Planning a wedding is pretty stressful, especially when the groom decides its ok to leave things…read moretill the last minute, and two weeks before the wedding he still hasn't organised suits! Enter Formal Wear of Melbourne. They were a pleasure to deal with. They had everything tailored and ready to go within a few days. That's a big feat when there a groom, six (yes six!) groomsmen, a page boy and two fathers to dress. I couldn't be more positive about our experience, and would definitely recommend them.

A mate of mine was getting married, and he had organised his tuxedo and those of his groomsmen…read morethrough Formal Wear of Melbourne in Ashburton. If you've ever been through the process of getting a suit sorted out for a wedding, you'll know that it can be a really boring experience, as it can take a long time for each individual to get fitted and that sort of thing. Sometimes I've been treated rather rudely, too. I'm a portly gentleman, for sure, but I don't need snide comments from the fitter about my physique, thank you very much sir. Anyway, long story short, this place was very efficient in getting us all fitted out, making sure that everything looked like it should, and generally did their best to make sure the groom and his posse of groomsmen looked the part. I recommend these guys completely.

The over-busy window displays of this double shop front should give you a clue as to what's to…read morecome, and I don't mean all the different brand signs stuck up. Yes, you'll find products by Lee, Bonds, Hard Yakka and there'll be a suit sale too, but I'm referring to the sheer quantity of stuff. The racks are completely rammed, chock full of stock. The shelves are piled high, and there doesn't appear to be a space that the owner hasn't used for merchandise. The first half of the shop is girls' stuff - vest tops, t-shirts, little fleecy shorts, pink polo tops, and jeans. In the next room is the change rooms and stuff for guys. I came here with my man and he found some good trackie pants and shorts. Not exactly cheap but not too pricey either, and infinitely more interesting than shopping at KMart. I believe they also offer tailoring services, but I don't really know anything about that.

says woman's clothing but has men's gear to. And guys he has a great selection of really good…read morejeans. I found it just because he had a wrangler sign out front. And he is always heaps cheaper than anyone else.

The Very Curious Kitten also happens to be very environmentally and socially conscious. Good…read morekitty. Her sweet and quirky little shop on Lygon Street is dotted with beautiful treats; things you can drape around your neck, pin to your dress, press onto your earlobes, and so much more. With a 50s inspired look, all the lovely accessories and clothing are either handmade from locally sourced materials, or made from recycled bits, and featuring the creative input of local designers and artists. I reckon the gear is all remarkably cheap considering the trouble the VCK goes to in order to keep her promise of ethically made products. A pair of cute and unique earrings with the tiniest carbon pawprint for $35 - cheap as! I've got my eyes on an adorable pair of brass art deco earrings, so keep your padded paws off them - hisssss.

The Very Curious Kitten is one of those stores that is great to pop into if you're perplexed as to…read morewhat to buy your friend for their Birthday. Everything is made from recycled goods by local crafts artists and clothing designers, and much of it is surprisingly cheap. It's sort of like a really good stall at a market; you're not sure what you're going to find there but you know there'll be something good. The shop interior is all pinks and pastels, and the floor is tiled black and white. Even the chairs are painted pastel, so it's like a living, practical storybook of a space. I've been tempted by the retro bottle cap brooches, rings made out of old spoon handles and some of the one off clothes made from the fabrics of yesteryear. Naturally, the clothes tend to be a bit pricier than some of the craft items but it's all proportionate to the effort involved in their creation. A sweet shop with a lot of cute and original ideas.

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!

This is one beautiful shop. The stock is in sections but each flows into the next really well…read more There are gorgeous shelves upon which beautiful moisturisers and hand creams sit. There are testers available and I'd recommend giving them a go - they smell sooooo nice! The store is decorated better than many houses I have been too and I love dropping in for a visit. There are plush victorian armchairs with cosy throws draped over the back. These sit next to a cute single bed with an elegant bed cover and hand embroidered cushions. There are lamps and photo frames and candles too. Everything fits and it is hard to not want to take it all home. There was also a really good section of plush toys but my favourite section was the one with the Christmas decorations. Despite being out far too early... it's only October... the decorations were not only beautiful but unique. The staff here are friendly and not at all pushy. They also have a rewards card and you get a free gift after spending just $80. It's an awesome place to pick up a nice gift.

Absolutely disgraceful behaviour by a staff member who found it necessary to run out of the shop to…read morerudely tell me to park my car opposite the store front, when I apologised..yes apologised for not knowing as there are no markings to indicate this the woman pointed to the other cars and pointed out the fact. So indeed I went back into my car and drove away! I will not be spending my money in that business ever, I was also looking to buy furniture.

Dear Carla Zampatti…read more I would like to provide some feedback regarding a recent shopping experience. On Monday, 29 June, I visited the Chadstone David Jones and was interested in purchasing the green velvet suit. Unfortunately, they didn't have my size available. The sales assistant Esha was incredibly helpful and contacted the Doncaster store, where she spoke with Nelly. Nelly was also wonderful and went above and beyond to help organize my order. Unfortunately, there was a mix-up, and my jacket did not arrive with my pants. Once again, Nelly stepped in and quickly organised for the jacket to be sent to Chadstone, for which I was very grateful. In the meantime, I tried calling the Chadstone David Jones several times but couldn't get through. When I eventually did, I spoke with Edita, and I was extremely disappointed by the way I was treated. She was rude and unprofessional throughout the conversation. When I explained that I was simply trying to understand what had happened with my order and find a solution, she responded that it "wasn't her fault" and "wasn't her sale." I made it clear that I wasn't blaming anyone--I just wanted assistance resolving the issue. Her response was, "You're not my only customer." As someone who has been a loyal Carla Zampatti customer for over 30 years, I have never experienced this level of customer service from your brand. It was upsetting and certainly not what I have come to expect. I would like to acknowledge the outstanding service provided by Nelly at Doncaster, as well as the other team members at Chadstone who were kind and helpful. Their professionalism and willingness to assist are the reason I completed my purchase. Without their support, I would have walked away from the sale. I hope this feedback is taken on board, as I believe it is important to recognise both exceptional service and experiences that fall short of the high standard associated with the Carla Zampatti brand.

I don't mind this place. Went in when I was looking for a couple of new couches. The old…read moreFantastic Furniture couches were still structurally okay, but they were a bit ugly and tattered, and more to the point, we wanted something a little nicer. The prices aren't as exhorbitant as some of the other places I've been into. I mean, for good furnture, you need a lot of cash, and I'm not really terribly well off, so getting a good deal was essential. Although I didn't buy from here, I was quite impressed by the service that the staff provided, and I'd consider shopping there again in the future.

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.