I have never been someone that is interested in anything to do with babies. However since my…read moregirlfriends sister has had a baby my girlfriend loves to spoil her and this store is one that I am regularly dragged into. I have found ( my girlfriend has found ) the range of clothes in this store to be a little more individual, with a little more variety than most. It doesn't appear to be your run of the mill blue for boy and pink for girls, which is a great change. They also have some charming toys and games. All the presents we (she) gives are well accepted and there are always many 'ooos' and 'ahhhhhs'.

Hoochie Coochie is a unique childrens boutique nestled in the heart of North Fitzroy Village just…read moreacross the road from Piedemonte's supermarket. You'll be able to spot them by the big baby blue signage and baby blue painted storefront. They specialise in contemporary childrenswear for babies and toddlers, and also offer a number of cool looking toys and accessories. The baby clothes are really pretty and would make ideal gifts if you have friends who are having kids. They seem to be really good quality and this is reflected in the prices being fairly expensive. Their website explains how a lot of their stock is Australian produced and hand made. I've bought a couple of items here and they've been worn quite regularly by our friends with kids. That can only be a good sign.

Stocking slightly alternative, urban high-end street labels including Melbourne's own; 2 Blocks…read moreSouth, Ziggy and Neon Blonde, One Day At A Time is a must stop for any trendy fashionista who likes the I'm-hot-without-even-trying-look. At the moment, nobody does denim (jeans and jackets), shorts and slinky singlets better. Being new to Melbs Central, don't be fooled by the initial impression. It may be a haven for emo's and teenage wannabe's, but the quality and range of super cool brands, not to mention the prices, make the average customer between 20-40 years old, male and female. If you've got little kiddies, you may also have fun G'ing them up!

I was lucky enough to shop here when the chinos were on sale for $60 each - great little store with…read morea good selection of slightly indie pants and shirts. Prices were moderate but I found the selection to be really good. Compared to General Pants the prices and quality were a little higher but the styles were more refined. My favourite feature was the ability to ship sizes of clothes that weren't in stock directly to my house via express post, for no extra charge.

Fashionable, quality and adorable kids clothes at thrifty prices is always a great but difficult…read morefind for any mother. For the first time last week I managed to have enough time before grocery shopping to have a wander around Happy Angels, an eye catching store for littlies. Often I am let down on closer inspection of kids clothes at the quality or the expense. So I was rapt and my two children overly spoiled by my new found discovery. Offering the adorable collections you can find at outlets such as Pumpkin Patch but at half the price in some cases Happy Angels made my grocery day unusually worthwhile. Grabbing bargains such as a dark denim jean/white dress shirt/pinstripe vest combo for my one year old boy for just $30 and a beautiful floral springtime dress for my daughter for $20 made me one happy mummy (don't know about angel!) indeed. And there were no pushy sales staff trying to sell me 30cm of fabric for $99, trying to convince me it's such great value at the same time. I was able to look around myself, make my selections and then have a nice chat about what I'd decided on when finalising my purchases. Happy Angels = happy grocery days!

Irresistibly cute soft toys lure me in every time I need to buy a children's birthday or Christmas…read morepresent. A well known store amongst trendy mums and made infamous after a certain alleged shop lifting incident, this is the spot to hit up for gorgeous clothes for babies to 5-6 year olds. There is also an adorable shoe collection as well as designer swim wear. Toys are both educational and super cute. Gift wrapping is available and there is a small selection of cards. Parents, aunties, uncles, grandparents beware - you won't be able to leave here without making a purchase. Enter at own risk!

Love the culture and the food. Not a huge fan of the car park, but this place works better on…read morepublic transport.

I love Melbourne Central. I love how it's a one-stop-shop for everything you could need…read more ~ Smack dab in the middle of the CBD. Need something you (for some strange reason) cannot find at Melbourne Central? It's probably 10 steps away from Melbourne Central/ ~ Stunning interior design and architecture. You have your tower underneath a glass cage. At first, I thought that this was a bit strange, but then accepted the fact that the tower probably did a lot of bad things in its life and needs a cage to control it. You can't let that thing free, man. ~ Nice selection of food. Nothing too fantastic, but my favourites: Menya Ramen, Lord of the Fries, Grill'd, O-Bento, and Harajuku Crepes. There's bound to be more food heavens that I haven't explored in that massive building yet, and I'm keen to be on the lookout! ~ Convenient public transportation. If you're on the go, trust Melbourne Central to have a train running to anywhere you want in Melbourne. Trust Melbourne Central to also have great food takeaways for you to enjoy yourself at before your train arrives. ~ Loads of entertainment! Try out Cho Gao - a great Asian Beer Cafe with a stunning view of the city. Now try out Cho Gao after catching a movie at Melbourne Central's very own cinema. Seriously - what CAN'T you do here?

Great little store for bargain kids clothes, shoes and accessories…read more Don't fancy spending $80 on a polo shirt that your child will wear once, fear not Cotton On Kids has cute polo shirts and they're more like 2 for $15. A lot more practical for everyday wear. There's everything from tutus to board shorts to keep your munchkins clothed. The service is friendly and if your little one is getting unruly you can pacify them with an episode of Dora on the TV at the back of the store. Not a Dora fan? Well, there's crayons to play with too.

Unfortunately I came across Dorothy & Evelyn during a lunch break so all I could do was peer in…read morefrom the glass window as I dodged the "back in five minutes" sign. Strapped for time but determined to venture inside, I returned the next day and was really glad I came back. Inside this delightful store is a treasure trove of restored vintage fashion in spectacular form and finish. Dorothy & Evelyn also carries vintage fashion for bubs and kids so if you're a fan of old-school cool, you have to check out the kids stuff. It also carries a unique collection of independent designer labels, so there's a good mix of contemporary and classic. On top of that, this store carries a large array of fashion accessories, with an emphasis on cute animals and graphic adorned pieces. My favourites include Dot&Eve horse, dove and owl necklaces, little peanut hair clips, Pigeonhole feather inspired necklaces and hand drawn and detailed jewellery from Lila ruby king. I also absolutely love the quirky homeware from cloud shaped chalkboard markers for potted plants and vintage inspired Dot&Eve animal figurines.

Dorothy & Evelyn, you're amazing…read more My go-to shop for cute little gifts and cute clothes. Vintage dresses for sale are new but modeled on vintage designs. Normally there's a buy two get one free offer with these dresses. As many cute earrings, necklaces, brooches and rings that you can poke a stick at... And the lady who works there is so lovely, always end up having a little chat when I'm there. Be sure to check it out. x