Big W has a large selection of items but it can't be said that quality is a factor involved in…read moreselecting this stock. But, can find some bargains here. If you look hard enough.

I'm American, and when I heard that Big W was pretty much the Australian equivalent of Wal*Mart, I…read moredo have to admit I got excited. Now, if you have never been to Wal*Mart, what you need to understand is this - it WILL have EVERYTHING YOU NEED. Food, clothing, furniture... you name it, they got it. With Big W being the supposed Wal*Mart equivalent, I was a bit disappointed by its very limited selection. --- ~ Isn't Big W's entire market strategy based on the fact that they're supposed to be a cheap alternative to other shops? I looked at nail polish that cost the same as Mecca Cosmetica, a much higher quality beauty store. ~ The music and electronics section could use a bit of work as well. They have a lot of obscure things, but nothing big. I wanted to buy Beyonce's new album '4' and it was nowhere to be found... not even out of stock - they just didn't have it plain and simple. Big W isn't a bad store, but I probably would not be coming here to do my shopping. It's small and not as cheap as it would like you to think - what's the point?

I don't really need to tell you this but I get all my underpants from here. That is all that I come…read morehere for although the impulse buy section next to the cash register got my attention just after Easter one year. There were boxes of Cadbury Cream Eggs and I wanted one. Not just one egg but the whole box. That sure was an indulgent couple of hours. You name it, if you can't find it anywhere else you will find it here. The amount of crap they've got here is a joke, I have no idea where they find it all. Always worth a stopover when you're in the area.

It's a bit weird that Dimmey's became such a Victorian icon. I mean, it's basically a Lowes which…read morenever quite made it into national franchising. That said, there is something a little impressive about their lack of artistry. The Richmond store's the physical equivalent of one of those late night ads which are just a guy shouting "doors! doors! doors!". It's tacky, it's cheap, and it's not trying to sell you anything beyond what it's actually charging you for.

*slight adjustment to rating. Had to take it down a star. Paid for a lunch, was served raw scallop…read morepotato and when taken back there was no offer of replacement or reimbursement Just Merry Christmas. Shame. Not the place to eat. Was very pleasantly surprised coming into this store. Thinking it to be just a duplicate of Myers. My main reason to come here was for an iPad. The local apple store was very restricted in what they had available & bad service. Not only was I served promptly but offered a discount on the product I had been looking for elsewhere. Well done. Won my loyalty!! Had a browse through the store and found many things I'd come back for.

its really hard to define my favourite level at DJ's and i really must pay credit to the food hall…read more Not as amazing as DJ's Sydney, but certainly offers the same freshness a quality and wondering through can take up a good chunk of your day. Despite how badly I have succumb to my impulse shopping habits and burnt a whole in my pocket there is alway room for a stroll through the food hall whether it be a to grab an Evia yoghurt with fresh passionfruit & raspberry topping or to pass my new favourite place, a coffee from sensory lab.

Ever wonder what 'TSL' in Bonds TSL stands for? Despite the fact that I buy all my bonds…read morenecessities here, I've never known what it meant. Today however, I felt the need to. And as it is, 'TSL' stands for Tiepermann Stores Limited - a privately owned Australian company that sells Australian iconic brands. Arhh... mystery solved thanks to the well-informed staff at the Prahran store. I absolutely love Bonds TSL mainly because I can get the full range of Bonds here - from hoodies to jumper to yoga pants and the more intimate pieces, this store is a must-visit for all Bonds-addicts. It also carries a good range of the men's Bonds but more importantly, you can get discounts and specials on various items at different times of the year. Bonds TSL also carries a selection of great bedding - from sheets to doonas and pillows plus a selection of bathroom gear to kit your home with. I also love the bargain pyjama sets and selection of Bonds minis for kiddies.

TSL is a great place to go for those clothes that you "need" such as good socks, undies and…read morepajamas. With lots of cheap Bonds clothes as well as good quality bedroom and bathroom products, I always go there when I'm running low on these essential items. TSL is also good (mothers) for when you need to buy socks and underwear for your teenage son, as all the products are simple and cool where it's the "never-fail" option. Take my word for it!

Myer reminds me of Macy's and other department stores in all the best ways…read more At first, I wasn't so sure I wanted to look around because we were leaving the next day and already worried that our bags were a little too heavy. However, we decided to check the place out for fun. I did end up buying some stuff for an outfit I'm trying to make and it did fit in my bag without issue so there's that. This is a massive department store, filled with almost anything you can imagine. I liked the architecture and how organized the store was. There was clear signage to let you know what it on what floor. It's also connected by little walkways to the mall next door as well. The associates I came into contact with were all very friendly and helpful. The plus size section in this place is very large if you are in need of that.

This is the largest shopping mall in Melbourne. The windows were decorated beautifully for the…read moreholidays. We were here Saturday afternoon and it was very crowded. There was a busy tram stop right in front.

There's nothing like stocking up on things at Target. It's vital as a student that i purchase most…read moreof my items here. They are reasonably priced and ready to go straight away. Target on Bourke really does have everything. Clothing mainly downstairs and all your household items upstairs. I came to Target when they were having 20% off electrical appliances, having just moved into a new residence, this was perfect. I bought a Breville toaster and kettle for around $40 each (Stainless Steel), Rice Cooker for $29, and an iron for $35. All very affordable for me and my house mate. The issue that i have with Target is that this store rarely has any jumbo bags (so i was forced to buy those re-usable, eco-friendly bags - which sure is good for the environment) and because the store is local centrally it's hard for those of us without cars to navigate our large items out of the city and on the tram (I ended up just getting a taxi when i bought all my items).

If you're sick of paying upwards of $50 for your basics then head on down to Target. As far as I'm…read moreconcerned this is the place to go for sportswear, plain tees and singlets, tights and socks. If you're looking for something a little more fashion forward, think again. You've come to the wrong place. Target's eponymous women's fashion section leaves little to be desired. While it may try hard to remain on trend, the quality is lacking and the clothes just tend to look tacky. There is far too much embellishment going on here, along with a proliferation of terrible slogans. However, every now and then you'll find a total steal. It seems to me that roughly around once a season the Target designers strike gold and come up with a single amazing item. A few years ago it was the perfect (faux) leather jacket. It was quick to sell out, with people coming from far and wide to the suddenly covetable store. Similarly, last summer I picked up a classic polka dot strapless dress for an unbelievable $20, I get comments on it all the time. But don't get your hopes up. On the whole, it's best to stick to the basics when it comes to shopping at Target.

I love this location. It has great parking, the store itself is huge and everything is well laid…read moreout. I love the clothes here, very affordable. The baby, homewares and cosmetics sections are great.