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.

Factory Outlets don't sound very sexy and admittedly my snobby attitude has often kept me away from…read morethem. But on an afternoon stroll up Smith Street, the words "Nothing over $20" caught my eye and I had to have a gander. As a woman I have often gazed lovingly at gorgeous underwear from brands such as Elle McPherson, Fayreform and the ever impressive Pleasure State. I have then looked at the price tags and almost cried. But not at the Bendon Factory Shop. The prices here are so low that you almost want to give them more money. Pleasure State in particular can be up to $150 for a bra - for ONE BRA. At the Bendon Factory Shop? 20 bucks. Now we can all afford to feel (and look) smokin' hot in our knickers. Ladies, buy up!

I like beautiful underwear but I don't like the prices. Enter: the Bendon Factory Shop. Down the…read morediscount end of Fitzroy's Smith Street, the Bendon Factory Shop stocks a range of underwear by labels such as Bendon and Elle Macpherson at quite frankly flabbergastingly low prices. As such, queues for changing rooms and suchlike can be formidable but if you're wise and avoid this place like the proverbial plague at weekends you can come away with more than a few bargains without too much hoopla. $10 bra sales and the like are commonplace and you can easily save up to 70% on some very saucy smalls. A quick caveat emptor: there's a reason that a lot of this stock is discounted with some odd - and overly kinky - designs and not the best range of sizes on offer. As such, do make sure you choose wisely to avoid mistakenly returning home with too small smalls or crotchless panties. That said, for eagle eyed lingerie lovers the Bendon Factory Shop is an absolute must visit.

Tigerlily was created by Jodhi Meares (Australian model and TV presenter) and is one of Australia's…read morebest known high-end swimwear labels. Tigerlily offers some different, unique gorgeous swimwear. And if you're loaded, you may be able to justify the high prices. But I'm not loaded, and I won't even guiltily buy something from here because the truth is, the range isn't that beautiful that you just have to have something. Guess when you're a model and you were James Packer's girlfriend at the time you can charge what you want for strips of material!!

Tigerlily is a lovely store with some really beautiful bikinis…read more However I have two issues with this place that stop it being worthy of 4 stars: 1. The prices. 2. The skimpy cuts. Firstly, the prices. Since when was it reasonable to charge over $200 for a bikini??? Especially considering the minimal amounts of lycra that they use at Tigerlily... Which leads me onto to point number two. This place makes the skimpiest bikini bottoms outside of Brazil. Seriously, they are just plain impractical. The tops are great and surprisingly well suited to larger busts, but the bottoms are just insanely small. It's a real shame because some of the prints here a lovely.

I was so excited when I first found Bec + Bridge but once my order arrived, the material was cheap…read moreand didn't reflect the cost of the items. Every single item I ordered was cheap material! I tried to return them but they wouldn't let me! Terrible customer service and I'm out $400! Worst clothing company I've EVER ordered from!

This is a lovely addition to the Fashion plethora @ the Emporium…read more Based out of Sydney, this location has only been opened for about a month. It's the perfect place to find that stand-out but classy dress you want to wear for a work holiday party, a romantic dinner w/ your partner, &/or a night out w/ your friends. The staff is personable, efficient, & knowledgeable w/ their current fashion trends & stock. They don't keep you waiting for a room or having to drape around dresses &/or shirts on your arm, & will help free your space so you can go about your shopping. Today I met Lahi (spelled uniquely but pronounced like Laura) who was tremendous w/ her patience & personal assistance. As I am on holiday, I was not familiar w/ the brand or the sizing, but she gave me a quick background on the brand & helped me choose a few sizes. After a while, we both had a laugh as she was selecting items based on UK Sizes while I was referring to US Sizes. No matter, we got it right, and when you are hunting for a new black dress, you want one that fits exactly right. The kind that gives you confidence when you walk into a room & want to command attention that is both subtle but unforgettable. I loved how she assisted me in navigating the different sizes, going back to their stockroom several times to help me find the right fit. As I used to work in retail, I appreciate someone who actually likes the clothes they are selling & can be a good balance of giving the customer both attention and space. Even if I had walked out & decided not to buy anything at the moment, I know she would have been equally pleasant and ready to help for my next visit. I was pleased to know this was a new location & that they were offering Sydney fashion for the locals & travelers alike. Come here for a breath of fresh fashion pieces w/ reasonable prices that match the quality.

An Aussie brand that has gone gangbusters over the past few years, Seafolly at Chadstone has every…read morekind of bathing suit you can imagine. I am a big fan of Seafolly for the cut of their swimsuits- they aren't too skimpy, offer good coverage and don't lose their shape after a season. All their suits are mix and match too, meaning if you are different size up top to down below, you can but their pieces accordingly. My only criticism with seafolly is the price- the bathers here are really expensive and will set you back well over $150 for a two piece bathing suit, which is a lot by my standards. However, its worth it if you buy a classic style as if you take care of it, it will last years.

Looking for lingerie? This is the place to go! The gals…read morehere can be fantastic if the place isn't packed! I think I have bought the whole store, they also have sex toys here, vibrators, collars, whips, handcuffs..... If you want a conservative bra with nanny panties, this isn't the place to go. If you want sexiness and wow your partner, come and select a set here.