Phoebe Angel is a glorious, affordable women's fashion store, following all the latest fashion…read moretrends coming in from Asia. Long socks, mini skirts, long fur coats and feminine trenches and military style coats in blacks, whites and pinks. Lace dresses, crochet tops, mini dresses and maxis. It truly is a haven for any girl (or twenty something woman) who loves the latest, pretty lacey trends at prices you can afford.

Want authentically designer vintage sunglasses by brands such as Ted Lapidus Paris and hip hop…read morefavourite Cazal? Or cute party dresses by Marc Jacobs or Givenchy? Head to Curve Vintage. Domiciled on Gertrude Street, my favourite little strip for vintage clothing in Melbourne bar none, Curve Vintage sells an incredible range of vintage clothing and accessories with a good smattering of vintage designer and contemporary second hand pieces thrown in for good measure. My one Curve Vintage qualm? It feels as if the place is never open. But InStyle - which ranks it amongst Victoria's best vintage boutiques - assures me that this is because Curve is open for the abbreviated hours of midday until 6pm from Tuesday to Saturday much like many of the exclusive little boutiques dotted along Gertrude. If you're serious about your vintage you will seriously love Curve. Prices are attendantly pretty steep but as most vintage afficionados know, a great vintage find is priceless.

Curve is in my top five places to buy vintage in Melbourne - it has everything: women's clothing,…read moremen's clothing, sunglasses, shoes, belts, bags, a kickass store, great staff and a great range of stock. I come here with my partner because he likes to check out the men's racks and try on vintage jackets and shirts. I have to say that Curve's collection of men's wear is phenomenal and they cater for a lot of different styles: there are wacky and lurid shirts, and reserved and classic dinner jackets. I spend most of my time on the other side of the store buried amongst the women's wear. During the winter months I would stock up on boots and the warmer dresses that I could easily wear with tights. When I visited last time there were some gorgeous summer dresses and shorts perfect for the hot weather. The prices are quite high but I honestly don't mind paying. The clothes and accessories are fantastic and the service is always great.

Absolutely beautiful designs with a sophisticated edge, Linen and cotton dresses in beautiful…read moreprints, My favourite has a been a Zen Dress in Mocha and in Black and White . Sadly the black and white Zen dress was in a bag that someone (perhaps mistakenly) picked up when I was having a coffee...anyway...This coming season has fabulous designs...and did I mentions that they are comfortable the garments are to wear? They are very suitable for layering and altogether cool.

From the owner: Dogstar has evolved into one of Australia's favorite Ladies boutique clothing stores. Come in and…read morefind out why!

This shop is cuuuute. What with its sweet wallpaper, art deco ceiling lights, counter top vintage…read morebirdcage, and all the other gorgeous little things dotted about the store, you know the owners have a good eye for design. And most importantly, their eye for design shows in the labels they stock and the garments hanging on their racks. The other day there was the most adorable white peter pan collared navy blue dress in the window beckoning me into the store. I resisted knowing that my dollar count was low, but the dress has emblazoned itself on my mind and I reckon I'll be back on pay day. You'll find mostly independent antipodean designer goods on the racks with a smattering of international stuff.

I think I'm a bit weird, or perhaps I'm just a lot more 'clucky' then I originally thought but when…read moreI first dropped in to Somebuddy Loves You I passed the stylish Karen Walker sunglasses and the uber trendy dresses and made a beeline straight for the kids clothes. I am a newly-made Auntie and I love spoiling the little brat, particularly with funky kids clothes and Somebuddy Loves You stocks the absolute best. I bought my nephew a very funky onesie with a picture of Jack Nicholson on the back and 'Easy Rider' written on the front, and a very spunky tee with some rock stars on the front. Since that first purchase I am now a regular. I look just as cool as the kid now!

Woah. I don't think I have ever seen so many clothes in the one place before. Dresses, cardi's,…read moresinglets and jackets - Clear It has it all. But to be honest, I have been inside a million and one times and never walked out with anything. You know how when you drop in to your favourite shop and they have a sale rack and although everything looked pretty a week ago, when it's on that rack it looks a little sad? That's what this whole store is... Everything looks just a little bit sad. I get that it is a clearance centre, but high-price label designers in a bargain store? It just doesn't sit well... Plus, nothing is really that cheap? Unless you consider $85 for a satin singlet cheap. My favourite section of the entire store is the 'damaged' section, where you can usually find the really good, new stuff, but perhaps a button is missing. If you are in this store, head to that rack, everything else might make you cry.

This shop was great, but it is now gone, from Brunswick Street that is. It is just a Dangerfield…read moreoutlet now. You're welcome. (Would love to have known before I drove there today, ahhh...)

Gorgeous little women's boutique clothing store, Laine is a lovely temptation to any girl passing…read moreby. Lots of high quality items that change regularly, it's a good place to pop in and check out some AU/NZ designer clothes (like Kate Sylvester) that you would get a lot of wear out of. Loads from the US and Paris too. It's priced accordingly, but not terrifyingly high end. I lucked out by looking at winter wear when one half of the store was all 50% off and scored myself a nice jacket at half price. The girls in the store are lovely and really helpful without being pushy. Bonus if Winnie the Whippet is in store to have a sneaky cuddle with. Look for her camouflaged in her bed up the back by the heater!

I love this store. I would pop in every day if I could, but alas a girl has to work…read more A very recent , welcome addition to the Bay St strip, Laine is set to become a much loved fashion store for local gals. Stocking everything from Ancient Greek Goddess sandals to keypad covers for your mac, gorgeous clothes from around the world to jewellery conversation starters made by some sisters in Queensland - you will be impressed by Laine. But quality stock is not the only thing Laine has going for it, the other key attraction to this store is the friendly assistance and guidance provided by it's lovely owner, Alyce. Oh and her sweet pooch Winnie is there to help too! There is no website or mailing list yet but you can get your fix of new arrivals from the Laine facebook page, even make an order from the photos for some items. There are items to suit all budgets and styles. Must go now, I have shopping to do.

Yeaaaaahhhhh I'm not a huge fan of Zara. I find here that there's not enough to choose from and…read morewhat there is to choose from is usually overpriced. The sizing seems a little out too. Every time I've tried on pants here they're too big (in comparisson to other places). Accessories are minimal and the staff seem to hang out in packs at the changerooms. I'd say Zara is ok if you're looking to buy a couple of nice staple items for work at the office but not much beyond that.

this store doesn't even deserve a 1 star .... pathetic customer service .... non existent online or…read morephone only no reply email and AI chat .... so upset with a return/refund .... when item was delivered over fence and sat in the rain all day and box and coat was drenched .... shame on you Zara !!!!!!