Acne Studios has long reigned supreme as one of the coolest contemporary luxury fashion brands on the market. There's a reason they've remained at the top of the crop after nearly 30 years in the game – but what it comes down to is a little hard to describe.
Creative Director Jonny Johansson's expert ability to marry the timeless and unconventional is at the fore of what the brand does; a playful yet sophisticate mix of garments and accessories that bridge the gap.
If you're in Australia and looking to get your hands on some of Acne Studios' key pieces, there are a few ways to go about it. Below, you'll find our non-exhaustive guide on where to buy Acne Studios in Australia.
1. Acne Studios boutiques
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We're lucky to have a few brick-and-mortar Acne Studios stores on our shores. Sydney is home to two boutiques located in Paddington and in the city, while Melbourne houses two of their own stores – one in Chadstone and the other in the CBD.
2. Acne Studios website
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Yes, I'm sure it's the obvious next step – but the Acne Studios website is your next best bet for accessing all of the brand's new season garments and accessories without having to be located near one of their stockists. They ship Australia-wide and have complimentary express shipping (3-5 business days) on all orders.
If you live near one of Acne's retail stores, but they didn't have what you wanted in stock, you can also opt to pick up your online order in-store.
3. NET-A-PORTER
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Luxury online retailers NETAPORTER is our next port of call – stocking just about everything Acne from sneakers to bags to their famous checked scarves.
Enjoy free express shipping on all orders over $800 AUD, and take up to 28 days to make up your mind and return if it's not quite working out.
4. FARFETCH
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Global retailer FARFETCH is also a bonafide Acne Studios stockist, carrying a large range of their garments and bags.
If you spend more than $300, they also offer a lower express delivery fee, which will see your Acne Studios goods delivered within 3-7 days. Returns are accepted for 14 days from order.
5. INCU
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Australian retailer and online store INCU is a certified stockist of Acne Studios, with IRL locations across Sydney, Melbourne and the Gold Coast. They're usually about as up-to-date with the latest drops and collections as the official Acne Studios boutiques, and can often be the place to catch special limited-edition collaborations.
Free express shipping is available on all online orders over $250 – and only a $10 flat rate is applied to all domestic orders below this amount.
6. CETTIRE
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Another online retailer that stocks Acne Studios is CETTIRE, who deliver internationally within 3-7 business days, and offer free shipping on all orders over $300 AUD. The site frequently has sales too, so you'll find some pretty competitive prices here.
7. Vestiaire Collective
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For those seeking a more eco- and wallet-friendly purchase – or if you're looking for a past season gem – then Vestiaire Collective is the way to go. Find a vetted, certified list of second-hand Acne Studios items here – usually with a pretty big amount knocked off the price tag.
8. The Outnet
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Another failsafe destination for Acne Studios pieces at a discount is The Outnet. The online retailer offers a mix of past and current season items, from outerwear and dresses, to bags and scarves, typically with a significantly lower price tag.
9. Camargue
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Australian boutique Camargue has one of the best curated designer collections in the country — and plenty of Acne Studios. Brisbane locals can peruse their offering IRL, with their store on the iconic James Street. For those of us in other parts of the country, however, they've also got a thriving online presence, with 10% off on your first order.
