To the Max, while a ridiculous name, is a fantastic destination for ladies looking for a dress to…read morethe races, something to wear to the formal or just a trendy dress for Saturday night dancing. However, they also stock leather jacket, blouses and casual skirts. Yes, it is quite expensive, but you're getting really good quality labels like Sass & Bide. However the service is fairly shocking. Expect to wait around quite a while until someone offers you help. I've never been lucky enough to find anything here, but perhaps it just isn't my style. It is very trendy-wear but a touch too expensive for my liking.

Once you get past the lame name (sorry guys) this shop is pretty good. It's the only non-chain…read morewomen's fashion store on Lygon that is pitched at the younger market, and has a well-chosen selection of casual and dressy clothes and accessories. I go in the store regularly to check out the new stock - they carry a lot of the same brands you'll find in the young fashion department at David Jones, but it's a calmer environment, with helpful staff and a lot closer to home. They carry a good range of jeans - Nobody, True Religion and Mavi, and all of the dresses, tops and trousers are arranged by colour rather than brand. I find this a really easy way of picking out pieces to try on together - it's obviously a clever attempt to get you to buy more and I admit it sometimes works on me! Don't miss the jewellery in the glass counter as it's super-cute, and they've got some brands I haven't seen elsewhere.

With hats, bags, and wallets up for grabs at $1 and cool t-shirts available for around the $10…read moremark, Clear It! is an absolute goldmine if you are prepared to sort through the ~90% of the crap they have here. Coming from the UK, shopping here is akin to shopping at TK Maxx. There are lines and lines of racks and there is treasure to be found in amongst the rest of the very run of the mill stuff. You could easily spend a good half an hour looking for bargains here. There are huge discounts and if you endure it will be well worth your search.

Ever have that argument with your wardrobe? I have nothing to wear!…read more Well luckily Clear It! is near! This massive fashion outlet is just what you've been looking for! Stocking brands such as Dangerfield, Friends of Couture, Jack London, Revival and more you will not be short of options for something new to add to your wardrobe. I actually come here once a week, its that cheap. Singlets - 2 for $10, Shirts from $10, pricing is ridiculous here! My favourite purchases include a 3 / 4 long Dangerfield coat, originally $250, i scored it for $75. Even picked up a Jack London business shirt for $10!!! So fellas if you want some new kicks or clothes pay Clear It a visit and while you shop, the Clear It women's store is just a few shops up.

This Valley Girl haven is my choice in sourcing new seasons styles at affordable prices. Having…read moreother responsibilities and financial commitments makes it irresponsible of me to spend $100 on a pair of jeans or $300 on a cocktail dress these days, when Valley girl offer the same fashion forward finds at prices that wont break the bank or take the food from your table. Recently I've purchased a gorgeous off white, long sleeve, above the knee dress for $20! I actually got the idea from a Myer catalogue but couldn't justify $199 for something I'll probably wear three times this season and probably never again after that. My other recent faves include a high waisted light denim jacket for $25, a camouflage green shirt dress for $19 and a basic white tee for $5. Where I used to get high from the feeling of walking out of a high end Chapel st store with a pretentious looking shopping bag full of beautiful clothes, I now get the same feeling knowing I'm still wearing the same fashion forward trends I love, but spending 70% less. I'm now dealing with the guilt of realising I could have possibly been a successful property investor with the amount of money I've invested in designer wear!

Great service, a wide selection of styles to choose from and good value for money. Will be a return…read morecustomer.

Cutest clothes and terrific service!! Love all their fun patterns and unique designs. I spent so…read moremuch money because I loved soooo many pieces. Billie who works there was sooo sweet and helpful in getting me other sizes and making suggestions of other things I might like while I was trying things off. If you 1) like bright, bold colors and patterns 2) like a retro look or 3) like a gothy look they will absolutely have something for you as they fit all three vibes.

One of my favourite jumpers was purchased from FAT. A maroon wooly number from Azusa. The warmth of…read moreit is unmatched (I'm actually wearing it right now to keep my body able from the Melbourne cold), i love that it's made to sit really baggy. I can wear it over a shirt with some Jeans and it look so fresh! FAT as a store prides itself on the basis that a lot of their items are imported from places like America and are very limited and rare here in Australia. In saying this, the prices may be higher (I got the jumper on SALE for $80 - Down from $199) but there's a small chance you'll encounter an awkward moment at a party when someone is wearing the same item as you. This store is full of amazing items!

The staff can sometimes act a bit too cool for school and that's gross and funny at the same time…read moreso I'm not sure if I'm complaining or if I'm grateful for the entertainment value. Whatever, it's the clothes and accessories that we come to Fat for and that's all there is to it. With labels like Antipodium, Claude Maus, Comme des Garcons, Henrik Vibskov and PAM, their stock is drool-worthy and quite expensive too. I try to come in often to see what's on sale as that's the only way I can afford this stuff, and Fat puts on a good sale so I frequently come away a happy lady. Check out the glass cabinet/service counter for lots of fantastic necklaces, earrings and sunglasses. Phat!

This tiny and intense men's clothes store on Chapel St was a little too much for me…read more Music was too loud and too dancy for the morning where it had turntables in the shop counter? What for? To look cool? I'm not sure that they need it to look like a club... Clothing was simple and expensive where nothing popped out to me or even looked like it should be expensive. I walked in and it was empty where it had a really empty feeling like I had walked into a club with one person...a bit weird and uncomfortable.

Great Melbourne-based label that focuses on well made basic t-shirts that are manufactured locally.read more

With various outlets around Melbourne, namely two on Acland Street, European label Claude D'Alban…read moreprovides women's up to date fashions and accessories from around the world at very competitive prices. Perfect for that last minute outfit, Claude D'Alban not only stocks gorgeous dresses and skirts for formal occasions, but a huge variety of basics and staples for every wardrobe. In store, you'll find all the latest trends for the current season, as well a range of fascinators, hats and accessories for seasonal events like the races. Expect to pay between $29.95-$49.95 for dresses and even less for sale items. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful when it comes to getting advice and showing you to new items, and the bags that your new purchases come in are environmentally friendly and reusable. Certainly a store I will be returning to for future bargains.

I love browsing through the store and finding amazing deals. I feel like a child in a chocolate…read moreshop when I go in here. Some of the items are quite expensive (for my taste at least) but I love being able to find long sleeve shirts that I can wear under other shirts for $10 or even just plain short sleeved shirts for $10. I've also found some really good deals on really nice dresses and of course have stocked my wardrobe up with them! The clothes do tend to run small so whatever size you normally wear, you'd have to add a size which then makes you feel even bigger than you really are, but at least they aren't as expensive as some of the places on Acland Street!

Shop local, buy local then fly international in your new outfit designed for travellers…read more Obus is for women who like to get around (the world, that is) with clothes made from quality fabrics designed to travel well and for longevity. The Obus look is classic, urban and practical - it'll be the garment you pull out of your wardrobe again and again, and wear easily with comfort and ease. It ain't cheap around these parts but you'll spend your cash happy in the knowledge that everything here is designed and manufactured in Melbourne, and therefore that you're supporting your local talent and our economy. Oh, and also that you look totally fabulous.

Obus stuck really fun, bright, playful women's clothing. They only stock Obus label clothes, as…read morewell as some other labels of accessories, such as Melissa shoes. Their clothes have a really colourful pallet, and every season they take on a new range of staple colours and patterns that are always bright and often immediately identifiable as Obus. In terms of pricing, they are on the reasonable end of expensive (if that makes sense).