Aware...the social design project

Such a beautiful shop full of amazing things - fair trade products, eco products, Australian products, upcycled products - staffed by lovely people who care about what they do. I've bought everything from tea to officewear here :)

Great shop. It's nice to shop where people care about their products.

Purchased a gift and was given such amazing advice on what to get. The recipient was so happy with the gift they are now shopping at this beautiful shop.

I just searched for half an hour for my google login details so that I could write this review: I am so very impressed by this shop!I want to minimise my impact on the environment, and the amount of exploitation I support through my (priviledged) purchases. But it is a complex situation, and I don't have the wherewithal to research every item I buy.Walking into this shop yesterday was like a dream come true. It is packed with so many beautifully crafted, high quality goods. Being aware that I was making long term choices (I wear my clothes for as long as possible) I was slightly overwhelmed and spoilt for choice (oh my goodness everything was gorgeous!) I have to say that the customer service was absolutely impeccable. Evie was so warm and helpful. I explained what I was wanting to achieve and she helped me with so many suggestions, helped me try on many items (and gave me perfect, honest feedback)The thing that impressed me the most - every single item she handed me, she had so much knowledge about it - the designer, the fabric, who made it and their working conditions, the dyes used and their environmental impact - I 100% trust that she has done all the leg work, and I could just relax and shop guilt-free. She also had a complex understanding of design that was impressive and interesting.I'm usually a reluctant shopper, but I genuinely enjoyed this shop. I am so happy with my purchases, and I'm grateful for the ethical business model Aware follows. I'm so glad my friend recommended it to me - it is an absolute destination gem. I cannot recommend highly enough!