Treat mode: on.
Treat mode: on.
Everyone deserves a little extra glow from time to time. Whether you’re in the mood for a refresh, a reset or just an excuse to treat yourself, we’re all about leaning into feel-good moments.
From glam squads to scalp-soothing sanctuaries, these five spots at Pacific Fair are ready to treat you to the ultimate glow up that may just become a regular ritual.
Consider this your permission slip to indulge (and maybe make it a regular thing).
We all know beauty comes from within, but looking good on the outside can help when the inside feels a bit flat. Garbo & Kelly knows makeup is an artform and treats every face like a masterpiece. Whether you’re chasing a natural glow or full glam, their expert technicians tailor each look to your face shape and occasion. Brows are their love language, and the Garbo & Kelly crew will lift and sculpt your brows to perfection using their award-winning products. They also have dry hair styling available and the option of two stylists working at once, which means less rushing and more relaxing. It’s the ultimate pampering pit-stop.
Flooded with natural light and overlooking the river, Paintbox Nail Bar is a calm little corner of Pac Fair that changes the way you feel, not just how your nails look (although yes, they’ll look excellent after a visit). From the moment you walk in, it feels like visiting a very chic friend, the kind who always offers tea and lets you fully be yourself. The team notices the small things, treats you with kindness and somehow makes time disappear. You’re guaranteed to leave calmer than you arrived, with flawless cuticles and a renewed sense of self.
For those who want everything done in one dreamy appointment, La Beauty is your multitasking marvel. This full-service beauty salon covers facials, advanced skin treatments, massages, body treatments, mani-pedis, spray tans, waxing and tinting. Basically, the works! Step inside and the tranquil spa atmosphere immediately hits the nervous system reset button. The experienced therapists take it from there, melting away stress and restoring your glow like absolute pros.
Ella Bache is for the skincare realists with results that speak for themselves. With a wide range of treatments for men and women, including facials, massage, microdermabrasion, waxing, makeup and spray tans, this is where skin gets the attention it deserves. Their tailored approach means every face gets a personalised plan, because everyone is unique and so should your self care.
If your brain feels as frazzled as your split ends, Yusen Head Spa is calling your name. Inspired by Japanese rituals, these treatments focus on restoring scalp health while calming the mind. It’s deeply relaxing, wildly soothing and exactly the kind of quiet luxury we didn’t know we needed. Consider it hair care and soul reset rolled into one.
Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, 32 Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach Waters
When: Times vary depending on outlet
Website: www.pacificfair.com.au
Instagram: @pacificfair
Words by Lisette Drew
STORY SPONSORED BY PACIFIC FAIR SHOPPING CENTRE
Fresh finds, major style.
Spring cleaning done? Well, now’s the perfect time to refresh! Pacific Fair is buzzing with new energy this season, and if your wardrobe, jewellery box or scent collection needs a lift, you’re in luck.
The Gold Coast’s premier shopping destination has welcomed a batch of new boutique stores, each bringing a unique style. From sun-kissed jewellery to playful fragrances, here’s a roundup of five must-visit openings that are guaranteed to add a little extra sparkle to your shopping spree.
Arms Of Eve is turning everyday styling into an luxe affair. This Australian jewellery and lifestyle brand is all about pieces that feel as free-spirited as a coastal breeze. Think handmade, 14k gold-plated jewellery that’s waterproof, tarnish-free and built to last, all backed with a one-year guarantee. Whether you’re hunting for stackable staples or a statement piece to steal the spotlight, Arms Of Eve nails it. Each design is created with gifting in mind, making it the perfect excuse to treat yourself… or someone special. And because these pieces are designed for everyday wear, you can go from surf to sundowner without a second thought.
For summer vibes all year round, step into Mister Zimi’s colourful world, where bold prints and relaxed silhouettes are always in season. Known for creating collections that scream holiday mood, this boutique makes race days, weddings, parties and even casual brunches feel effortlessly chic. The current Spring/Summer collection, Spritz, is alive with vibrant hues, while upcoming Resort and Summer launches promise even more sunshine. The Pacific Fair store is a modern, welcoming space where you can linger over every pattern and colour palette, soaking in personal styling advice that feels as relaxed as a weekend getaway. Destination? Definitely Zimi.
Rebecca Vallance fans, rejoice: the designer’s highly anticipated Resort 2025 collection has landed. Inspired by the sparkling waters and sunlit terraces of Lake Como, the collection brings Italian elegance to contemporary, wearable glamour. Think fluid silhouettes that move like water in a palette of deep navy, sun-kissed yellow, watermelon and vivid pinks, all designed with a luxe feel. The Cruise Capsule within the collection ensures you can glide seamlessly from a sun-soaked afternoon to an intimate evening soiree. And for those looking to push the glamour dial up a notch, the Holiday 2025 LUNARISELLE collection is a bold, celestial-inspired line featuring shimmering snakeskin motifs, luxurious velvets and sparkling sequins. Talk about a lunar eclipse.
If diamonds are a girls best friend, consider Calleija your new bestie. The international design house, helmed by John Calleija, is synonymous with innovation and elegance, producing creations that blend age-old techniques with contemporary artistry. From bespoke masterpieces to the Glacier® Diamond exclusive to Calleija, the boutique offers a one-of-a-kind jewellery experience. With global recognition and collaborations like the Zara Tindall Collection, stepping into Calleija is like stepping into a world where diamonds don’t just sparkle, they share stories, just like a bestie does.
Mask Co
Rounding out the list is Mask Co, Australia’s playful fragrance brand that has just opened its first-ever retail store at Pacific Fair. If you’ve ever dreamed of a scent playground, this is it. With nostalgic fragrances inspired by childhood favourites like musk sticks, red frogs and fairy floss, Mask Co makes exploring perfume seriously fun. The interactive Scent Bar lets you sample 30 fragrances, while limited-edition collaborations like the Wizz Fizz Original Sherbet collection add a sweet twist. And the best part? Mask Co is proudly Aussie-made, family and pet-friendly and socially conscious, having raised over $74,000 for The Pyjama Foundation through children-designed collections. Let your inner child run wild at Mask Co.
Whether you’re treating yourself, gifting someone special or simply hunting for that little spark of magic for the silly season, these stores are ready to welcome you with open arms… and plenty of style.
Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, 32 Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach Waters
When: Times vary depending on outlet
Website: www.pacificfair.com.au
Instagram: @pacificfair
Words by Lisette Drew
STORY SPONSORED BY PACIFIC FAIR SHOPPING CENTRE
Swipe right on these delicious treats!
If retail therapy is your cardio, then a trip to Pacific Fair simply must include some sort of edible reward to fuel you up for a day of dazzling designer deals. Lucky for us, our favourite GC shopping haunt is choc-a-block (pun intended) with drool-worthy sweet treats. Whether you’re a sucker for sprinkles, bananas for Biscoff, or fanging for froyo, this sugar-loaded lineup will hit you right in the molars (apologies to your dentist).
First up, the TikTok-famous Brooke Bellamy’s Brooki Bakehouse has finally dropped into Pac Fair, and yep – the cookies are just as chunky and gooey as they look online. Baked in Brisbane, delivered daily, and devoured in minutes, think NYC-style cookies, cupcakes, brownies and other utterly irresistible buttery bites. For us, it’s all about the Red Velvet Cookie and we’re also snagging a Brooki apron for a pop of pink and the illusion that we actually know what we’re doing in the kitchen!
Next, it’s time to swirl into YOMG (Yo My Goodness) for a self-serve froyo fantasy – we’re talking handcrafted, creamy, artisan soft serve made with real milk, proper yoghurt, and unique flavour combos that will make even the most discerning sweet tooth drool. Their current showstopper? The Biscoff Ripple with Oreo – a vegan-friendly swirl of caramelised biscuit glory and don’t forget to go your hardest at the toppings bar (no judgement).
Joe’s Deli might look like it specialises in sandwiches (which it does – and they’re the business), but behind the pastrami lies a cheesecake that’ll send your chats into a chokehold. The Two-Tone Hollywood Cheesecake is decadence 101, drizzled in Nutella and topped with brûléed marshmallow. Based on a family recipe, it’s sweet, sentimental and utterly irresistible – like a rom-com in dessert form.
If you prefer your treats with a side of European flair, Gelatissimo is your go-to. These gelato geniuses churn out scrumptious small-batch scoops using traditional techniques and not-so-traditional combos. Mango Tango? Brownie Explosion? Dubai Chocolate? Yes, yes, and absolutely yes. Bonus points for their vegan and dairy-free options, because everyone deserves a scoop of the good stuff.
Feeling like being a little bit healthy while still smashing dessert? Oakberry has you covered. These açaí bowls are antioxidant-rich, fibre-filled, and topped to high heaven with whatever your sweet little heart (or tooth) desires. Perhaps fresh fruit, chia pudding, coconut, or our fave, vegan granola? Oh and PS, did we mention said toppings are unlimited (yes, really), so make this all-you-can-eat buffet of wellness a must next time you’re shopping up a storm.
Want to tuck into the chocolate strawberry cup that broke the internet harder than Kimmy K and ‘very mindful, very demure’ combined? Then you need to experience Choco Drip’s chocolate-covered fruit cups which are almost too pretty to eat (almost). Think glossy strawberries, premium chocolate, crunchy kataifi and Middle Eastern flair with names like Dubai Pistachio Knafeh. It’s luxury in a cup. BYO stretchy pants.
Last but certainly not least, you simply can’t miss the açaí OGs turned dessert icons at Blessed Bowls. The new range is as bold as it is bougee, with their Blessed Dubai Knafeh Cup stealing the show. Think strawberries, Pistachio Papi, milk chocolate, chopped pistachios and their signature knafeh crunch. Want to dip instead? The Strawberry Fondue Cups come with your choice of Nutella, Biscoff, white or milk choc, plus brownie bites and knafeh crunch extras. Amen!
So, consider this your official permission slip to skip lunch, shop hard, and dessert harder at Pac Fair.
What are you waiting for? Make like a cookie and crumble!
Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, 32 Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach Waters
When: Times vary depending on outlet
Website: www.pacificfair.com.au
Instagram: @pacificfair
Words by Bianca Trathen
STORY SPONSORED BY PACIFIC FAIR SHOPPING CENTRE
