After taking over the business from Vanessa, Lakshmi has continued to maintain the uniqueness of the store. Customers often see Magnolia as a sanctuary to “take a break” from the everyday stuff, to enjoy the beauty and smells surrounding them. They are always welcomed with a friendly smile and they often love to share “titbits” about their life or day with us. Our customers include people who are discovering the shop for the first time and those who make sure to visit every time they are in Wellington.

Our goal is to sell sustainable, tasteful, quirky yet classy products with a wide product range where everyone is able to find something they love. I enjoy learning about where the things we sell come from and what makes them unique, and I believe that when we are passionate about the origins of the things we sell, it is easy to maintain quality.