By San Sebastian

By San Sebastian is an independent family-run shop in Coogee, Sydney, offering a broad mix of clothing, footwear, gifts and useful lifestyle goods for women, men, kids and babies. The range includes denim and apparel alongside shoes, children’s gear, candles, puzzles, homewares and drinkware, making it the sort of store where a clothing browse can easily turn into a hunt for a present or something practical for the next picnic.

The website highlights a considered selection of Australian and international brands. Fashion and footwear names include Free People, Birkenstock, Crocs and Scotch & Soda, while the gift and lifestyle assortment includes Jellycat, Frank Green, Huski, Yeti, Jones & Co., Celia Loves and Dock & Bay. Jellycat soft toys and accessories are a prominent part of the current range, with bunnies, animals and amuseables represented, while the drinkware and outdoor section covers reusable cups and bottles, insulated bags, coolers and picnic-oriented products. There is also a dedicated kids and babies offering, including SUBO accessories.

The shop’s character is closely tied to its local, personal approach. Owners Kate and Joff opened By San Sebastian in 2006, initially intending to create a small shop near the beach. According to the site, it grew into a community and a second home, with the store shaped around the things they genuinely enjoy stocking. That gives the business a more individual feel than a single-category retailer: the selection moves from clothes and shoes to gifts, candles, puzzles, Crocs and everyday accessories, with an emphasis on quality and comfort. Visitors are invited to drop in for a browse and a chat, while online shoppers can use the site as an extension of the physical store.

It should suit Coogee locals looking for an independent shopping stop, as well as visitors seeking a gift, a new wardrobe piece, children’s items or gear for outdoor use. Families may find the kids and babies range useful, while solo shoppers can explore across several categories without needing a tightly planned visit. By San Sebastian also offers free local delivery, free shipping on orders over $150, buy-now-pay-later options in-store and online, rewards points, and 14-day returns on online orders. With a 4.6 Google rating from 90 reviews, it has a strong recorded response from customers, alongside a clear focus on keeping the experience local and personal.