If you love classic decorating and clothing and haven't discovered the Laura Ashley brand, then pay a visit to Laura Ashley at the Metro Shopping Centre.
Facing onto Unley Road and just up from the Cremorne Hotel, the Laura Ashley front window is always decorated with an array of classically beautiful home decorating items. From linen to lighting and cushions to curtains, if you've got the budget, they've got the piece to make your home into something special. Don't be scared off by the prices though. I'm a dyed in the wool bargain hunter and will always wait for the Laura Ashley specials to appear before I pick up my special piece. And even though my budget just won't extend to that gorgeous winged back chair covered in an exquisite fabric, I still like to visit the store for ideas on what's in fashion. And then there's always the opportunity just to admire beautiful things from afar. If 70's retro is your style then Laura Ashley is not the place for you but if you dream of living in an old English cottage one day, then I'd pay them a visit.
Clothes wise I really feel they've come a long way recently and they now have some great modern pieces in their range. Whereas once things were a little like your Nanna might wear, these days their style is much more in ilk of say Country Road or Witchery.
The staff at the Metro store are great and will go out of their way to help you whether you're in the market for fashion or furnishings. read more