Looking to expand your shopping horizons beyond Australian shores? You’re not alone. Thousands of savvy Aussies are discovering better prices, wider selections, and exclusive items from global brands that simply aren’t available locally. In this guide, we reveal the 10 most popular overseas brands Australians love, plus how to buy them using Buy&Ship’s proxy shopping service.
🌍 Why Australians Are Shopping Overseas
- Price differences: Major savings when shopping directly from Japan, the US, UK, or Korea.
- Exclusive collections: Limited-edition releases not stocked in AU.
- More variety: Broader sizing, colour options, and styles.
- Proxy shopping solves shipping issues: Buy from international websites that don’t ship to Australia.
💼 Top 10 Overseas Brands Aussies Love
1. UNIQLO (Japan)
Affordable, functional fashion. Japanese site often releases collections earlier than AU.
- Popular for: HEATTECH, AIRism, anime collabs
- Where to buy: https://www.uniqlo.com/jp
2. Muji (Japan)
Minimalist lifestyle and homeware goods, with many Japan-only product lines.
- Popular for: Storage boxes, notebooks, skincare
3. Apple (US & Japan)
US Apple Store pricing is often significantly cheaper than AU.
- Tip: Buy unlocked models compatible with AU networks
4. Nike (US & Japan)
Exclusive sneakers and SNKRS drops are often geo-restricted.
- Popular for: Jordan releases, collabs
5. Adidas (UK, US)
Better access to limited drops, outlet pricing.
- Tip: US store often runs online exclusives not in AU
6. Hot Toys (Hong Kong)
Collectors worldwide seek their premium figures.
- Official store: https://www.hottoys.com.hk
- Must-buy: Marvel, Star Wars, anime lines
7. Pokémon Center (Japan)
Home to exclusive TCG, plushies, and anime merchandise.
- Japan-only drops never reach AU retail
8. Olive Young (Korea)
The go-to Korean beauty platform.
- Popular for: Laneige, Sulwhasoo, Beauty of Joseon
9. Marks & Spencer (UK)
Classic UK fashion and food staples with international appeal.
10. SSENSE (Canada)
Designer streetwear and fashion. Sales often cheaper than AU equivalents.
- Brands: Comme des Garçons, Maison Margiela, Fear of God
🚚 How to Ship Overseas Brands to Australia with Buy&Ship
Step 1: Create Your Account
Sign up for free at https://au.buynship.com and get access to 10 global warehouse addresses.
Step 2: Shop Your Favourite Overseas Stores
Use your assigned country-specific address (e.g. Japan for UNIQLO) at checkout. Or submit a proxy shopping request for stores that require local cards/phones.
Step 3: Declare Your Packages
Once your parcel arrives at Buy&Ship’s overseas warehouse, declare the item in your account.
Step 4: Consolidate & Ship to Australia
Bundle multiple parcels and ship home to Australia with a flat, transparent pricing model:
- First 2 lbs: AUD 28
- Each additional lb: AUD 12
🤔 What If the Site Doesn’t Accept Aussie Cards?
Many Japanese or Korean stores require local payment methods. No problem — use Buy&Ship’s proxy shopping service and we’ll handle the local checkout on your behalf.
🚫 What You Can’t Ship
- Restricted items include flammables, perishables, lithium batteries, etc.
- Full list: Shipping Restrictions
🎁 Real Aussie Shoppers Share Their Wins
“Got a pair of SNKRS-exclusive Jordans from Japan using Buy&Ship. Cheaper and faster than local resellers.”
“Shipped Muji storage and Uniqlo AIRism in one go. I saved over AUD 60 in total.”
“Proxy-ordered Apple iPhone from the US. It arrived in under two weeks.”
🚀 Final Tips for Overseas Shopping Success
- Check sizing charts (especially for shoes and apparel)
- Always declare parcels correctly to avoid tax issues
- Combine parcels to reduce per-item shipping costs
- Watch for restocks or drop alerts via store email/newsletters
🏡 Shop Global Brands, Delivered to Your Door
Don’t limit your options to what’s on Aussie shelves. With Buy&Ship Australia, you can shop Nike in the US, Muji in Japan, or K-beauty in Korea — all with a few clicks and transparent shipping rates.
Start building your global cart today at https://au.buynship.com