Akubra
Master Hatters
150 Years in the making
150 years of being part of the fabric of Australia. 150 years of Australian craftsmanship, skill, and tradition carried through generations of Master Hatters.
As Australia evolves, so do we. But the spirit behind every Akubra remains the same.
This year we celebrate 150 years of Australian resilience, heritage, and pride.
KEMPSEY NSW .2440
HANDCRAFTED IN AUSTRALIA
Since 1876
Founded in Tasmania by Benjamin Dunkerley in 1876. This is a story of how hand craftsmanship will always outshine fast fashion. The Akubra hat is built for exploration and handcrafted for toughness and has become a pure Australian icon.
Master Hatters
The Akubra hat can only be mastered by those who truly understand the essence of quality. Our Master Hatters have spent over a century honing their skills and perfecting their craft, ensuring each Akubra hat is designed to last a lifetime of adventure.
Kempsey
Born in Australia. Made in Kempsey. The Akubra encapsulates the very spirit of Australian culture. A culture defined by enthusiasm, courage, boundless adventure and resilience. Akubra exists through family, community, quality and longevity.
IT TAKES 6 weeks TO MAKE AN AKUBRA HAT. THERE ARE 162 steps IN THE PROCESS. EACH HAT IS HANDLED 200 times IN MANUFACTURE, PASSING THROUGH 60 pairs OF HANDS. THE YEAR 1876 IS WHEN IT ALL STARTED.
By San Sebastian
Est. 2006. Curated by chaos. Run by family. Loved by locals. We (Kate and Joff… hi!) opened this little shop by the beach 19 years ago, thinking it would just be a cute place to sell nice things. It turned into a community, a second home, and a very stylish storage unit for everything we love: clothes, shoes, gifts, kids’ gear, candles, puzzles, crocs (yes, really), and all the bits you didn’t know you needed until right now. We stock beautiful brands from Australia and overseas. We believe in quality, comfort, and buying things once (ok, maybe twice if you love it). We’re family-run, proudly independent, and doing our best to keep it personal in a world that’s gone algorithmic. If you’re ever in Coogee, pop in for a browse and a chat. If you’re online, well, welcome to our digital dressing room.