Friends of Couture is definitely a friend of mine. In fact, this is one of my favourite places to…read moreshop. From great quality cardigans that won't lose their shape, to quirky dresses to fashion-forward tops and bottoms with the cutest prints. This is one store that doesn't shy away from prints. In fact, Friends of Couture seems to thrive on prints. If you're serious about dots, stripes, hearts, bows, checks, horses, owls, bears, moose, deer and cats, you'll love the stuff here. If you hate these prints - go elsewhere! Serious, monochromatic-addicts will hate it here. I love the quirky patterns, vintage inspired buys and spin-offs on classic prints that this shop does so well. Plus, it carries a good selection of handbags and accessories to complete your outfit with. Always make sure to check the back racks for sale products. Very often you'll find that perfect dress, scarf or cardi just waiting to be brought home by you.

The name already tells you exactly what they sell. And sometimes, we all need names like this…read more Short, sweet and totally obvious! I walked into this store looking for a suitcase and ended up buying a little clutch style bag with birds on it. From the outside, the store looks cluttered, messy but packed with goodies. And it's exactly the same inside. It'll take you a while to manoeuvre the small but fully-stocked store but you never know you might find something great, like I did! (And forget why you even went inside to begin with) I did eventually get a suitcase and have been very happy with both my purchases since.

I was almost ready to give up on my comfy ballerina flats that I bought in Spain because the heel…read morehas finally given way. I was sad, nostalgic even because these shoes have been everywhere with me. Then I found Leon's Shoe Repair and the world looked peachy again! Not only was I able to repair my red ballerinas but it only cost me $20. I was ecstatic because I had taken it to another shoe store before and they quoted me $80! Ridiculous! So if you're in the Malvern area and you've got boots/shoes that need some TLC, take them to Leon's.

Vinnies is one of those stores where it's SO BAD. It's just SO BAD…read more ~ Clueless customer service. Vinnies has an assortment of random trinkets that have no particular order and to be honest I'm not even sure if the staff knows what is in stock in their own store. When we asked if they have some sort of metal rod (to complete a costume), each employee kept referring us to another employee and we ended up in a long chain to the boss. ~ The stock is just random shit. And I do mean random, which is expected in a thrift store. You don't know if Vinnies will stock what you're looking for. But overlooking the unattractive laundromat looking atmosphere, the clueless staff, and general cheap quality of everything, occasionally you'll find some really cool stuff for a great price. It's so bad that it's good!

Have to totally disagree with the previous review. This is a really nice op-shop and over the years…read moreI have found quite a few good things. Recently they have become a bit too expensive so I don't come as often anymore and never bother looking at the clothes as they have overpriced everything and there is much better value elsewhere. However I think the layout and good order in the shop makes for easy browsing. I have always found the service very good. The fact they are opening on a Sunday now has lured me back a little more often. Worth a look if you are in the area.

I was extremely unimpressed with Angela. I found her to be rude, arrogant, useless and totally…read moreoverpriced. I took a dress to be taken in at the top and shortened. She charged me $100 and the top was not even straight !I will definitely not be returning there ever!

Such friendly staff and a vast range of sports shoes for almost every foot type. I went here…read morespecifically for trail running shoes but ones that would also suit me for the Oxfam Trailwalker 100km event. They were so patient whilst I tried on four different types to find the perfect fit. Also do ski boots, running and other sport shoes. Treadmills and hot spot machines are there to assist. 10% discount from 3rd visit on.

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