Local Independent Stores

If you're looking to shop at local independent stores, there has never been a wider choice in Hong Kong than there is right now, and you'll find everything from cutting-edge lifestyle stores to specialist fashion shops in the city.

Local lifestyle stores sell funky furniture, cool lighting, and fashion accessories from international designers. They also sell items like vibrant qipaos, cushions, and stationery with a distinctly Hong Kong flair. Designs often incorporate Nathan Road's neon signs, mahjong tiles, and lucky cats.

In the Tai Hang district near Causeway Bay, you'll find plenty of local design stores. These shops stock an impressive array of products — from watches and backpacks by independent designers to rare toys and quirky vintage homewares.

Fashion lovers will adore Sham Shui Po, where you can pick up embroidery, ribbons, beads and sewing supplies, as well as leather goods and tools. On Apliu Street, there's everything from mobile phone accessories to home appliances, while little stores in Fuk Wing streets are also worth checking out for their wide selection of toys. Love vinyl? You can pick up LPs from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and more contemporary offerings.