Passion for Paper

A celebration of beautiful stationery, thoughtful gifting and the enduring art of putting pen to paper, Passion for Paper is one of Parnell's most charming speciality stores.

Established in 1996 by founder Kim Helas, Passion for Paper was New Zealand's first fine stationery store, inspired by the exquisite paper shops of Italy. Today, its beautiful boutique, housed in a historic 1880s building on Parnell Road, offers a carefully curated collection of exceptional stationery, paper goods and gifts sourced from around the world.

Discover luxurious Italian wrapping papers, elegant notebooks, beautiful writing papers, fine pens and distinctive desk accessories, alongside the store's own collection of bespoke greeting cards, printed on Italian deckle-edged paper and individually hand-finished.

For weddings and special occasions, Passion for Paper is a treasure trove of thoughtful details, from beautiful cards for heartfelt thank-you notes and elegant gift wrapping to memorable presents for newlyweds, wedding parties and loved ones.

The collection also includes exquisite fragrances and beauty products from historic Florentine house Santa Maria Novella, bringing another layer of Italian heritage and craftsmanship to this much-loved Parnell destination.

Passion for Paper is a reminder that the most meaningful gestures are often the simplest, especially when beautifully considered.