Allow me to be very specific here. Unless you have some cash to spend, leave all credit cards,…read morewallets and anything you can hock at home. If you venture into Christine (which in itself may be a little difficult, it is quite literally underground and notoriously hard to find) you will struggle to leave empty handed. Christine is the boutique embodiment of the idea that is Aladdin's Cave, for once you have decended those stairs and witness the delights within, you'll have a hard time leaving. Christine stocks all manner of shoes, jewels, handbags, scarves, scents, hats and anything else in the accessory category. Most of all, the owner (I'll let you guess what her name may be) really knows her stuff. She can recognise the label and season of almost any bag with just a glance and has an impressively detailed inventory of the store swimming around in her head. Bottom line: visit at your own peril. You may never leave and if you do, it certainly won't be empty handed.

We had so much fun at Christine's shop! We met Christine herself, and what a treasure! We tried on…read morehats and jewelry and clothes and shoes and handbags and... and... From the moment you walk in the red door onto the red plaid carpet until the moment you leave with a red bag in tow, the staff treats you like gold. Very enjoyable, decadent shopping experience.

Influenced heavily by the beauty and glamour of vintage accessories, Scally & Trombone flogs…read moregorgeous accessories for ladies who want something a little different, slightly eccentric and cerebral, and definitely fun. You'll want to spend a long time in this tiny shop filled with gems that will complete any outfit. You'll find jewellery, hats, gloves, 50s inspired swimwear, scarves, stockings and tights, gift cards and much more. The girls in here are lovely and seem to genuinely enjoy discussing the wares and helping you find the perfect earrings for your new dress or whatever it is your heart desires.

This is a beautiful little store where fun is the name of the game…read more Scally and Trombone is only a small store but it makes up for space with unique and original hats, jewellery, swimsuits and luggage. Its the perfect destination for a special event, a lazy day of window-shopping, or choosing a unique gift. Expect warm and friendly service, great advice about fashion and the products and a lot of fun. All the staff are delightful and very indulgent when it comes to numerous customers trying on different hats, and staring at the jewellery collection. My love affair with Scally and Trombone first started back in year 11. I was buying jewellery for my formal and my mother and I stumbled across this little gem. We walked out with a bold silver collar and simple drop earrings, after having spent hours agonizing over our choices. Throughout the painful process the sales assistants were wonderful, offering great advice in regards to different pieces, as well as colour combinations to match my dress. Since then I always swing past if I'm on Brunswick Street. Their large range of elegant hats, fun jewellery designs and pleasant service make it a winner.

Thera's Bridal is hidden away on a main street in Traralgon which is a 1.5 hour drive from…read moreMelbourne. Being a bridesmaid for my friend, we had searched for this one particular dress however no stores in VIC had it EXCEPT for Thera's! When I called up the service was really friendly and you didn't need to book a session. We drove up nice and early on a Saturday as they are open from 10-1pm. When we got there several girls were trying on deb dresses and the shop attendants were pre-occupied so we started looking through the dresses and picked a few out for the bride to try on. When we were ready, the store clerk came and popped us in a nice change room and helped pin the dresses and accessorize! The shop is lovely and they have a good selection of dresses and the other side of the store even has normal everyday clothes! The clerk was very helpful and though my friend didn't go for the dress she originally wanted, she did find her dream dress at Thera's.

Sartorially, I err on the side of gothism, so when I wear anything even close to verging on the…read morecolour spectrum my boyfriend has a tendency to decry me for looking 'like an Australian girl'. Heaven knows what he'd call me if I patronised Colette Accessories more often, a costume jewellery and accessories emporium with such a palpably Australian aesthetic its shop girls might as well swaddle themselves in the Australian flag. Giant diamante earrings, huge studded cuffs and animal prints abound in Colette's tiny little ground floor Melbourne Central store. A shop that may look pricey from the outside but with jewellery and accessories so well priced it gives Target a run for its money. Visiting this Melbourne Central store is kind of like hanging out at a particularly glitzy nightclub. But with row upon row of bedazzling jewellery instead of drunkards; and handbags galore rather than handbags at dawn. I particularly like Colette's huge chandelier earrings - at $8 - 12 a pop - and its giant statement necklaces that are a genuine steal at around $10. If you love costume jewellery you need to visit Colette for a gander.

Collette seems to have followed in the footsteps of Lovisa and Diva, both of which preceded this…read morechain store in offering on-trend jewellery that won't break the bank (think less than $20 for every piece of jewellery). Collette differs from its predecessors in that it also stocks a range of bags, wallets and clutches. Despite my love of all things cheap and sparkly, I haven't really fallen in love with Collette. I find it just looks a little cheap and I can't bring myself to purchase a synthetic bag. That said if you are on the hunt for inexpensive accessories this is a good bet. This store has a really huge range and the staff are generally friendly and helpful.

Bing in Knox City Shopping Centre looks tacky from the outside but there are some really nice…read morethings to find once you venture in. The shop is filled with great accessories like: - bags - wallets - bracelets - necklaces - rings - earrings - stretchers and belly rings There is a range in both silver and gold (both fake) although you won't find equivalent pieces. The silver range is totally different to the gold range and the gold range is also a lot smaller. I found a great ring for $29.99 that was handmade and decorate with little sequins and diamontes. It was really cute but I had to leave it behind. Service here varies. Sometimes you are welcomed within moments and chaperoned around the store while others you are ignored - it is never the same.

A little store with a big heart is how I would describe Jolie & Deen on Chapel Street. It's not…read morehigh fashion or designer chic -just a store full of gorgeous fashion and accessories. I love the wide collection of necklaces- from chunky to sweet to sassy and cute. Check out the animal inspired pieces with cheeky birds in birdcages, owls in trees and other furry friends - in sleek silver and other metals. Fashion wise, Jolie & Deen offer a wide range of feminine dresses, short cropped jackets, versatile neutrals and mix this up with cheeky prints so it's never boring. Edgy and a little bit quirky, the feminine pieces encourage you to mix and match and not fall into just one style of fashion. Perfect for the experimental fashion lover. The only thing I don't like is that some pieces are made a little smaller than the average Australian store so I sometimes find something I love but can't wear!

Its all about the Jewellery here! They have the most elegant small gold and silver necklaces and…read morebrackets that are just perfect for everyday wear. A great place to go for a cute thoughtful present. None of the pieces are over the top statement jewellery but they still make everyone say OMG where did you get that? Im a big fan!

Wasn't Lolitta a tempting seductress, who's charm nobody could escape? If so, the shop is identical…read moreto its namesake. I can rarely afford to shop the top labels and when I can the older I get, the less I can justify it. Lolitta can be defined as a store that offers the same, stylish, quality designs you'll find at Myer for about half the price. I haven't seen a piece I've loved for over $90, which for quality fashion is very hard to find. Fabrics and colours are just beautiful, and as I'm a bit of a hippy I love the spring collection of bohemian yet pretty and feminine looks. I just wish I had of stumbled across it prior to the Cox Plate. Tip: Check out the Yanni dress in store now, I love it and have it sitting prime position in my wardrobe :)

Very unique styles, patterns of clothing. I looked all over melbourne for something to wear to a…read morewedding, walked in here and found something on sale within 5 minutes. The sales consultant, Annie was extremely helpful and polite.

Friends of Couture is definitely a friend of mine. In fact, this is one of my favourite places to…read moreshop. From great quality cardigans that won't lose their shape, to quirky dresses to fashion-forward tops and bottoms with the cutest prints. This is one store that doesn't shy away from prints. In fact, Friends of Couture seems to thrive on prints. If you're serious about dots, stripes, hearts, bows, checks, horses, owls, bears, moose, deer and cats, you'll love the stuff here. If you hate these prints - go elsewhere! Serious, monochromatic-addicts will hate it here. I love the quirky patterns, vintage inspired buys and spin-offs on classic prints that this shop does so well. Plus, it carries a good selection of handbags and accessories to complete your outfit with. Always make sure to check the back racks for sale products. Very often you'll find that perfect dress, scarf or cardi just waiting to be brought home by you.