Loving Blume Clothing, Have bought several items and they are all really reasonably priced…read more Definitely my new go to........ Great job guys........

Attracted by the stunning blue dress that I saw in the window, I wandered into Lotus Blue. One of…read moreManly's many miscellaneous boutiques filled with beautiful things, Lotus Blue is, for me, window-shopping only territory. As much as I love some of the things in there, it's just too damn expensive - I can't spend $400 on a light! Or $700 on my beautiful blue dress... sad! Not exactly a clothes shop, nor a home wares shop, nor for jewelry, Lotus Blue is a classic Manly shop. So many beautiful things, employing pretty young girls selling things that nobody really needs - but oh, how nice they look!

Sammy & Sid is a vintage collection boutique store based on busy Pittwater Street in Manly. It…read moreholds a mixture of vintage and new clothing and accessories. The labels on this visit includes a choice of Marni, Camilla and Seven for All Mankind shoes. Items do not last very long in this store and you are invited to leave your details for new release notifications and they have a fantastic subscription blog for eager followers to watch out for any new items. Upon inspection each piece is in mint condition and worthy of the pricetags. Having vintage stores such as Frock Exchange in Clovelly, Eva's in Annandale and Mint Condition in Rozelle, Sammy & Sid's is proving to be a major contender.

I am a Manly local and have shopped at Sammy and Sid once - and their customer service was…read moreexcellent - they held on to my purchase til the next day as I didn't want to take it into the city with me (on the way to the big smoke) - very kind. I love my skirt I bought- it makes me feel great, esp with the kind backstory. Need to use this shop more....

I held my breath as I crept through the door, looking around for a Style Authority to chase me out…read morewith a look of icy disdain. Nobody. Hmm. I crept in a little closer, taking in the distressed wood surfaces, the minimalist racks. Aah, staffer is on the phone in the next room. I might have a moment then. Oh my. Akira Isogawa designs and superlatives are hardly strangers, but to see them up close is quite the experience. Don't misunderstand me, I consider Fashion TV a form of penetential torture to be endured while getting my hair cut, I don't think I've ever bought a Vogue, and couldn't care diddly about what the latest skirt length is this season. But beauty earns its own respect. The lady even flashed me a smile as I inched my way into the far room, growing bolder by the moment, but she didn't get off the phone, which was a blessing. I got to run my (very clean, honestly) fingers over the silk, and imagine what these cloudlike suggestions of clothing must feel like to wear. Some were on sale, but no, there's no way I can afford them. But thanks for not running me out, scissors slashing and hurling pins at vital acupuncture points. I feel like this should be categorised as 'Art Gallery', for which I should have left a gold coin donation in gratitude as I slunk away, silkily serene.

One great reason to visit this shop - it is filled with goodies by local designers. The gorgeous…read moregirls dresses are pieces I wish they had my size in. They are made by a Neutral Bay designer. The children's bean bag sofa chairs ($99) are made by local company Lelbys (really gorgeous these, made from varied tasteful fabrics that you wouldn't mind your own sofa to be made out of). They also had some interesting bead jewelery which wasn't of my tastes but I liked that they were pretty and unique - I imagine they would suit many others tastes. The paper pot plant cards complete with organic seeds and sweet power were lovely. Go hear for gifts made by local designers and their unique creations. Staff are helpful and friendly.

This shop is just full of beautiful bright Mexican style homewares and fashion. There also fabrics,…read morequilts, cushions and throws all have that bright turquoise and pink combination. Homewares include bowls, dishes, cups, trinket boxes and small pieces of furniture are handpainted in that 'gypsy caravan' floral style. And yes Kaftans are everywhere however there are some beauties to be admired and purchased from this treasure trove of riotous colour.

I stepped into this place out of curiosity because I always seem to walk by it. They also had a…read moresale sign in the window that announced all clothing (minus formal dresses) would be under $40. Thinking I'd be in for a bargain, I snuck in a quick look at what clothes they had on sale. Unfortunately, none of the things there were particularly to my taste - or clothes that I thought I could find cheaper at an arcade store. Then again, the shop caters to a late twenties or thirties market so it's a little out of my age bracket. What I mean by this is they weren't clothes that I'd wear to go clubbing or anything. It's quite a small boutique, right on one of the roads leading to the train station, so I'd expect plenty of commuters walking by. Maybe they'll have better luck than me finding something they like.

Overpriced and really bad customer service from the Manager herself. Will never return to this shop…read moreagain! Absolutely appalling!

"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!