Our June 2025 shopping round-up is serving style and serious steals. The St Leger & Viney annual sale is a fabric-lover’s dream, while The Playground’s new double-storey thrift spot and Rosebank Sunday Market’s Dress for Less sale bring the fashion finds. The Linden Market celebrates 10 years with live music and local magic, while 44 Stanley welcomes new gems like Nunu Kids. Add bold tees from GALXBOY x REFUSE, fresh winter drops from Thesis Lifestyle, and Fourways' buzz-worthy Specialty Coffee Expo – and you've got a month brewed for shopping bliss.
1. A decade of discovery: The Linden Market's winter edition
The Linden Market (TLM) is turning 10 years old, and the winter edition on Sat, May 31 – Sun, Jun 1 at the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens in Emmarentia is packed with all the reasons we love this Joburg market. Expect over 150 hand-picked local makers and creatives, live music featuring a fresh collaboration with School of Rock Parktown North, and the return of A StrangerKind for thought-provoking chats with strangers. There’s cosy, limited-edition winter merch, artisanal eats, craft cocktails, and fun for the kids – plus a tail-wagging Dognation InstaBooth Experience. Buy tickets here.
2. Designer deals and dreamy fabrics: St Leger & Viney Sale annual fabric sale
Ready, set, swatch! The St Leger & Viney annual fabric sale is back from Thu, May 29 – Sat, May 31, and it’s a dream for décor lovers who love a good bargain. Think up to 75% off on luxe fabrics, scatter cushions, and wallpaper – plus designer steals from just R29 per metre, spot prizes, and the cult-favourite 'Mystery Fabric Grab Bags'. Head to their Kramerville showroom and let your inner interior designer run wild.
3. Espresso yourself: The Specialty Coffee Expo returns
The Specialty Coffee Expo hits Fourways Mall from Fri, May 30 – Sun, Jun 1, bringing the buzz with top-tier beans, expert brewers, and a whole lot of coffee love. Sip your way through the Roasters Village, catch the National Barista Champs in action, and pair your perfect pour with a pastry. Buy your tickets here.
4. Shop the fair: RMB Latitudes, online
Couldn’t make it to RMB Latitudes 2025 art fair? No worries – the art’s not over. You can still browse, swoon, and shop many of the artworks online. From bold brushstrokes to boundary-pushing special projects, the fair lives on – browse here.
5. Joburg radar: New stores and fresh collabs
NUNU KIDS ARRIVES AT 44 STANLEY
Tiny clothes, big charm! Nunu Kids at 44 Stanley is the brainchild of Sbongile Nkosi, who’s turned her globetrotting eye for children’s fashion into a beautifully curated boutique for little ones up to six years old. From birthday best to everyday play, expect timeless pieces, soft fabrics, and joyful details that make getting dressed a delight for kids and their style-savvy parents. You’ll find the store next to The Bioscope on the left, near the courtyard.
THESIS LIFESTYLE TURNS UP THE HEAT
Thesis Lifestyle just dropped the winter heat and a brand-new store in Daveyton Shopping Centre. From their iconic Soweto-rooted streetwear to fresh new favourites like the Hockey Jersey and cosy cardis, it’s all about repping the culture in style.
A BEAUTY PLAYGROUND IN FOURWAYS
Beauty lovers, rejoice! The new Beauty on TApp store opens at Fourways Mall on Sat, May 31 from 09:00. This beauty hotspot is your one-stop shop for top skincare, haircare, and self-care treats. Be one of the first 50 customers to spend R500+ and snag an exclusive goodie bag, then stick around for Activation Hour from 13:00 – 14:00 for your chance to win vouchers and giveaways. Find this beauty playground upstairs, next to H&M.
ROOTS AND REBELS: GALXBOY x REFUSE
Two fashion forces, one bold tee. GALXBOY and REFUSE Clothing have joined forces for a limited-edition collab that’s rooted in culture, identity, and street cred. Fusing GALXBOY’s fearless streetwear flair with REFUSE’s powerful storytelling, the result is a statement t-shirt that doesn’t just look good – it stands for something. Entitled "Routes to Freedom", this tee channels the legacy of cornrows, once used by enslaved Africans as covert maps to freedom. More than a hairstyle, it’s a symbol of resistance and a call for today’s youth to forge their own paths and defy limitations. Shop the t-shirt here.
GRADE AFRICA OPENS A JOBURG FLAGSHIP
Grade Africa is putting down roots in Joburg with the launch of its first flagship store at The Zone @ Rosebank opening Sat, May 31. Expect streetwear with a fun edge – from cheeky “Cash In Transit” tote bags to cool sneakers, bold jackets, and a whole lot of fashion-forward swagger.
6. Save the date: Market fun and shopping faves
DOUBLE THE TREASURES AT BROOKLYN MALL AND THE FIRS
Sat, May 31: Discover unique items like jewellery, accessories, ceramics, home décor, and more in a world of treasures at the Brooklyn Antique Fair, held at Brooklyn Mall on the first Saturday of each month.
Sun, Jun 1: For treasures closer to home, you can head to its sister event, The Firs Antique Fair at The Firs in Rosebank, on the first Sunday of every month. Both fairs have a wide variety of special items that are sure to catch your eye.
FIRST SUNDAY AT VICTORIA YARDS
Sun, Jun 1: Head to First Sunday at Victoria Yards in Lorentzville for a day filled with creativity, shopping, and fun. Get hands-on with upcycling treasures all day, dive into hand painting and tie-dye classes for all ages, or craft your own natural, vegan-friendly soap. Stock up on thrifted, vintage, and antique finds, then wrap up your day by grooving at Bond Society’s afterparty with live DJs.
STYLISH STEALS AT THE ROSEBANK SUNDAY MARKET
Sun, Jun 1 and Sun, Jun 8: On the first and second Sunday of every month, the Rosebank Sunday Market’s Dress for Less sale brings you high-quality, pre-loved clothing and accessories at unbeatable prices. This eco-friendly initiative is perfect for refreshing your wardrobe without breaking the bank.
Sun, Jun 22 and Sun, Jun 29: On the last two Sundays of the month, bargain hunters can dive into the flea market-style car boot sale, perfect for those who love antiques and more quirky finds.
Plus, every Sunday from 09:00 – 16:00, you can explore unique gifts, discover local fashion, and indulge in delicious market eats.
THRIFT, SIP, REPEAT: THE PLAYGROUND'S NEW TWO-STOREY THRIFT MARKET
Sat, Jun 28: Play Braam's The Playground in Braamfontein has just levelled up your treasure hunt with a brand-new signature monthly thrift market. Browse over 40 curated stalls across two levels, from rare streetwear to nostalgic finds, then head upstairs to the rooftop picnic garden. Sip on cocktails, snack on tasty bites, and soak up those city views while you thrift in style.
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