Fashion
Circular Future with Nique
They've partnered with Rntr. to offer a rental service for your everyday short-term needs.
Beauty
Clean Beauty Faves with Sephora
We've got the lowdown on all of our best Clean Beauty picks from Sephora
Fashion
If your fave 2000s tracks were outfits...
Ebony Mai takes us through looks inspired by iconic tunes from the 2000s
Home
All I Want with Milligram
Learn all 'bout Furoshiki wrapping and the perf last min gifts you won't find anywhere else.
Health
Active Living - Powering Positivity
It’s the small positive choices we make each day that have a big impact on our health, our mindset and our ability todream big and achieve the impossible! And that’s what Active Living is all about – living a positive life you’re passionate about!
Fashion, Events
Lights, Camera, MIFF: What to wear to the Melbourne International Film Festival.
One thing we know better than anyone is how to have a great night out in our city. And it looks a lot like this.
Lookbook
Fjallraven is open!
You've seen the backpacks everywhere (if you don't already have one of your own), now the first store in the Southern Hemipshere is open and you're going to want everything
lookbook
The heat is on at Glue Store
Drop it like it's hot with the latest range of swimwear landed at Glue Store!
Beauty Central
You beauty!
You know you're a beauty, but if you've ever wanted that exrta little something.. Self Centred Medi Spa has a secret you're going to want to know about.
Fashion
Surviving winter in style
Baby it’s cold outside… but don’t worry, we’ve got some advice to get you through the rest of those chilly days along with some of our favourite fashion picks of the season.
Beauty Central
Mecca Maxima's juiciest launch of the year!
The Too Faced Peaches and Cream collection has launched at Mecca Maxima and it's oh so sweet!
Lookbook
Time for some new R.M.'s
Want a new pair of boots that stand out from the crowd? R.M. Williams just released two new colourways that will let you do just that
Lookbook
Trend Alert - Stars
Have you noticed stars are everywhere right now? Jess Alizzi shares her fave starry statement pieces and fun ways to style them.
Foodie Fix
Rustica opens at MC
Delish baguettes, amazing cronuts, and your new go-to coffee. Need we say more?
Lookbook
This Puma sneaker goes out to the gamers
Introducing the Puma RS-0 Play, inspired by gaming culture.
Lookbook
OG Denim must-haves
This May 20 the iconic Levi’s® 501® are back with an exclusive collab with Karla Welch (founder of x karla). As if you needed another reason to rock a Canadian Tuxedo.
Lookbook
Puma x Selena Gomez Phenom Lux exclusive drop
Selena Gomez has designed her first shoe with Puma. The Phenom Lux is made to stand out AND help out.
Foodie Fix
Nosh is open... Poke bowls for all!
Trying to live your best healthy life? Nosh has all the tasty Poke bowls and Nori Tacos for your feel-good food fixes.
Lookbook
Hip-hop era style? Yes please.
Levi's latest season is channelling one of the dopest era's of fashion, and we're loving it.
Community
The Future is Female
March 8 is International Women's Day and Wittner is helping women take over the world, one pair of shoes at a time.
Store News
Hungry Bear is open
Craving pizza that's fresh, different, and delicious? Bring your appitite, and meet Hungry Bear!
Giftspiration
Gifts That Give Back
The holidays are often a season for giving, not just to friends, colleagues and family, but also to people in need. From companies who help the environment, support those less fortunate or donate to other noteworthy causes, we’d love to highlight our retailers at Melbourne Central who are giving back this Christmas. So if you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas, choose a gift that gives back.
Community
MC x RMIT Pom Pom Trees
Not your average Christmas Trees. RMIT x MC collab is bringing you some of the coolest trees this festive season.
Giftspiration
Christmas Gift Ideas For Every Budget
Do you need to buy a Christmas gift for an office secret santa or a gift for a loved one? We've got you! Melbourne Central has put together a list of the top Christmas gift ideas for every budget.
Personalised Gifts, Christmas Gifts
Personalised Gifts for Christmas
There's something about personalised gifts that makes them much more meaningful. That's why the team at Melbourne Central has put together a list of personalised gift ideas from some of our top retailers.
Store news
Adairs Melbourne Central is open!
Adairs is finally here, just in time for all your decorating needs.
Home
Christmas Table Decoration Ideas
Are you hosting a Christmas party or dinner? Here at Melbourne Central, we have picked out top Christmas table centrepieces and decorations featured at some of our Melbourne Central stores.
Store News
Adidas EQT Collection
Exclusive ADIDASxPARLEY sneakers at JC Melbourne Central, now available!
Beauty Central
Nicki Minaj releases new nudes for M·A·C
Two new nude Nicki Minaj x M·A·C shades have joined the now 26-shade strong Lipstick and Lipglass lineup.
Beauty Central
Rihanna takes the beauty world by storm
Shine bright like a diamond with Rihanna's new Fenty Beauty range, available to try and buy exclusively at Sephora.
Beauty, Makeup
Spring 2017 makeup trends
Combine glowy skin with warm tones and ombré lips for a flirty and flattering spring makeup look.
PUMA, Rihanna, Fashion
Rihanna’s limited edition Fenty x Puma CLF Creeper drops at Melbourne Central
Rihanna has teamed up with Puma to release a limited edition Creeper to support the Clara Lionel Foundation, and Puma Melbourne Central is the only store in Victoria stocking the coveted charity sneaker.
Fashion, Store News
Country Road is back!
The brand new Melbourne Central Country Road store is now open!
Community
Support The Body Shop's Petition Against Animal Testing
Sign The Body Shop's petition and help ban animal testing forever!
Lookbook, Fashion, Winter
Melbourne. Winter. Oxford.
Create a polished and tailored winter look with the new collection at Oxford at Melbourne Central.
Beauty Central
Pamper Yourself
Mums, grandparents, aunts, sisters, girlfriends - we think it’s about time you go spoil yourself with a well-deserved pamper sesh, you're worth it hun. Or better yet, bring your friends along and make a day of it. Stop ignoring your needs - it's time to overindulge and add a little luxury to your life. Visit Melbourne Central to reward all your hard work. It’s time to #treatyoself.
men's fashion, winter, fashion
Men's Winter Fashion Trends
Who doesn’t love a well-dressed man? I know I do! Give the men in your life a helping hand by keeping up to date with all the latest Men’s Winter Fashion Trends at Melbourne Central. Men’s styling can look simple, but it’s really not. Now more than ever, men’s fashion is hitting our streets and incorporating their very own quirky styles.
fashion, womens, winter
Winter Fashion Trends
We've tracked down the top Winter Fashion Trends you need in wardrobe this season. You’ll be pleased to know we’re bringing back all your favourites, oversized trench coats, sexy knee high boots and flattering long sleeve dresses. So this season, we won’t be separated from our loveable, cosy clothing.
food, winter
Winter Food Trends
As we approach the cooler season, nothing beats a nice warm meal to fill our bellies – the delicious food that gets us through those long frosty days. We have searched high and low, and come up with the top Warm Winter Food Trends for both the meatatarians and vegetarians.
men, fashion, gifts
Father’s Day Gift Ideas 2017
With Father’s Day approaching quickly, we have all of your Father’s Day Gift Ideas 2017 covered - better yet, it's all in the one area - Melbourne Central shopping centre.
beauty
What's Hot In Beauty in 2017?
Check out the latest beauty trends for 2017. From illuminators and highlighters to contouring, discover how to keep up-to-date with this year's makeup trends.
Community
The Supre Foundation : Empowering Girls
The Supré Foundation currently spans 3 countries and assists 3 causes, all with the same singular aim: to ensure all girls have the opportunity to achieve their dreams!
Store news
Introducing JD Sports, the ‘King of Trainers’
With limited edition and exclusive releases from the best global brands, including adidas, Nike, Puma, Reebok and much more, JD Sports is known as the undisputed ‘King of Trainers’.
Lookbook
Athletic Aesthetic
From classic streetwear brands to Beyoncé's activewear label, this moodboard has all the latest athleisure looks to inspire your everyday wardrobe.
Community
Earth Hour 2017: Switch Off to #JoinTheFuture
We’re celebrating 10 years of Earth Hour as a global phenomenon.
Lookbook
Wittner - Rebel Rebel
Wittner’s new Rebel Rebel collection has landed at Melbourne Central.
Movies
Movie Review: Fifty Shades Darker
Obsessed with Christian Grey and Ana Steele like we are? Click here for our review and the newest trailer out!
Lookbook
Ways to Wear It - January 2017
It's hot out there, but we're keeping cool in colourful prints and key summer staple pieces. Click through to see fresh Ways to Wear It for girls and guys!
Lookbook
At First Light
They're all over Instgram and now neon lights can be your newest interior accessory.
Giftspiration
Georgia Perry’s Guide to Stylish Stocking Fillers
Super stylish graphic artist and designer Georgia Perry has filled her Christmas stocking with these picks from a few of her favourite fashion and beauty stores at Melbourne Central! Read on to find out how you could win a $500 gift card to hand-pick your own haul!
Store News
New Balance has opened a slick new store at Melbourne Central
Lace up, look sharp! New Balance has opened a slick new store at Melbourne Central, filled with fresh kicks and hot workout wear.
Giftspiration,
Mr & Mrs Jones, The Giftware Delicatessens
The giftware delicatessens, Mr & Mrs Jones, have opened their shiny new store on Level 2, just in time for Christmas! Discover their fun range of summer gifts, art, pool and beach accessories, decor, cards, decorations and neon lighting.
Lookbook
Mr & Mrs Jones, The Giftware Delicatessens
The giftware delicatessens, Mr & Mrs Jones, have opened their shiny new store on Level 2, just in time for Christmas! Discover their fun range of summer gifts, art, pool and beach accessories, decor, cards, decorations and neon lighting.
Giftspiration
The Adventure Handbook’s gift guide for travellers
Searching for a gift for the explorer in your life? The Adventure Handbook has curated the perfect collection of items that any camper, traveller or outdoor-lover would be stoked to unwrap on Christmas morning. Read on for their picks, and to find out how you could win a $500 gift card to hand-pick your own haul!
Beauty Central
Skincare Secrets
No primer or foundation is as effective a base as healthy, happy skin! Melbourne blogger K is for Kani stopped by Melbourne Central to tell us about the products and treatments she's relying on to keep a fresh and hydrated face this spring.
Lookbook
The lowdown on summer sneakers
When DJ Mafia steps out from behind the DJ decks, she's always got the hottest kicks on her feet. This week, she tells us all about some of her faves.
Norie Neumark and Maria Miranda
Norie Neumark and Maria Miranda's Shredded: Stuplimity and the Aesthetics of Neoliberalism
Jess Kritzer
Jess Kritzer's 'The Wigglers'
Beauty Central
Beauty Central - Melbourne's Ultimate Beauty Destination
From a fresh base to bold lashes, put your best face forward with these ultimate beauty buys from Mecca Maxima, Sephora, Jurlique and 3INA.
Foodie Fix
The Plate Project's MIFF Meal Guide
Melbourne International Film Festival kicks off this week, but it's not just movies taking us around the world. Local Instagram legends The Plate Project have tasted an international assortment of snacks that are ideal for grabbing on your way to or from a film!
History & Architecture
A tour of Melbourne’s architectural history by Dale Campisi
Open House Melbourne is back for another year so we’re taking a look at the history behind some of the buildings on the Melbourne Central block.
Beauty Central
The Blush Hunter x Melbourne Central DIY Skincare Heroes
The Blush Hunter has been back at Melbourne Central, cooking up face mask creations and DIY scrubs to save your skin in winter. Click through to see what you can do with just a few simple ingredients from Coles!
Art, Laneways
Stanton Cornish-Ward
Stanton Cornish-Ward's ‘The Immaculate Reflection of an Impure Word’
Art, Laneways
Megan Keating's ‘The Wind up Ministry‘ (in collaboration with Samuel Johnstone)
Megan Keating's ‘The Wind up Ministry‘ (in collaboration with Samuel Johnstone)
Art, Laneways
Martine Corompt's ‘Torrent – The Endless Storm’
Martine Corompt's ‘Torrent – The Endless Storm’
Art, Laneways
Ian Haig's ‘Another Brutally Satisfying Video’
Ian Haig's ‘Another Brutally Satisfying Video’
Art, Laneways
Erin Coates' ‘The Last Climber Alive Must Keep Herself Fit And Ready’
Erin Coates' ‘The Last Climber Alive Must Keep Herself Fit And Ready’
Art, Laneways
Emily Yuting Chen's ‘Alchemy in Micmicry #1’
Emily Yuting Chen's ‘Alchemy in Micmicry #1’
Art, Laneways
Debbie Symons' ‘Counting One to Four: Nature Morte’
Debbie Symons' ‘Counting One to Four: Nature Morte’
Art, Laneways
Brie Trenerry's 'Total Field'
Brie Trenerry's 'Total Field'
2015. Multi channel video, 7:54 minutes
2015. Multi channel video, 7:54 minutes
Art, Laneways
Anne Scott Wilson's Inside Plato’s Cave (after Irigaray)
‘Inside Plato’s Cave (after Irigaray)’
2015. Single channel video, 9:42 minutes.
2015. Single channel video, 9:42 minutes.
Art, Laneways
Adele Varco's 30 Suits
Adele Varcoe is an Australian artist and designer who creates fashion experiences that explore the social and affective dimensions of fashion, dress and clothes. She brings people together to construct participatory performances that explore the elusive nature of fashion, by putting people in situations where their senses of self are heightened through their clothes.
Beauty Central
The Blush Hunter’s Guide to a Foolproof Spring Face
Spring is here and with it comes all kinds of beauty dilemmas including the simple challenge of keeping your make-up from melting in the seasonal heat! We asked The Blush Hunter—a Melbourne-based beauty site that gives us daily practical, accessible and fun make-up advice—to help us transition into spring with some favourite finds from around Melbourne Central. These picks are perfect for when you’re on-the-go, with outdoor events to attend and limited space in your clutch. Read on for The Blush Hunter’s handbag must-haves.
History & Architecture
A LANEWAY TOUR WITH ST JEROME
Jerome Borazio is the brains behind Melbourne Central's recent rooftop transformation: St Jeromes – The Hotel. He's also a local Melbourne legend, whose ideas have been bringing the city's laneways and under-used spaces to life for almost two decades. As part of our Laneway Assembly celebration in May, we asked Jerome to take us on a guided tour through his favourite city nooks and crannies and let us in on their hidden histories—including the story of his own infamous laneway bar, St Jerome's...
History & Architecture
The stories behind Melbourne's streets
Who better to unlock the history of our laneways than Melbourne Central’s own resident tour guide and history buff Dale Campisi? He’ll be leading a special laneways edition of his popular Unlocked Tours during One Day Shopping Festival and The Laneway Assembly this Wednesday. In the meantime—to spark our curiosity—he’s uncovered some of the amazing stories behind Melbourne Central’s network of streets and lanes. Read on for a peek into the city’s fascinating past...
Community
Music of Melbourne Central
We’re in love with our laneways and what better way to celebrate them by filling them with music? As part of The Laneway Assembly this month, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite buskers to help our lanes and alleyways to come alive. We asked these talented crowd pleasers what brought them to busking and why they love performing at Melbourne Central. Click through to discover these artists and where you can catch them playing in centre this month!
Community
Behind the Bright Notes design with Steph Hughes
Over the weekend we unveiled Bright Notes, the latest public artwork to call Melbourne Central home. Unlike the sculptures and murals that make up much of our amazing collection, Bright Notes takes the form of a more unconventional canvas: a piano! Last year we put the call out for any unwanted instruments, called up local artist and musician (Dick Diver, Boomgates) Steph Hughes and can now proudly share Bright Notes with you! We had a quick chat to Steph on the eve of Bright Notes’ reveal at White Night 2015.
History & Architecture
Unlock the secrets of Melbourne Central
Join local historian Dale Campisi in a new tour series that takes you behind the scenes of Melbourne Central and uncovers the centre’s secrets.
Opening hours
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