Ronald King Mens and Boys Wear is a little bit misleading when it comes to the shop name. For…read morestarters it stocks a heap of women's clothing as well. There are two shops in the main street and they are on opposite sides facing each other. The first one has only suits and formal male attire while the other is much bigger and has both mens and women's clothing, surfwear and accessories. The prices in here can get pretty steep so you will want a big wallet. I have noticed a few more cheaper women's items sneaking in recently though so there is occasionally a few good bargains on offer. The store is always well air-conditioned and pleasant. The staff are friendly and you are guaranteed a good conversation. I tend to go in there to gawk at pretty scarves and have a little dream about one day being able to afford $80 for such a gorgeous silk accessory before I head down to one of the op shops nearby for some clothes I can definitely afford. In saying that, people who are more well off or like spending money on these things will be right at home here and the clothes are damn nice. The quality of the fabric is obvious and the items here are the kind that you will want to keep in your wardrobe forever.

Snowgum sells amazingly high quality outdoor gear. Here is the shop that sells "last season" and…read more"out of fashion" Snowgum gear at half the price. Yes, hiking gear goes out of fashion. For those of you who raised their eyebrows at that statement, join my club. We all find great bargains at this shop. There's no aircon, they prefer you to pay in cash, and it's not well lit, well sorted or well signed. But who cares? Cheap polar fleece!

This place is amazing and the best place to go for a great bargain on outdoor wear. I bought the…read moremost amazing hooded winter coat here that even kept me warm in Tasmania in the middle of winter. It's basically laid out like a warehouse with heaps of polar fleece, gloves, tops and all weather jackets. I bought the greatest lightweight raincoat here too. Most jackets are 40 - 60% off ... Sometimes more. Well worth a look.

Don't make the mistake I did by going up just one level and thinking you found the store and been…read moreshocked by every shirt is $300+, just keep heading upstairs and you can raise your jaw from the sticker shock just one level below. My style is usually minimal and this store hits all the dots and considering average prices in Oz this place is quite reasonable for quality clothing and good style. I am going to Berlin and Sweden soon, and I got inspired from some of the labels to look out for on my trip. The hidden factor makes me feel just that bit more special, since I walked by this place who knows how many times without realizing its presence.

Somewhere is a men's and women's fashion store that sells clothing by local and international…read moredesigners. It also has a gallery space that showcases the work of emerging Australian artists. The clothes at Somewhere are sleek, simple, and very on trend. The menswear section is mostly stocked with jeans, chinos, plaid shirts and pocketed t's. The prices range widely, but in general, it's quite well priced when compared to many of Melbourne's similarly styled and themed fashion stores. Somewhere also has a very decent selection of shoes and accessories, like hats, ties, sunglasses and scarves. The staff are great (helpful and attentive, but genuine with their recommendations and not pushy).

One would think that you were walking in to a clothing store titled 'Mr Simple' as you walk past…read morethis Brunswick Street boutique however The Lab is just doing some advertising (albeit, over-the-top advertising) for one of their main labels. So don't be turned off by the name! This is a great place to shop for a man of any style - you can get some great basics like jeans and plain tees, but then also head down the relaxed-surfer-skater path if you choose. I love all the sunnies that they stock in the window and while this is specifically a store for men, I have purchased a few pairs in my time. Perfect for that sunny day at a festival. The staff are lovely and are happy to let you browse around and the prices are very reasonable.

The Lab Store is a men's clothing shop that sells dapper basics for the slightly more sophisticated…read moreex-skater type. Their clothes are free from bells and whistles and are generally quite plain. However, their stuff is still fashion-forward and not dull. They have a decent selection of jackets, crewnecks and hoodies, shirts, t's and jeans. They also have a good selection of shoes (mostly Vans, but a wide variety) and sunglasses.

Christmas 2010: just welcomed my second child into the world one month after relocating to a new…read morecity. Dilemma: wanting to find the perfect gift for my supportive and loving husband on less than a shoestring budget. Solution: Bonaman! Feeling tired, frustrated and stupidly emotional at not being able to find an affordable, awesome gift for my babe I almost walked straight passed Bonaman. Feeling confident in my knowledge of quality, stylish threads it didn't enter my mind that this men's store would have anything affordable within my $50 budget. Then I glanced at one of the sales signs and was ecstatic to see printed tees, dress tops, denim shorts and other style items all for under $25 each. If your man is keen on the styles seen in Jeans West or Just Jeans he'll be just as impressed, and so will you be, by Bonaman. For $50 I snagged two tanks, one tee, two dress shirts and four different styles of shorts. Granted, prices were cheaper than normal at the time given it was Christmas, and because I purchased so much that good old fashioned service I love so much came into play and a further discount was offered. But I've also since bought him a faux fur lined winter jacket for $15, and apart from the labels on the inside of the clothes you honestly can't tell these clothes are cheap alternatives to brands like Politics or Man to Man. My husband was rapt at his updated wardrobe and I am impressed by how good I was able to make him look!

Hattam Menswear is clothing that you probably won't find that appealing if you're into your…read morefashion. Still got its old school charm however I find the clothing very over-priced for what it is where I'd probably only buy something to take on holidays or wear camping. Sadly, there are too many good Op Shops in the area that have better stock for a lot cheaper!

I came here looking for the type of long johns that have the button flap at the back of them as I…read morewas heading into a cold winter and didn't want to freeze when I went to the bathroom. I expected Hattam's to have them because it is such an old school store. I was actually a little embarrassed to ask for them and just opted for a normal set of thermals. You get that extra bit of service when you come here, just like it would have been and perhaps still should be. I enjoy shopping here, maybe you will to.

If you want a nice place to get a suit that is family orientated, this place is for you. My…read morehusband and his family have been going to this place for their suits, shirts and even shoes, for as long as they have been in Melbourne. The place is run by two very nice gentleman that even upon meeting you once, seem to remember your name. Men's clothes must be their passion and they want to sell! You walk in and are greeted very friendly, even if they are with another customer. They can even see more than one client at a time and remember where they are at with which one. They remember sizes and pretty much what the clients prefer. This is way better than a department store and honestly, their prices are probably a bit better than the department stores. You get personal friendly service so it's well worth the trip!

The best service anywhere in Australia! Michael is just outstanding and will find the perfect suit…read morefor you. I have been going there for years and can't recommend him enough. Only top quality clothing and great prices.

The thing I like most about Out of the Closet? Their t-shirts mean what they mean. Most t-shirts…read moredon't. You buy a t-shirt with an astronaut holding a boom box, you're probably not that keen on either astornauts OR boom boxes. But if you buy a t-shirt with a New Order album cover on, it's probably because you like New Order (okay, or because you want to be seen as the type of person who likes New Order). That kind of principle applies to most of what OTC sells. Whether it's good or not, whether it's cheap or not, none of it seems to be trading on aspirational branding. These are clothes to wear or to look good in, not to show how hooked into the cultural superstructure you are. They offer a mix of vintage and new clothes, and some of it can be a little pricey, but I'd still rather this than the manufactured white noise most places seem to sell these days.

It's been a while since I've popped into a vintage clothing store, so when I passed Out Of The…read moreCloset I thought I'd drop in. Their range is quite large, especially for guys. Their range of leather and denim jackets is pretty decent, plus some men's tweed suits which I tried to see if I could pull off, but the fit wasn't right. I did end up with a very cute navy and white pleated skirt that is reminiscent of the skirt Ann Reinking wears in the 'let's go to the movies' song scene of the 1982 film Annie. Let's just say the way that pleated skirt moved while she danced has stuck with me, so I'm beyond stoked to have my own similar number to wear now.

Another store where I can't afford anything. Sigh…read more Nique caters for men and women and has some of the most beautiful clothes I've seen on Glenferrie Road in a long time. The look is sleek and very modern with minimal colours and interesting textures. Both men's and women's wear are gorgeous and made with love and expertise. This is a brand that we should be proud of and was started here in Melbourne - no wonder it is so great! It has more of a European edge to the clothes and makes a nice contrast with some of the lighter and more casual stores along the strip. The space is really interesting - it is only small but they have worked hard to make it appear spacious, and they have succeeded. The clothes are scattered around and there are designated racks for men and women's sale items (yay!). Expect great service, a warm welcome, bold fashion and beautiful fabrics. Bliss.