Tucked away behind the business of Rundle Street, Midwest Trader is a real hidden gem. Since its…read moreestablishment in 1992 by owners Jad and Kate, the store has become a specialist in alternative and vintage fashion. With regular imports directly from the USA and UK, Midwest Trader has a lot on offer - ranging from classic varsity jackets and rockabilly styles to punk t-shirts and alternative accessories. Their large range of imported hair pomades is an added bonus to complete that blast-from-the-past look. The friendly staff and quirky décor will make your shopping experience an absolute delight, setting it apart from the clinical manner of other designer stores. You're guaranteed not to leave empty-handed!

Old americana is the best way to describe this popular alternative store. Stocking men's and…read morewomen's clothing and accessories, Midwest Trader is the go to store for exclusive grunge, scene, metal, rockabilly and pinup styled clothing. Stock is mostly imported from America and the UK, with popular brands such as Wheels & Dollbaby, Dickies, Black Market, Vans, Macbeth and so on. Be prepared to have the dollars out and ready because this stuff is not cheap. I remember looking at a basic Wheels & Dollbaby cardigan once and seeing three digits, I think I freaked out and left the store. This place is great for a look around, with lots of pinup wear to entice the girls, and band t-shirts, caps and varsity jackets for the boys. The workers are helpful and friendly, and usually covered in amazing tattoos.

Attitudes boutique has been in Glenelg for sometime now and has a very loyal following. The staff…read moreare professional and friendly. It stocks a lot of brands such as Mink Pink and Ladakh. The clothing is fairly diverse and caters for a range of budgets. You can buy a casual outfit right through to a dress for formal. They often have a sales rack out the front to attract customers inside but don't forget to look down the back near the change rooms as there is usually another sales rack hidden there. They also have a good selection of accessories to complete your outfit.

Attitudes has broken my friend's heart several times. She keeps finding dresses in here that she…read moreLOVES but then can't justify the cost of them. I desperately wish she'd just find something on the sales rack, or stop dragging us in here! The shop has a large selection of styles, from very casual beach wear up to formal dresses. Their range is quite eclectic, and changes often. When this place is busy, it's a little overwhelming. There are women speaking loudly from all angles, and the shop assistants are very flamboyant, which can be quite fun. I often try to sneak in here for a quiet browse, but if it's busy I don't bother. Though, the sales racks are always worth a look, even if you have to elbow your way in to see them.

Having called in to this shop a few times over the years, being enticed in by the sale items out…read morethe front, it is an interesting outlet. it has an unusual collection of shoes for all the family. Having said that, it sounds pretty bad, however it is worth dropping by if you have some time to spare as there is the occasional pair of really good shoes at quite a good price. It isn't consistent by any means in price or style but that's what makes it a little bit interesting. They sell men's shoes as well, predominantly Slatters and are a stockist of Skechers if that is your thing. They also have a selection of handbags and other accessories catering more for the more mature woman.

When my child was younger and could fit into the limit of size five, Ollie Ashenden was my first…read moreport of call, as he also had difficult feet to fit. This store is a godsend when it comes to getting the correct fit for your child's feet and no it's not cheap but there is a sales table usually out the front. It has been a family owned business for over 35 years in North Adelaide, so people know they can trust the staff to do a proper fit, ensuring your purchase is the right one. I've always found there is no problem for staff to go and get an armfull of boxes out from the back room for my child and I to try several different brands and she which suits and fits. They stock alot of Clarks and Grosby brands and also shoes and sandals which can accommodate orthopedic inserts. Plus fun stuff too like sneakers and thongs such as Dunlop, Crocs, Havaianas and other more exotic brands I've never heard of before. They come in various do ups like velcro, buckle, lace or slip on they've got them all. Definitely worth a trip out to North Adelaide.

I am always happy with both the service and the shoes we purchase from Ollie Ashenden. Initially I…read morehad to shop here because my son has such wide feet, but after experiencing their excellent range of quality shoes, there was no looking back. I recommend them without hesitation.

This store was recommended by the team at the original R M Williams store in Prospect to deal with…read moremy Stockman boots that they themselves could no longer repair. What a great recommendation it turned out to be! The cobblers did an outstanding job replacing the sole and heel, effectively adding another good few years of comfortable work wear out of a very reliable pair of legendary boots. In closing, I'd certainly encourage anyone with footwear needing repair to seek out the Ideal Shoe Store team. They will not disappoint. Moreover, their rates are very reasonable

I bought my Milleni leather messenger bag from here I'd say about seven years ago and I still wear…read moreit everyday. It was the best price I could find at the time and having worked down the road it was a eureka moment when I found it was there in store. Ideal Shoe Repair performs a great service to the local residents, workers and passers by as they cut keys and repair leather goods and the prices are reasonable. Besides selling hand bags they also sell lugguage and accesories like belts, shoe laces, shoe inserts and scraves plus jewellery and umbrellas. Being a dealer in leather they also sell leather protection such as polish, sprays and sealants for leather and suede, even motor bike accesories. Service is fast and friendly and keys are cut on the spot unless there's a few to do and depending on their work load, but overall a great long standing shop which has recently seen a facelift.

Trend setter kids rejoice as this is a haven for trend setter parents with cash or card to fully…read moreclothe the fashion conscious kid/s. It has a large range of clothes for boys and girls sizing from 0000 to about 12 years of age. A vast assortment of styles and colours to choose from and well made with several kids name brands meaning they're expensive. However, there are sales racks of clothes from time to time. Clothes to suit any occasion from casual to formal and the girls always win hands down when it comes to fashion. Boys are stuck in limbo making do with either formal or informal with not much inbetween. But it is a good store to visit for a special item purchase for a special event.

I use to avoid this shop at all costs because I thought it was all cheapy looking clothes and Face…read moreOff jeans, but I recently had to buy some new black pants for work so I came here. I noticed the clothing wasn't too bad and the prices were OK too. I bought a top from here for New Years and got a few comments on it. When I told them where I got it they were surprised. Not everything in here is great though so you've got to look around a bit, and the good stuff sells quickly. There is also a lot of rip off designs of other well known labels. But who's gonna know! The service is average, and he looks at you as you're walking around but nothing too bad. I'd recommend this shop to teenagers through to mid twenty year olds.

I was first drawn to this shop because of the eight manequines in the window and its brightness…read more They were all dressed in cute skirts and dresses (very girly). I walked in and soon realised that most items were one-off pieces, even better I thought! There were cute, pretty earrings and other accessories which caught my eye. Looking around at the price tags shorts and skirts were around $40-$60 (not too bad), and dresses were around $100. The clothing sold here is for young women who like bright, dressy-casual pieces. If you are looking for a warm welcome and some assistance, you might struggle; the shop assistant looked at me twice and didn't smile or say hello. The shop could also use some music to add a bit of atmosphere. Although I have given this shop a 4/5, I would give the service about a 2/5.

I had quite a different experience to Jessica in relation to customer service. I found that the…read moreyoung shop assistant was very friendly, she immediately greeted me when I walked in and asked me after an appropriate amount of time if I needed any help. The shop window looks fairly nice and the overall of the store itself makes you think they sell cute but decent dresses, skirts and shirts. This is only partly true because a lot of the items are actually quite extravagant and very colourful. I didn't really find anything in there that stood out but saw a few nice dresses. Most clothes come in one size only and you'll find a lot of going-out dresses, not much that is very daytime-oriented or casual. Good for a browse though, and with most items ranging from $20-$100 it's reasonably priced.