The team at Micheli Jewellery did an amazing job on designing and creating my Fiance's engagement…read morering. The ring I chose was different to the standard diamond engagement rings where the center stone consisted of a light blue sapphire with smaller diamonds on the side with a diamond band. What amazes us is the color of the stone in the different light. My fiance has received numerous compliments from friends, family and strangers as the design is different and shows the beauty in a nonstandard engagement ring. I highly recommend the Micheli Jewellery. The team is very welcoming and looks after your every need.

I was recommended this little Jeweler hidden in a building in Swanson St when looking for an…read moreengagement ring when my husband proposed. I knew exactly what I wanted, but after going into store after store, I couldn't find it. I found many rings that had aspects of what I wanted, but nothing encompassed everything in the one ring. Peter Arnold is a kooky man with a strange sense of humour who managed to take in exactly what I wanted and turn it into my dream engagement ring. The carat and clarity of my diamond meant the ring I have would have cost three thousand dollars more than I paid had I brought it from a store. We also got our wedding rings made through him, as well as a ring left to me from my grandmother into a peal ring. I can't say enough about Peter Arnold, he is worth sitting down and having a chat with.

Agree with above posting in all ways...even the kooky point. You want the best - see Peter. We have…read morehad three rings made by him and he has done a first class job. Taz

I recently brought in a very stained and sad-looking silk wedding gown that I had made for my…read moresister (the groom likes red wine!) The team at Ferrari Wedding Gown Cleaners did a great job in getting it looking beautiful again. The fabric was extremely delicate, but any wear or marking on the dress that remains is extremely minimal. My sister and I are relieved that she will be able to cherish the dress for years to come. I would definitely recommend the services of this business.

My wedding dress was a bit of a jet-set. I brought her home from Mariana Hardwick in Brunswick,…read morerelocated her 70km to the family farm while we were renovating, then she jumped on a plane with me to Washington, D.C. for our wedding, withstanding a wear in 40-degree heat, and finally back (sometimes in the overhead compartment, poor thing) to Melbourne. As a testament to Mariana Hardwick craftsmanship, she was still looking beautiful, but after all that travel, heat and a bit of mud (our wedding was outdoors), it was definitely time for some care. When the people at MH insisted that Ferrari Wedding Gown Cleaners were the best in the biz for delicate fabrics, I knew they had to be good. Ferrari is totally across town from their store, so this wasn't a case of plugging their neighbor. They were right. Ferrari made my dress look absolutely new. It's beautifully pressed and preserved in acid-free tissue, stored very neatly in a white box, with easy care instructions affixed to it (which the lady detailed to me in person). They also held it for me for a few weeks after it was done, without hassling me in any way. It takes time (at least a few weeks) and can be a bit pricey depending on fabric. And it is a bit of a drive from the city (but there's a little parking lot outside. And! You can drive thru). All things considered, absolutely worth it.

We had them recover some dining room chairs for us. The work was outstanding. We were really…read morehappy with it. The chairs look great. Plus, the price was very competitive and the staff were nice and very efficient. All in all, a great experience. To conclude: highly recommended.

I am no married, not even close in fact, but I am a woman and therefore I do enjoy a sneaky squiz…read moreat wedding gowns. Thanks to Gwendolynne in Fitzroy my wedding has already been completely mapped out (just need the groom...) Gwendolynne is an actual person and she has been sculpting gowns for nearly 30 years now. Her spectacular wedding dresses have won awards all over the world and have been featured in every fancy magazine you can possibly think of. You won't find any frou-frou princess dresses here, but truly stunning and detailed gowns for the modern bride. Very fitted, lots of beading and something you won't see on any other bride strutting down the aisle this season. This boutique is a must-see for any budding Bride, but unless you're coming on a weekend you should certainly call ahead - Gwendolynne is often by Appointment Only.

I sent a very fine cashmere and silk scarf to Jenny for invisible mending- I live in Adelaide where…read moreapparently no one does this art- so when I tore a hole in my precious Italian scarf I did I google search and found her. After an email exchange where I sent her photos and then we chatted on the phone to agree on details, I was convinced she would do a good job. And did she ever! I cannot tell where the original hole was. Yes, she is expensive, but her services cost less than it would have to return to the village where I bought the scarf, which is of a quality impossible to find here. Definitely worth the price for your precious textiles.

Maureen is an absolute artist. She transformed my wedding dress from something very plain off the…read morerack (online shopping) into a stunning masterpiece that now fits me perfectly. Maureen is so welcoming and very talented, with just a couple of fittings she removed the ghastly inserts from the front of the dress, adjusted the fit, created a hook to hitch the back of my train and recut the neckline. Amazing! I now absolutely love my dress & am so grateful to Maureen! I would recommend her to anyone!

Be still my beating heart…read more This little gallery is like a modern treasure trove out of Arabian Nights. Luxurious and exciting, the experience of stepping into this gallery is simply divine. Cabinets laden with necklaces, rings, antique canes, precious stones and works of art will catch your eye. Beautiful, bold and stylish pieces are everywhere whether it be an antique broach and pocket watch or a modern and edgy ring or collar. It's overwhelming at first and you may need to sit down and catch your breath. Take it all in, breath deeply and continue to explore the collection. On a recent visit I was fortunate enough to view and purchase a couple of items from the Egyptian collection. Silversmiths and designers created unique items inspired by the current Egyptian exhibition at the Melbourne museum. The cross over between art and fashion was incredible and eye opening. Chunks of lapis lazuli and strands of sliver with images of Egyptian gods featured heavily. It was almost as impressive as the actual museum collection. The service is flawless and really makes the experience phenomenal. Knowledgeable, charming but not overwhelming the staff are a pleasure to be around and talk to. Services include restoration, engraving, valuations and more.

Perfect is not a strong enough word to describe the experiences we have had at Gray Reid. If you…read moreare looking for outstanding all round service, this is your place. Staff who are attentive and are genuinely interested; who only want the best for their customers is what you will really find. Staff who understand what you are looking for and will offer genuine advice. Proud to now say that my rings are made by their expert staff. Positive praise only.