Best service , knowledgeable, very good customer service, very accommodating ,…read moreFriendly . We enjoyed our shopping experience at LV, Australia

We were told when walking up the door that they would be closing in 20 minutes and that no sales…read moreassociate would have time to help us. We said was it okay to walk around and if we knew exactly what we wanted could we just pay for it. The sales associate who was at the door looked us and down and said no they would not have time. It was so upsetting to be racially profiled as a black woman yet again but this time my daughter got to witness the disrespect her mother was experiencing. My daughter was so angry and told me just go get your tote mom and don't allow the sales associate to stop you from treating yourself. I explained to my daughter it was the principle of it all to me and that the Louis Vuitton Australia store did not deserve my money because they obviously did not want or think I was a viable sale. I have purchase 4 bags from Hawaii to California to Oregon, but I guess being black in Australia I was not deemed fit to be served. Louis Vuitton do better!

Racing to the bank on a quick trip to the CBD, my speedy approach was slowed to a grinding halt as…read moreI breezed past Hill & Dale. Their shopfront window was filled with adorable socks declaring "Socks in the City" (heh) and I couldn't resist a peek inside. Immediately sending a snap to a friend with an enviable cute-sock collection, this is going on my list of places to shop for nice gifts. Inside, the shop is filled with giftable items such as scarves, jewellery, socks etc, along with a range of bright and colourful clothing. It's the kind of shop that would serve well any women in her late 20s or over, pretty sure I could cover anyone from my best friend to my Mum or even Nan in this store.

This cute, little shop makes me so happy…read more So happy in fact that I went back twice..in one lunch break. Having recently undergone a name change from Hello Gorgeous as well as a refresh of brands, Hill & Dale has emerged as a fresh retailer of all things fun. On trend costume jewellery, sweet summer dresses, colourful throws with matching cushions and amazing prices on cotton and linen scarves. There's even fake flowers to decorate your home. All stock is affordable and great ideas for gifts for your girlfriends.

Located in the middle of nowhere you'll need some wheels to get your namaste get up on. Huge…read morewarehouse location with all your Lululemon basics on sale organised in your size which definitely is a plus when it comes to factory outlet shopping - no sorting & sifting through mess. Compared to RRP it is pretty cheap so shop till you drop into your downward dog. Namaste... "Ommmmm"

Five out of five brightly coloured tops!…read more I love, love, love Lulu Lemon. The reasons why I Iove this Canadian brand are many but here's a few: - The make their clothes out of fabrics they expect you to sweat in and chuck straight in the wash - The fabrics all feel really nice on the skin and don't chafe - They have some great colours, as well as the neutral blacks, whites etc - They have everything from tights to cool pants. My favourite item from Lulu Lemon is a pair of black pants that go to just below the knee. I can wear them to run in, or they are nice enough that I have worn them out so they are really versatile. They were perfect to wear to a work cricket match - I could run around in them but I could also go out to a cafe afterwards. Perfect! The outlet store is great as well! They stock full priced gear but they also do indeed have some bargains. I bought a jacket I had my eye on at the full priced store for nearly half the price. Sweet! My only concern is that my sister bought something from here and they forgot to take the security tag off, so she had to return it. So maybe check that before you leave. There is a bit of parking in the surrounding streets.

The perfect store. One of the best things about shopping as a guy is that you know what you need…read moreand where to get it. You walk into a shop with a mission and within 1 to 2 minutes have already walked out with what you came for in hand. Every time I have come to Incu it has been successful and is my first port of call when I need a new t-shirt. A really funny story actually happened to me here. I came in to buy a pair of booties (shoes) and when I got home for some reason my brother tried them both on and noticed that one was larger than the other. I went back to Incu the next day and explained the situation, at that point the store clerk apologised for the mistake and let me know that they would exchange the larger shoe for the smaller one. I told him that would not be necessary, I would like to purchase the other odd pair of shoes and my brother would take the two large and I the two small. To this day we look great in our matching booties.

I've always walked past this store and wished that I had a reason to visit and browse through the…read moremen's clothing and accessories. It always looked so painfully hipster and cool and everyone knows I'm a closet wannabe hipster. Yesterday I had reason to finally venture inside, on the hunt for a man-friend gift. I loved the clothing and yes it's a bit on the spendy side, but I'll live off lentils and dried crackers for a week if it means my man-friend can walk around looking snazzy and I get to bask in the gloriousness that is his hipster-cool aura. More than the great collection of threads, what impressed me was the amazing service. Helpful and patient as I asked questions and looked at various sizes of the one sweater, the dude that served me was a delight. I really appreciated his kindness and genuine interest in me as he took the time to wrap my gift. For those interested: the man-friend loved the sweater, it fit perfectly and apparently I am "the best ever". Win huh?

Whenever I need a pick-me-up that won't cost me a brand new pair of shoes or a spangly new dress,…read moreI head to Mecca Cosmetica on Lygon street. It's my theory that a shiny new lippy or foundation is just as good, if not better, than a new outfit. While this is a smaller Mecca Cosemetica to the one in Myer in the city, it has the essentials and the big name makeup brands. They have the full NARS set (lipstick, foundation, eye shadow, you name it) as well as smaller but still just as awesome brands like Stila and Bare Essentials. It appears as though they have more skincare than makeup (which I love) including Dr Dennis Gross, Kate Somerville and their own namesake Mecca line. The best part about Mecca though? They'll do your makeup for you! If you have a big event on and don't want to head into the city, book an appointment with a makeup artist at Mecca. Tell them what you're wearing and what kind of look you're after (even bring in a photo) and they'll have you primped and proper in no time.

The best thing about Swimwear Galore is it does what it says on the can. They carry all manner of…read moreswimwear brands from Seafolly, Jets by Jessica Allen, Speedo, Isola, Baku to Tigerlilly and loads more. They cater to the fitness swimmer, the poolside poser, plus-sized peeps who are looking for swimwear that shapes, maternity cossies, mastectomy bathers, and even aussie flag swimwear for patriotic plungers. Anything you need to feel you are appropriately clad and accessorised at the beach or pool you will find here. And the staff know you won't be excited at the prospect of stripping down to bare coverage and staring at your bumpy bits in the mirror so they will try to make the whole experience as quick and painless as possible.

Buying swimwear is generally a very traumatic experience. It may not be for you blokes, but I…read morealways end up walking out of the change-rooms with a confused look on my face and convinced that they have 'fattening' mirrors... Alas, it is just my body. Swimwear Galore attempt to take as much of this pain away as they possibly can, with knowledgeable staff that can dress you dependant on your body shape, age and how comfortable you are bare-skinned. They have a million and one brands in store so you are bound to find a style and shape that you love - whether you love being scantily clad in your yellow polka dot bikini, or if you're more of a speedo kinda gal. You can also purchase gorgeous sarong's, hats and other beach-bound summer goodies. It's your one-stop-shop for any topical holiday, or if you're just heading down the coast for the weekend.

A great selection for shoes, boots, and sandals- especially for those who require more arch support…read morethan others! My poor feet had been hurting from all the walking and travelling that I've been doing. Because I had already worn down my former Orthaheel sandals, I was due for a new pair. Shoes are great, but living in Hawaii and California for nearly all my life has conditioned me to wear sandals on a regular basis. I needed something quick, easy, and comfortable when I head out the door. The Walking Company provided many options for that! Many shoe stores I've visited rarely stocked orthopedic footwear- the only exception being the podiatrist clinic. Unfortunately, there is not much selection in design in such places. While my primary aim was to find orthopedic sandals, I also had a strong preference with ones with pretty designs. Although I have a foot problem, I don't necessarily want to advertise it to the world! Some footwear brands, such as Vionic and Orthaheel, offer this extra feature. I like the illusion of wearing cute sandals that don't look like orthopedic crutches. If I'm going to be spending extra money on special sandals, they best look nice! In actuality, I didn't have to spend extra money for nice sandals at The Walking Company! They were having a sale and much of their shoe prices were reduced. A pair of Ahnu sandals that originally costed $149 were on sale for only $89. The prices are still a little steep for me, but most orthopedic footwear is expensive. This was a pretty good deal. Also, they have a return/exchange policy that's pretty good. You can try out the shoes and see how it feels at home for a few days, and if it's not the right fit you are welcome to return it. The staff was really helpful and friendly! I am probably the most indecisive person in the world! It takes a while for me to decide what I really want. When it comes to making a decision that's going to affect your daily life (i.e. shoes, sandals), you want to make sure it's a worthy investment, right? The lady helping me was very attentive and wasn't put off by my lack of decision-making skills. After spending a while deciding between all the options, I decided to check out the Ahnu sandals. It can definitely be difficult to find shoes that's just the right fit. If you want a wide selection of footwear, I would definitely recommend this place. They cater to both men and women. From sandals to boots to orthopedic ware, they've got you covered!

I must admit that I do a lot of walking. Before I go overseas on one of my adventures I first make…read morea pit stop and come here to get some new shoes that I know will be durable enough to survive the journey. I am a big fan of Merrell's as they have the vibram sole that I know will last climbing any mountain. The Walking Company stock the largest range of Merrell's that I have been able to find which is probably why I keep coming back here. They also have a large range of other brands that would suit any foot and purpose.

I'd been hearing about this place and their famed sub-$50 jeans for a while and really didn't…read morebelieve the hype. I'm now more than happy to report every amazing thing I'd heard about this place was true and I'm now the proud owner/wearer of two pairs (and subsequently my new two favourite pairs) of jeans. They just do jeans (unlike Just Jeans strangely), nothing else. They therefore know their shit. They make them on site and the bloke and lady who make them will also sell them to you. It was funny, mine fit perfect first time (though they did need to take them up, which they did for free on the spot), but my gf was having trouble. Enter the Dejour guy. He made her go for the smaller size, insisting the denim would stretch and soften to her arse. He then told her how amazing they looked (which they did) and told her she looked like a teenager again (which she did). He just knew what she needed, and he forced her to let go of any size preconceptions and boldly try for some hot fitting jeans that she now loves so much, she's going back to buy more next weekend. And they're only $40! $40. Do it before you're dead.

Located on Sydney Road in Brunswick, you could be forgiven for walking past Dejour Jeans and not…read moregiving it a second look. But you would have missed out on some pretty killer jeans. It's another place definitely in the hidden gem category. I find jean shopping to be an absolute bitch. I don't consider myself to have an abnormal body shape but wherever I go I'll have to try on about ten pairs of jeans before I get one that fits. And even then I'm not sure if I like them. In Dejour however, I tried on three different pairs of jeans and every single pair fitted like a glove. At $40 each I was tempted to buy all three but ended up just plumping for two of the pairs. The Vietnamese guy who runs the store - who is a really easy-going and fun character - even shortened the legs slightly for me so they fit perfect. I've pointed friends in the direction of Dejour since and they say just how amazing the jeans fit too. The guy also has the latest fashions, cuts and colours in as he pretty much conducts market research on you as you get tailored. I challenge you to go here and not come back with at least one pair!