Where The Wilde Things Are

Where The Wilde Things Are What began in 1989 exploring Egypt & Kenya & falling in love with handmade craft, became Where The Wilde Things Are in 1990.

Now, 35 years on, our bags and scarves still carry the spirit of travel, culture, and story for your adventuring pleasure Our Story...

Where The Wilde Things Are is a store like no other where you will find the most beautiful & unique handmade treasures & accessories from near & far. Silk clothing made from repurposed vintage saris, Pali baskets handwoven in Myanmar from brightly coloured recycle

d plastics, exquisitely handcrafted costume jewellery, including the owner's own label, scarves, bags, elegant block printed cotton dresses are just some of the treasures you will see. A dog friendly destination where your pooch will be welcomed with home made treatos.

� Ingrid Wilde �

Introducing our newest stockist… Salt Boutique & Accessories, Ulladulla, NSW 🌊Set on the beautiful South Coast of New So...
17/06/2026

Introducing our newest stockist… Salt Boutique & Accessories, Ulladulla, NSW 🌊

Set on the beautiful South Coast of New South Wales, Salt BTQ is filled with relaxed coastal style, beautiful fashion and thoughtfully chosen accessories for everyday living.

And now, nestled amongst the collection, you'll find a lovely selection of our sustainable jute shoulder and crossbody bags.

Whether you're planning a seaside escape to Ulladulla, or you're lucky enough to call this beautiful part of the world home, be sure to pop in and visit Kylie and the team. We have a feeling you'll leave inspired.

📍 Salt Boutique & Accessories Ulladulla, NSW

The world is full of places to go.Some are marked on maps. Others are discovered quite by accident.🧭 Our Four Points of ...
11/06/2026

The world is full of places to go.
Some are marked on maps. Others are discovered quite by accident.
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Our Four Points of the Compass bag was designed for those journeys in between. The unexpected detours. The hidden laneways. The favourite café you'll never find again. The moments that become stories.
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Crafted from natural fibres- jute and cotton, finished with adjustable leather straps and our signature compass-inspired stitching, it's a bag that feels as though it's already travelled a little before it found you.
Shown here in Persian Blue, a colour inspired by distant horizons and endless skies.
Where would you take yours?
Tap to shop, or visit the link in our bio to explore the Four Points of the Compass bag, in a choice of 3 colours.

Made for everyday adventures.🧭 🛫🌏Some bags blend in.🚲 🚴‍♂️ 🚲 The Urban Voyager was never designed to be one of them.Craf...
09/06/2026

Made for everyday adventures.
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Some bags blend in.
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The Urban Voyager was never designed to be one of them.
Crafted from sustainable jute and finished with beautiful leather detailing, it's spacious enough for everything the day demands, yet distinctive enough to turn heads wherever it goes.
Whether you're wandering local markets, heading into the city, or planning your next adventure, the Urban Voyager carries it all with effortless style.
Practical. Comfortable. Unmistakably unique.
For those who want their accessories to tell a story. 🌿

There’s something very special about reading words like these. 🤍Every 5 star review helps small businesses like ours mor...
03/06/2026

There’s something very special about reading words like these. 🤍

Every 5 star review helps small businesses like ours more than you might realise — not just through algorithms and visibility, but through encouragement too.

After 36 years of Where The Wilde Things Are, I still feel genuinely grateful every time a customer takes a moment to leave kind words, send a photo from their travels, or share how one of our bags has become part of everyday life.

This little business has always been built on connection, storytelling, travel, and meaningful journeys… and reviews like this remind me why I still love doing what I do. ✨

Thank you, truly, for supporting small business and for taking us along on your adventures. 🌍🤍

Warm gingerbread. Spiced Christmas pudding.Night Before Christmas turns any space into a Christmas wonderland — and make...
19/12/2025

Warm gingerbread. Spiced Christmas pudding.
Night Before Christmas turns any space into a Christmas wonderland — and makes the most beautiful festive gift. 🎄✨

We made one last batch - same candles, slightly different jars (no lids) and there's just a few left. Dm me if you'd like one, before they're gone for another year. $39.95.

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4/230 Ridge Road Olinda By Appointment
Melbourne, VIC
3788

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