD, R43, SANDBAAI, HERMANUS 021 476 0994, shopwhalecoastmall.co.za Located at the entrance to the picturesque Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, this mall offers a wide range of stores (everything from food to fashion) and a good selection of restaurants for your Overberg trip. It also boasts the only multipurpose cinema theatre in the area, Whale Coast Theatre.

THE WOODSTOCK EXCHANGE

66 ALBERT ROAD, WOODSTOCK 021 486 5999, woodstockexchange.co.za Cape Town’s creative set has transitioned from mere hipster affectation to a more grounded entrepreneurial spirit. Described as ‘an incubator for fledgling businesses’, the WEX is home to some of the city’s most talented designers and youth-culture leaders – as well as Rosetta Roastery, the coffee specialist that keeps them all going with its unique blends.