From Coats to Coffee, Here's our Ultimate Shopping Guide to Havelock North

Havelock Road is a gold mine of shopping destinations to visit when you’re in Havelock North. The first of these is The Hanger. Catering to both men's and women's fashion, they stock many sought-after brands such as Assembly Label, RUBY, R.M. Williams and Stolen Girlfriends Club. The helpful team at The Hanger are on hand to give you styling advice and help you find that missing piece in your collection.

If you’re wanting a dose of luxury on your shopping trip, you are highly advised to include a visit to nic&cole.

Emulating a department store experience, owner Nicole has established a boutique that presents a carefully curation of New Zealand’s leading women’s designer fashion. These include brands such as Juliette Hogan, Kathryn Wilson, Saben, Karen Walker and more. Take your time browsing in-store — there’s much to marvel at, especially the gorgeous changing room area, complete with a hydrangea wall that’s perfect for an impromptu photo shoot.

Walking into the bright and airy space of Annabelle’s, you are instantly captivated by the colour, prints, and so many pretty items. This boutique is an ode to interior design, and products are sourced from around the world to bring a unique offering to Havelock North. From one-of-a-kind furniture pieces and luxurious textiles to lighting and decor, there is an eclectic vibe at Annabelle’s, which means there’s likely to be a piece or two that will suit your home and unique taste.

Owners of Bellantino's Phil and Larni are lovers of fine food and want to share this passion with their community. They have two stores in Hawke’s Bay, and one is luckily located in Havelock North.

Affectionately referred to as a ‘Food Lovers’ Market,’ this is the place to go to stock up on the best local produce, fine wines and artisan food. They also have an extensive range of hard-to-find Italian and other imported ingredients, so it’s just the place to head to if you are in need of something special. While you’re browsing, pick up a fresh salad or sandwich made by the in-house chef, you won’t regret it!

Stylish women's fashion is the modus operandi of Diahann Boutique on the bustling Joll Road in Havelock North. With over 40 years of experience passed down through different generations, this boutique is a place you can go and know you will receive outstanding service and, time after time, find clothing items you love and want to take home.

Both popular local and international brands are stocked at Diahann, such as Trelise Cooper, Yu Mei Handbags, Camilla and Marc, and Rains. And if you have a shopping companion with you that’s getting slightly weary, no worries: set them up on the inviting leather sofa by the changing room, and you’re free to browse away.

Wardini Books is everything you want in an independent bookstore: character and charm galore, helpful staff and, most importantly, a great range of books.

Run by Louise and Gareth, who between them have experience as a teacher, children’s entertainer and magician, these two aim to provide a space that honours reading with a touch of magic. If you are after recommendations or help finding a book you can’t quite remember the details of, the Wardini team is on hand to help with their vast literary knowledge.

With over 25 years of experience, Hawke’s Bay’s original designer clothing consignment store Nostalgia Boutique knows a thing or two about stocking and selling beautiful second-hand fashion. This is the place to go to get your sustainable shopping fix, and you never know what absolute finds there’ll be in store. Alongside recycled designer fashion pieces, there’s also a small range of vintage and handmade New Zealand homewares, so it’s the perfect chance to find something for your abode as well.

The Hawke’s Bay region is known for being home to many incredible coffee roasters and in Havelock North, there happens to be two of the best. Take this shopping opportunity to stock up on some freshly roasted beans and any other coffee paraphernalia you might need from either Hawthorne Coffee Roastery or Workroom (operated by Firsthand Coffee). And while you are making the stop off, you may as well order a cup to enjoy and perhaps a pastry from Ya Bon (both cafes proudly stocking the French bakers' goods in their cabinets), after all, you can work up an appetite when you’re out shopping!

Hunt & Seek specialises in both men's and women's fashion, stocking a range of local and international brands. From everyday styles to special occasionwear, there are pieces here for you no matter what you are up to or what event you may be going to. The friendly team at Hunt & Seek are more than happy to help you find what you are looking for, and it’s always handy to have an expert second opinion.