This cotton on is HUGE…read more My jaw dropped when I first saw it and it hit the floor when I walked in. you may not be aware but Rubi Shoes is a division of cotton on, so one section of this store is dedicated to shoes. Another section is dedicated to accessories and there are wall to wall clothes catering to guys, gals and kids for your browsing pleasure. If I'm in shopping mode, I can spend a good hour in here, happily sifting through shoes and pretty dresses while contemplating if buying another pair of wedge heels really is a bit obnoxious. The guys section is nearly as big as the girls, so your partner doesn't have to stand there awkwardly while you revel in the good feeling that is accessories, and he wont come back for a while (hopefully). I guarantee you wont leave here without a new something or other, so if you are trying to curb your spending, don't even walk past because the colourful television set display is the first thing you wont say no to.

Make sure you keep any children on a tight leash in here otherwise you may never find them again…read more My daughter and I popped in for a quick browse and ended up sucked into this time warp, only to come out one hour later. Like Elissa says this store is massive and has everything from your usual fashion items to shoes, pyjamas underwear and even swimwear and caters for the whole family. It is a great place to shop for you basic items like singlets and shorts. Most of the cotton dresses are very prone to creasing so you are better off buying something with a bit of lycra in it. If you are buying dresses I suggest the more T shirt style that you can just throw over a pair of bathers in summer. Their pyjamas are really good and the quality is there. We came away with some great summer pyjamas and a cute swing singlet. Considering the store is huge and the range is definitely on the cheaper side, they have done a really good fit out that doesn't feel cheap unlike some of the other competitors in the market.

First impressions left little hope for redemption but I decided to give it a quick browse anyway…read more Just in case. Now the store itself was messy and confusing. It is also quite small in size, but that's ok. I must admit I found the lack of service strange. The store was small and so we were constantly in each other's faces, and I wasn't even given any eye contact. In terms of apparel, there was nothing too flash in here, although you could probably do better in the mens department over the women's. I do however quite like Calvin Klein underwear, that sort of thing is a classic.

Top service, especially on a busy sale day. Great all around. Very happy with my new bag and…read moreunderwear!

This Lorna Jane isn't specifically an outlet, however it is quite different from usual Lorna Jane…read moreshops - it's less girly, and has a different range of clothing. There isn't so much underwear as in usual stores, and a lot more of the last season's stock on special, so it essentially functions as an outlet store. There are some great deals to be had on running shorts and other specific apparel, like some triathlon gear. You can get 10% all the time if you're a Harbour Town VIP (which is free to sign up for, you'll probably just have to put up with some advertising for it). The shop assistants in here are very fun, helpful and energetic. They give the store a good vibe and are great to chat to. This is definitely one of my favourite Lorna Janes.

This Lorna Jane store definitely doesn't feel as girly as the others, just like Jo said. I actually…read morequite like that about this store. I'm not a very 'girly' girl so to speak and some of the other Lorna Jane stores make me want to keep on walking by. There's quite a wide range of stock up for grabs at decent prices, especially the stock from last season. The service has always been top notch, the staff really fit the part of working at a sports store. As far as sport stores go Lorna Jane is one of the best, and this store at Harbour Town is no different. It's worth visiting, at least for the bargains.

General Pants is where I generally start off my shopping adventures within the city. They stock a…read moregreat range of "hipster" clothing. Yes I went there, and I said it. All the things we stereotype about hipsters' fashion sense, they stock. But I suppose, stereotypically, they are a fashionable bunch. The store is split between two storeys. Women's on the ground floor, men's upstairs. Now as far as I'm aware, I am a male, so I have not seen too much of the bottom floor. A mysterious and eerie place it is. I often head right upstairs to the men's area. At the back of the top floor is the shoes and gifts section. They have some pretty interesting gift items. Novelties and books that I have not seen elsewhere in Adelaide. I could quite easily walk into this store and spend thousands, unfortunately at this stage in my life I doubt I'll have that much in excess funds.

Yes, yes, yes it's a hipster clothing store. But whatever, it stocks some nice clothing and in…read moreAustralia you gotta just run with that (Madewell, j crew and just like everyone else - please head the globalisation call k thanks). I just really like the sales assistants; sometimes I admit I don't want help and for them to just go away. But when you do need help they are just super helpful! and so friendly - so mega props. Plus I bought the FLUFFIEST jumper from there, it's like wearing a kitten. But, like, a kitten didn't die. So all good.

I often drop into the Magdalene Bargain Centre on my way down Carrington Street... I just can't…read moreresist hunting for treasure at any opportunity. This is the cheapest op shop I've come across in the city. It's not a huge place but they do have a small selection of books, vinyl and bric a brac. The assistants must be volunteers and I always find them great value I can't help but strike up a convo for shits n' giggles. Sometimes you'll find brand names here in good nic, but this is more a hunt and hope kinda place, although plenty of nineties gold is to be found relatively easily. A lot people use clothes coupons here so there may be some interesting banter between the fellow customers too!

This shop rocks in so many ways and I suspect many would shop here for their prom night, 21st…read morebirthday, cocktail parties and just flirty summer parties in the park. My first instinct was it catered for those in the ever so petite size but was happy to find some pieces ranging till size 14, which will appeal to everyone. The store had a 50%-70% sale during my visit, so I happily picked up a summer dress for a bargain. YAY for me! I spotted a tutu skirt (hello Lady Gaga!), funky t-shirts, silk blouses and gorgeous summer dresses to sample this summer. At the adjoining store lies Night Child, with racks of golden and silver embellished cocktail dresses and gowns, truly a girl's oasis. It's a perfect shop to make every girl look and feel beautiful!

Do you like young, funky, cutting edge fashion? If so you can't go past Wild Child Stylelab on King…read moreWilliam Road at Hyde Park. The store itself is possibly one of Hyde Park's most significant style icons and has been in its famed corner position since 1991. Wild Child is full to brimming with the most up to date and latest fashion items. Brands you'll find at there include Bettina Liano, Cooper St, Diesel, Anouk, Ladakh and Wheels and Dollbaby. While much of their range looks best on 16 year olds with zero percent body fat, many of their pieces can still look good on the rest of us mere mortals ie the older stylish woman. Just remember a mini skirt on a woman of a certain age can look downright tacky and there is such a thing as mutton dressed up as lamb. Does anyone remember the scene from Sex and the City II when Samantha turned up in the same dress as Miley Cyrus? The solution to this is to take advice from the stylists as Wild Child, they're generally pretty honest about what suits and what doesn't. Along with dresses, skirts, jeans, and tops you'll find shoes and accessories at Wild Child as well. If you stop by for a browse or a shop, remember to take your credit card and when you're done head for one of King William Road's famous cafes or eateries.

Henry Bucks is a truly boutique mens shopping outlet. The brand is an established Australian…read moresuccess story, and the gear is expensive but very high quality. The North Terrace store has the distinct feel of a clubhouse. The pine timber fixings and layout convey a feeling of luxury, membership and importance when you walk in. I feel like lighting up a fat cigar and discussing my stock portfolio whenever I stumble by. The style is distinctly classy. Clothes you would wear on the yacht, in the boardroom or to an important interview. Henry Bucks has its own brand but sells aside other big names like Gant and Hugo Boss. Other accessories, like watches, leather goods and personal grooming supplies are available too. I recommend Henry Bucks to anyone with some extra cash to splash on themselves or a loved one.

Henry Bucks sells clothes. Or, at least, it stocks clothes. Whether or not it sells any clothes,…read morehowever, I've no idea. Wait, no; that's a lie. I saw a purchase take place whilst I was in the store. But the purchase was not made by me. Why? I'm more a type for buying gear cheap, shredding it, and buying new, cheap gear. The stuff here looks very nice (but it's nothing I couldn't luck out with at an op-shop), and I'm sure it'll last me a while, but, like I said, I'm not too concerned with that sort of thing. The staff were nice and unobtrusive.

Realstore is one of Rundle Street's premier retailers for urban and street clothing. The store…read moreoffers a variety of brands, some of them large labels and some less well-known, and in particular has a great selection of jeans and footwear. The shop stocks a lot of tees and hoodies that would appeal to the streetwear enthusiast, such as Obey and Wesc. Their jeans rack is also worth looking at with brands like Wrangler and Lee. Perhaps most impressive is their shoe collection that occupies the wall on the left-hand side of the entrance, where you'll find a lot of limited and collector's editions. The guys operating the store know their stuff too, and they're more than happy to let you know about the details of a particular product and the materials that the brands use. In general, they're great guys, even just to have a casual chat to. Space can be an issue in this store, as it's essentially one long, narrow strip of property. You might find yourself having to squeeze passed other customers or waiting for someone else to finish looking through a rack before you can - but in the bigger scheme of things this isn't really a problem. If you're claustrophobic, however, I'd steer clear.

Grab your ironic print tee, wayfarers and brown leather boat shoes, because we're going shopping at…read moreRealstore. Realstore caters to what some would describe as the modern gentleman. The clothes are natty and sharp while retaining a distinct street vibe to them. This is a good place to find smart civilian get up essentially. The prices reflect the quality of the clothes, as most everything in Realstore has been selected specifically to fit their catalogue and image. They also stock a lot of trendy accessories, like wallets, watches and sunglasses from niche brands. I've been to Realstore a few times when I've been searching for new duds and found the place a pleasant one to shop in. The staff come off a little snooty when it comes to talking about the clothes, but that just shows you they're passionate about what they sell.