I was surprised at how much better than your average dollar shop this variety store is. During…read moreOctober they had a really awesome Halloween display set up, with moving skeleton butlers, creepy crawlies, light up jack O lanterns and all things gooey. A friend of mine was on the look out for a decent Halloween costume (the theme was under the sea), and they had two entire aisles dedicated to props, costumes and novelties with every little detail to make her costume that much better. It's much better than your average variety store, with organised aisles (where everything is actually hanging and not on the floor), and pieces that you might actually consider buying. There's everything available for hen's night parties, costume parties and kids parties - not to mention the props they have for everything in between. Four stars for the range of products available.

Hi; was in today please the asian guy working there contact me very cute.. lots of smilesread more

Everything cheap you could want. I've stopped twice for odd items and they had exactly what I…read moreneeded both times. Can't beat that.

You beauty. If you love fashion full stop, and/or you're wanting to give your stunning wardrobe a…read morebeautiful facelift; then I highly recommend this shop. Ussed & Abbussed The Department Store is one of Sydney's best kept secrets when it comes to new and vintage clothes, shoes, jewellery, and accessories. Ussed & Abbussed is located at Cremorne (just off Neutral Bay), only minutes from the city behind McDonald's, and past one of Sydney's most popular private schools. A previous writing assignment (while I was a freelance writer before becoming a doctor) brought this place to my attention, and the awesomeness of Ussed & Abbussed has got me hooked on quality new and vintage clothes for both men and women at affordable prices. This is true. In fact, this fantastic business has been around for eight years now, as at the time of writing this. The owner, Dianna (otherwise known as Di) founded this business from her passion for designer goods. Furthermore, Di found a way to source cheap, quality clothes from overseas, and henceforth found a cost effective way to bring them to Australia. Di is involved in buying trips in the USA, France, Spain, and the UK to name. Even more impressive, Di has a generous and loving heart. This amazing individual loves to give in many ways. For starters, the clothing items available here are available at around 80% off the standard retail prices. Di also gives about $8000 worth of stock away to organisations such as The Salvation Army, as well as to St Vincent's Hospital to name on an annual basis. The customer service and friendly acknowledgements are awesome. Walking into a store with over 2000 designer labels under one roof is definitely a department store in itself. It may be a tad overwhelming, yet it is an absolute pleasure to spend at least a couple of hours here...totally up to you. Assistance is at hand to help you find out what you need. You will walk away feeling really prosperous with your purchases. Ussed & Abbussed The Department Store also have available a personal fashion stylist, who is also an elegant woman in herself, who exudes charm and walks the talk...a woman by the name of Hana. Hana has helped me find the right dress for the right occasion, as well as a pair of Dick Boons boots that feel so awesome to wear. Both Di and Hana (while serving you here) emphasise the need to feel good in what you're wearing. The ambience is laid back, inviting, and well displayed. There is plenty to view and admire, and there is even a visitors book to sign if you wish. A quote from Hana that has been drilled into my skull...please let me share it with you: "It is not about the dress, it is about the woman behind the dress." Charm is alive and well, and both genders will love shopping here. Ussed & Abbussed The Department Store have also held special parties upon request such as hens nights, and yes (you are reading this right) divorce parties to name as well. Di closes the shop for a couple of hours to accommodate such requests. They may occasionally hold special shopping nights too. Bookings must be made in advance for such. The first time I came to Ussed & Abbussed, I brought a pair of vintage Dick Boons boots for only $75. Normally the same boots retail for $600. See, generosity reigns at this place. Definitely money well spent. Hence the reason for my rave review. On my second most recent visit I brought a lovely Ralph Lauren floral top for around $35. This top would easily retail for $200. I love it. Easy to iron and ever so colourful. I also purchased a Bettina Liano long sleeve top for around the same price. Perfect with jeans too...or any skirt. Really happy with these purchases to - if not over the moon with them. It is true. Ussed & Abbussed sell clothing and accessories from the following brands to name: Burberry, Chanel, Chloe, Michael Kors, Versace, Alannah Hill and Wayne Cooper. These brand names spell luxe and quality in the fashion world. Hair extensions and bric-a-brac is also available. Di might offer you a lovely cup of coffee too. The Great Gatsby film producers have also approached Di to assist in the clothing selection for their cast. The clothes on sale at Ussed & Abbussed The Department Store have also appeared on TV show Puberty Blues as well. A great store. No, a really great store. You will never know what treasures you might find for your wardrobe here, and you will walk away with immense value. Hands down the best vintage clothing store in Sydney. One of the (if not the) best designer clothing stores full stop. Thank you so much...with immense gratitude. xxx

Amazing range of designer brands at super reasonable prices - and the smell wasn't that bad!!!read more

This is a cheap and cheerful homewares shop - one that you can find any number of house decorative…read morebits or bobs. I like it because it's neat despite the fact that it's packed to the rafters with 'stuff'. By stuff I mean cups and sauces, picture frames, wall hooks, paints, dress up masks, wooden baskets, candles, glasses, glitter, ornaments, kids games, silver bins, cards, paper, lamps, bags, storage containers, mirrors... the list goes on. Stuff that some people may call cheap junk but others might call useful jewels. It depends on what you're looking for. House to Home is the kind of place you go if you're feeling creative and looking for a Secret Santa present or need some basic house nick knacks. Prices are more than reasonable but of course you do get what you pay for.

God I love this place. That sounds like a lot of passion for an inexpensive homewares store doesn't…read moreit! But honestly, this place is the way forward when it comes to those things that you don't want to spend a fortune on, but don't want to go so cheap they break the minute you get them home. Last week I walked out of here with a large candle, a medium candle, 25 tea lights, a small glass vase and a garlic crusher for $25 - not bad eh?! The best bit about this place is that it is actually an OK place to shop - it has wide isles, everything is organized and the staff know their stuff. It certainly beats fighting the crowds at a department store or squeezing through the shabby isles at a discount store.

For a shop that merits itself on stocking 'bargains' and 'clearouts,' there are a miraculous number…read moreof nice pieces in here, just be prepared to work those shopping muscles (and those jabbing elbows) as there is just SO much stuff. I found that the specialty in here was party dresses, namely those short strapless ones. There were variations of this model in every colour and fabric imaginable, I was impressed. There's also a whole load of casual gear, so if you're looking for just some laidback, cheap wear, this place is ideal. Of course, no big bargain store would be complete without the odd horror, but hey, who said you needed to get fancy dress outfits solely from fancy dress shops?!

Yet another "disposable fashion" Bargain Store, Big Bargain clearance store is HUGE with an…read moreeclectic range. Sprawling across two shops on Oxford St, you can find anything here from feathered crotchless panties and Australian flag bikinis to cheap and seriously nasty jewellery and sunglasses, to half-finished sample clothing for $10. In the manner of SES though you can always find something nice in the store for around ten bucks, and they have some great genuine-vinyl biker-style jackets for around the forty dollar mark. Don't be alarmed though, most of the stuff on the racks is nice- the horrors I mentioned above are the exception not the rule!

If you're stuck for ideas and low on cash, head to Homeline Trader in Chatswood Chase. They have…read moreplenty of stock and the prices are ridiculously cheap. Having been invited to a Halloween birthday, I required a costume that was rather cheap. Browsing through the store, I immediately came across a cute outfit with the accessories only costing me a mere $2.50. I will definitely be returning for Christmas outfits this year and any decorations required! They also sell a range of homewares and decorative items such as candles. Would definitely recommend to those who are on a budget or are simply looking for cheap costumes!

There's a Coles in Manly, so we stopped off to shop for foodstuff souvenirs on the way back to the…read morewharf for our ferry. Their sale prices for Tim Tams at $5 for 2 were better than at the quick mini mart by our hotel. Regularly priced at $3.65, which also beat out the $4 regular price at the Woolsworth Metro. I found Violet Crumble on sale here for $1 each vs their normal $2 price tag.

Terrific little grocery store! Found what we needed and checked ourselves out. Lots of good…read moreprepared and picnic foods.

A diverse range of home wares are here. Think the likes of the Freedom furniture store to name…read more Discounted prices on candles, artworks, furniture, buddha statues and kitchenware to name. Has some space, and elegant home decorating ideas come to the fore. Right inside Manly Ferry wharf, next to Aldi. Cheap prices with fairly good customer service. On weekends, things can get a little squishy. Plan your day out in Manly to admire before closing time at 5pm most days.

When is Daiso going to open up a location in my home city?!…read more All these cute little things and sundries. Great even for a tourist to come by and pick up some supplies since one cannot pack everything they need! Great selection and located right in Regent Place Sydney CBD.

If you have never been to Daiso, please check it out! You can probably find everything here and all…read more(yes, almost everything) $2.80! Good quality, good looking, good taste, e.t.c. Oh, I have to mention that there are another Asian products, too, here. Why I give 4 stars instead of 5? Because I have to wait for a long time to check out, always long ques. If they add more cashiers I will give them 5 out of 5! ここのダイソーはシドニーでは最大規模の一つと思われてお薦めなのですが、その人気のため常にレジが長蛇の列でテキパキとさばいているのでまずまずですが、これが４つ星の理由です。もう少しレジの数が増えれば（忙しいときだけでも）５つ星をあげたいと思いまあーす！

"No WAY", I think to myself as I wander around from the Corso. "I ALSO love Paris - Lulu and I…read moreshould be friends!" And Parisien Lulu seems on approach; the wrought-iron table and chairs outside the shop are reminiscent of long afternoons with an apertif on the Left Bank, the pink potted geraniums matching those everyone in Paris grows. The clothes in the store are also very Parisian - very chic, and only to be worn by attractive and thin women. There's no doubt that the store has a buyer with very good, very consistent taste - but is it Australia? Is it Manly? I think not... The prices are certainly like those in the Galaries Lafayette in Paris, or in the designer stores along Rue de Georges VII - at $500 plus, a dress from Lulu Loves Paris is certainly an investment. The sales staff are equally Parisien - chic, with perfect tans and long thin legs. However, unlike their notoriously snooty French counterparts, the girls in here are happy to help. For me, Lulu Loves Paris is a bit too Parisien - too much of a dream, not enough of somewhere my real self can shop.

Lulu loves Paris - I love you!!!…read more OMG how gorgeous is this store - based right in Manly - close to one of the best beaches in the world!!! Gorgeous range of items - and sensational service! Who could ask for more! Lulu you have restored my faith in shopping in my local neighbourhood - Every time i have lunch with friends we pop in always manage ti find something to tempt & delight! And your service is sublime! Can't wait to see you again!