The Levi's store in Birkenhead Point is an awesome find. Everyone needs jeans, and Levi's are one…read moreof the best brands. This store runs great promotions like buy one pair get the second half price, or free or whatever is going at the time. The range is subject to change obviously being an outlet store but new styles and cuts are always coming in, with old faves like 501's mixing it up with the bumper jeans or curvy jeans or whatever those women's jeans are called. It's not just jeans, Levi's have a whole range of mens and women's clothes. I bought my favourite black jacket from here, and got given some great washing advice by the nice guy running the joint. If you need jeans this place is worth a look before going to Just Jeans or somewhere and buying them full price.

H&M is to the British what Tim Tams are to the Aussies in that everyone loves em. H&M has landed to…read moreAustralia and Macquarie Centre places host. The store isn't as big as the Melbourne one though but still offers two levels. One level is the ladies clothing and the second level is split between kids and men's. They aren't offering homewares like the Melbourne store does. They have some good options for men and the quality is better then what you are going to get for a similar price in the likes of Cotton On. I stocked up on some much needed items to get me through the winter months. Overall the store is a miniature version of what H&M offers and they are due to have a CBD store at the end of 2015 which will be a similar size to the Melbourne GPO store.

So here's the thing: I'm a big ol' H&M fan. A big one. Whenever I go overseas I hoard and pillage,…read moreI drop plastic like it's poison and rack up debt like the housing bubble never happened. Maybe I've just been spoiled by the giant flagship San Fransisco store which has the world's biggest mens section (men: the forgotten sex, who get about 1/10th the fashion women normally do), and there's some pretty schweet new athletic range, but what I really wanted was the experimental range, the avant-garde stuff with long asymmetrical T's, zips in weird places, stretched necks, all that kind of thing. And the nicer suit-y garb, the wool jackets and cream suits and such. But most of it is like a glorified Cotton On, sadly. And where's the big homewares section that Melbourne gets?! It's super cheap though, which is great. I'm holding out for the CBD store. That has to have all the cool stuff, surely.

When I'm overseas, UNIQLO is the shop I turn to for an emergency jumper, shorts or whatever else…read moreI've forgotten to bring or when I'm unprepared for a turn in the weather. It's always affordable but good quality so that I keep it and get memories of my travels each time I pull it on back home. And now it's here in a proper, permanent shop! UNIQLO glows red and white at the end of the new section of Macquarie Centre, drawing many a shopper into its cavernous depths. Seriously, I thought I had gotten to the end of the shop but then turned a corner and bam, more clothes! While the clothes here aren't quite as cheap as if you bought them in Asia or the States, they're still a bargain by Australian standards eg $15 for their custom print tees, $30 for a pair of jeans. Same price for a similar item would get you a significantly inferior product in other shops. I have a feeling that I'll be coming here for more than just emergencies.

Oh what a find today! Now I took a non shopper today and he walked out with two linen shirts that…read morewere $49 each, he was very pleased. Don't you hate it when you go shopping with someone who hates shopping and they look better than you by the end of the trip. I was looking for that light feather down vest for travelling in very cold climates...a bit of o/s travelling at the end of the year ..and Wow found them on special. The sizes were generous and I didn't feel awkward trying on the clothes. The sales assistants were young, pleasant and very helpful. I know I will be back in the near future.

Who doesn't love a bargain?! and who doesn't love H&M or maybe it reminds you of being on holidays…read morein Europe or US? Indeed this is what H&M reminds me of - being on holidays in New York looking for casual clothing because i ran out of clean clothes :P huh! Where the store is located in the brand spanking new section at Macquarie Centre in North Ryde. It is split onto 2 levels. Level 1 is for females and Level 2 is for Mens and kids and homewards i believe. It has only opened recently so be ready to battle the crowds! Arrived there on a Monday at around 12.30pm and it was packed! Where did all these people come from?! Don't they have work or something lol Prices are just as you would expect overseas so you will always be able to pick up some bargains. They also have security guards on both levels - probably to keep the peace in case a fight breaks out among the shoppers....it does happen at boxing day sales....just saying. Anywho great place for a bargain, or if you need a new wardrobe change or perhaps a gift.

H&M have a great range of clothing for the young at heart. Very fashionable items for the smaller…read moreperson. It does lack a range for the fuller person however you never know when you might pick up a bargain. The shop was fairly crowded with the counters cluttered with clothing and items. The change room was a nightmare...don't even bother. There was a line waiting to get in. I just said to the salesman..."look ,..I'm trying these shorts over my skimpy shorts to see if they fit"....he understood and shook his head at the line up. The prices are quite good compared to surrounding shops. I have shopped in H&M in the USA and in Spain and the clothing is similar. I do love the accessories to go with the outfit and often put right beside that special shirt or pair of jeans. So if you are coming to this store..come early or be patient.

For larger women this shop is an absolute boon.Tucked away from the shopping centre, it can be…read moremissed quite easily. Once found however, it will never be lost. They sell clothes for women size 16 to 24. Modern fashions for young and old, they don't discriminate they have fashion for all ages. I went in with my niece to find something for a barbecue. My niece is a size 18 and she has also just had a baby. The lady in the shop was very good, showing her everything she thought was suitable. Those few extra pounds didn't matter at all, she was more worried about getting the style right. My niece had never been there before, I hadn't becuase I am quite a bit smaller than my niece (everybody seems bigger than me at 152 cms). However, my niece will go back because of the rapport with the woman. My niece is quite shy because of her size, she's the largest female in the family. However, this time she bought an outfit and came out happy and isn't that what it's all about?

As a New Yorker, I'm blown away by how awesome the styles and quality of clothing this JayJays…read morealways seems to have on stock. And for reasonable prices too! The staff is always helpful and kind without being overbearing, and it's much cleaner than the other JayJays I've been to. It was my second time in 2 years being at this particular JayJays, and yet again I found 2 items of clothing that I'd be looking for for years (plus a 3rd that I'd been looking for, for even longer!). 2 years ago I found 2 leggings that another JayJays had in different sizes but we called up this location and they had my size in stock! This time around, I'd been looking for a warm denim vest-styled jacket with cloth-material for the sleeves, as well as black high-waisted jeans that would actually feel comfortable and fit me properly. I've wanted them for at least 4 years, and I'd checked every H&M, NY&Co, Macy's, Sears, Gap, Forever 21, Seal, you name it. I'd even checked several shops in Australia but found no luck. Not only did I find both of those items, but I also found yet another pair of jeans that I'd only recently discovered I fancied. Boyfriend jeans that roll up at the bottom! I do wish they didn't have rips in them (I am aware that is the intentional style), but nevertheless they are another pair of jeans that are comfortable and fit me just right! Jeans and jackets have always been difficult for me to find to the point that I opted for hoodies and leggings for most of my life. I will happily be going to this JayJays whenever I'm on the lookout for certain items of clothing!

This location's gone through a few incarnations in recent years, I hope this one's here to stay…read more Was met by a lovely smile as I went in and browsed through the range of well-designed, terribly wearable clothes from labels like Vigorella and Mesop. A lot of the clothes were lovely cotton, and all of the type where you want to look stylish but feel like you're wearing your pj's all day. All good. Constrictive fashion's for the very young who don't yet know better. There's a bunch of cute jewellery too, some handbags and accessories. Prices aren't as expensive as I've seen some places sell these brands at, and service was great. Comfort's the new black, I say.

I can't find enough nice things to say about this shop. I was met by a genuinely helpful and…read morefriendly staffer, who helped me out with some items that were truly lovely. I am particularly happy with the two items I bought, both at more than reasonable prices, and would definitely shop there again!