Shop and Stay a While at The Galeries This Christmas

This article has been produced in partnership with Vicinity Centres and The Galeries.

Sydney’s The Galeries has long been a hub of creativity, art, and culture—and this Christmas, they’ve pulled out all the stops with an immersive installation for their Artists in Residence program, creating a festive experience for shoppers like no other.

Home to some of Australia’s (and the world’s) leading contemporary brands, The Galeries is the perfect place to check off your Christmas list, all in one convenient, chic destination.

And the best part? The dining scene is just as refined, with everything from coffee and cake through to champagne and crudo, ensuring you’ll have fuel aplenty as you soak up the Christmas vibe.

Experience a Creative Christmas

In keeping with The Galeries’ commitment to fostering an artistic experience for shoppers, this festive season will see celebrated artist Bradley Eastman, aka Beastman, step into the spotlight as part of their Artists in Residence program.

As you shop your way around the gleaming centre, Beastman’s installation will evoke a feeling of being enveloped in the artwork, as if wrapped in a gift. Adhering to his signature vibrant colourways and patterns, Beastman’s piece incorporates patterns inspired by Christmas wrapping paper that has then been woven throughout the centre, culminating in a striking and immersive walkthrough installation.

A Modern Shopping Mecca

After basking in Beastman’s colourful masterpiece, make your way through your shopping lists with an impressive lineup of contemporary brands all under one roof.

Discover books from Books Kinokuniya, fine jewellery pieces from Mejuri, and beauty favourites from The Body Shop. For the fashion-forward on your list, you’re spoilt for choice with Blanca, A.P.C., Arc’teryx, Carhartt and Ganni just a few of the boutiques offering endless inspiration as you browse.

Stay a While

There’s no need to flit from spot to spot or rush elsewhere to refuel, as The Galeries offers all the sustenance you need to make your Christmas shopping experience a memorable one.

We recommend starting the day with a blueberry matcha from T Totaler (also a great place to stock up on gifts for your favourite tea lover) before heading to Lotus Dining for fan-favourite dumplings by the basket.

If you need an extra treat to get you through, or just fancy wrapping up your shopping trip with something special, head to 15cenchi for a jiggly Japanese cheesecake or Black Star Pastry for their Insta-famous watermelon cake.  

This holiday season, we’re inspired to shop mindfully, choosing gifts not simply for the sake of giving but for their meaning and intention. 

With plenty to nourish and inspire your creativity (and your appetite!), The Galeries is the perfect one-stop shop this Christmas. With extended Christmas trading hours, there’s no excuse not to take your time. 

Shop and stay a while at The Galeries, and immerse yourself in the vibrant festive atmosphere this Christmas.

Writer

Olivia Storrie

15 November 2024

Armed with an Arts Degree in History and Psychology from the University of Sydney, a natural curiosity and a ravenous appetite, Sitchu’s Sydney Editor Olivia is your go-to for restaurant recommendations across the city. She also has a keen interest in hiking, patting other people’s dogs, travelling, curating her maximalist home and reading every book she can get her hands on.