Dapper Mr Bear in Residence at The Crossing
Event Details:
- When: Saturday 14 November – Sunday 22 November 2026
- Hours: Daily, 10am – 5pm
- Where: Ground Floor, The Crossing, opposite FreshChoice City Market
A beautiful little world, here for nine days only.
This November, online children’s store Dapper Mr Bear is taking up residence at The Crossing. For nine days, across two weekends and the week in between, the Dapper team is bringing their children’s universe to life in a temporary showroom in the heart of Christchurch.
It’s a rare chance to experience Dapper Mr Bear in person. You can see the colours, feel the fabrics and discover the beautiful brands that make up the Dapper world, all under one roof.
Where design meets everyday childhood
Dapper brings a fashion eye to childhood, with clothing, toys, interiors and gifts chosen to sit beautifully together. Step inside and you’ll find a space that feels warm, playful and tactile, with timber tables, simple fixtures and plenty of room for individual pieces to be discovered.
Expect natural styling and a celebration of colour, print and texture, from favourite outfits and treasured toys to nursery pieces and meaningful gifts. With Christmas just around the corner, it’s the perfect place to find something special for the little ones in your life.
The In Residence edit features a curated selection of the brands and pieces available at Dapper Mr Bear, so some collections will remain online only.
A small family business with a big heart
Founded in 2015, Dapper Mr Bear is a New Zealand owned store bringing together beautiful children’s pieces from around the world.
Late in 2025, Olivia and Sam became its proud owners, growing the business while raising their two boys, August and Rupert. Olivia studied Fashion Design and spent many years in the fashion industry, first in womenswear here in New Zealand and later as a garment technologist in London. That background shows in the collection, with a real appreciation for thoughtful design, quality construction and beautiful fabrics.
While they love pieces that feel classic and timeless, Olivia and Sam believe childhood should be playful, expressive and full of imagination. Every item is chosen with that balance in mind: pieces designed to be worn, loved and passed on.
Visit Before It’s Gone
Dapper Mr Bear in Residence is at The Crossing from Saturday 14 November until Sunday 22 November, so be sure to pop in and say hello before they head back online.
You’ll find the showroom on the Ground Floor, opposite FreshChoice City Market.
We look forward to seeing you at The Crossing!
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Dapper Mr Bear in Residence on? Saturday 14 November to Sunday 22 November 2026, open daily from 10am to 5pm.
- Where can I find it? On the Ground Floor at The Crossing, opposite FreshChoice City Market.
- What will be available? A curated selection of children’s clothing, toys, interiors and gifts from the brands Dapper Mr Bear stocks.
- Will the full online range be in store? Not quite. Some collections will remain available online only at dappermrbear.com.
- Is it open over the weekends? Yes! The showroom is open across both weekends, 14–15 and 21–22 November.