Got my phone set up without any issues. Alicia quickly assisted me getting a pre-paid sim and…read moreactivate it within minutes. I previously purchased prepaid wifi there, and service was great as well.

I absolutely love this shop. There aren't many retail stores in Concord, I could probably count…read morethem on one hand, and most of these cater to the over-40s demographic. The exception to this is Bra Boutique, a charming split-level establishment located on Concord's busy Majors Bay Rd (opposite Coles). Bra Boutique's name is somewhat deceiving. While there is an impressive range of bras and underwear available in store, this is just the tip of the iceberg. The swimwear section (downstairs) is what keeps me coming back every summer. Whoever picks the merchandise has impeccable taste. Whatever your size or shape, you will be able to find the perfect swimming costume at Bra Boutique. The healthy variety of bikinis, one-pieces and beach attire is impressive. Brands include Seafolly, 2 Chillies and Tigerlily. Cute, decedent knick-knacks and giftware are available at the front of the shop, and are perfect if you need a gift for your girlfriend, sister or mother. The great thing about Bra Boutique is that the shop is almost always empty, so you can take your time and peruse at your leisure. Service is often nonexistent, but this doesn't bother me too much. It's fun to rummage through an empty shop without an overenthusiastic teenager watching over your shoulder, asking for the tenth time if you need help with anything.

The last time I shopped at the Bra Boutique, I received friendly customer service and a helpful…read morenon-embarrassing fitting which made trying on and the whole shopping experience pleasant. The prices vary, though if you want proper quality, comfort and support you know that you will find it here. The Bra Boutique offer a huge product range including many brands from both Australia and internationally. They cater for all sizes and tastes. I would recommend Bra Boutique.

Sydney has one of the best beach cultures in the world, so it is no surprise that we also have some…read moreof the best bikini labels in the world. Tigerlily is one of those. The boutique on William Street does a good job of encapsulating what Tigerlily is about - classic, chic beachwear with a touch of Bondi boho. As Tigerlily's success has spawned over the years the price of their bikinis has gone up. You're looking at between $100-$200 for a set but the investment is well worth it. The quality of Tigerlily bikinis is excellent with very minimal fade or stretch no matter how much sun or surf they see. I think a Tigerlily bikini is a must have for any Aussie girl.

For women, the search for the perfect bikini is never-ending... unless, you've already discovered…read moreTigerlily. This great store offers the best swimwear for women of all ages. The bikinis are sexy, and fun. The fabrics and prints that they use in their products are unique and eye-catching, with a blend of fashion and classic themes. The staff are also really friendly.

I often fantasize about living in the 1950s, in a world where a boy in a Thunderbird picks me up,…read moretakes me to the Hop and spins me silly all night long. Although modern day realities have shifted, at least I can still dress in the styling of this iconic era. Retro Spec'd is not your average vintage store. The majority of its dresses are made new in the prints and patterns of the 50s. From flowery halter swing dresses to pin-up-esque pencil dresses, the designs are classic without that "used to be someone's grandmother's" smell. This store is a winner for anyone who wants to look rockabilly, punk, or just different from your typical Sydneysider.

The cutest clothes and best service. Everything is locally designed. They carry the cutest retro…read moredresses with unique and appealing designs that look great with a petticoat under. They also have great accessories like a seashell purse I got there. The ladies working there are so friendly and sweet too!

One of the most aesthetically pleasing fashion shops I've visited in Sydney. The shop is…read morebeautiful! The entire Camilla kaftan range is on show in the bright, colourful, airy shop, hanging from beams at different heights. The accessories and shoes are also sold here. The change rooms - wish I had taken a photo! The entry to each cubicle had a Moroccan theme with the curved door frames, different coloured interiors in each cubicle, complete with Arabic cushions on the floor! The waiting area is super cute, an oversized Arabic / Moroccan daybed with a bright matress and cushions. The sales staff are really helpful and friendly. One star down for the prices!

Latitude is a boutique lifestyle store located within Sydney Road Manly just off the Corso. It…read moredraws inspiration from beach lifestyle with casual elegance. Its a pleasure to browse through this store on a lazy Sunday afternoon with its beautiful casual clothing, accessories and decorative pieces for the home. A particular lampshade has caught my eye with wooden ribbon of strips curling down from its base would love the beachside water front home to go with it. Latitude also stock Papaya homewares and Sweet Papillion jewellery.

Love this cute little shop. Great gifts ideas and beautiful things for your home. There are some…read moreamazing clothes as well. Some items are a little over priced but that's often the case in Manly!

The Big Swim may be an annual ocean race from Pearl to Whale beach, dating back to 1974, but in…read moreBondi it doubles as a swimwear store. And a pretty darn good one at that. With an enviably good position right by the beachside Campbell Parade, this business has been cracking on for over 21 years. Who would have thought selling swimwear by Sydney's most iconic beach would be big business?! It's actually quite modest inside - and be prepared to fight the tourists - but the range is great. They stock Seafolly, Roxy, Watersun, Sunseeker and of course, Speedo. And bikini fans will be happy to know they sell separates, with tops ranging from A to F cups and bottoms from size 8 - 24. Buying swimmers can be a pretty traumatic experience - but with 21 years under their belts, The Big Swim have seen it all - and they're happy to help.

Need a new bikini to rock at the beach this summer? The Big Swim has you covered. What is small in…read moresize makes up for the incredibly large swimwear collection that lines the walls from top to bottom inside. Stocking all shapes and sizes, cuts and styles, you would be hard pressed to not find a bikini you love in here. If you need help, the lady who runs the store knows body shapes and will be happy to put forward her two cents. The bikinis are on the pricier side of the scale but that never stops me from walking out of here with 2 or 3 new bikinis. You can never have too many, right?

I've got my last two smart phones from these guys. Like most retail, the experience depends on…read moreexactly who you get to serve you. I've mostly had very positive experiences (though not all) - fast, efficient, friendly, knowledgeable. The only time that the service wasn't great I was in a hurry and had a trainee helping me... Argh! And the other staff weren't exactly very helpful towards the poor kid.

This store has plenty of competition as Optus, Vodafone and Allphones all have stores right next to…read morethis one in the World Square shopping centre. After deciding I needed a proper smartphone as my work Blackberry no longer cuts it - I was determined to sign up yesterday afternoon. Needless to say, I have signed up at this Telstra store. The same phone and plan was probably $10 cheaper at the competitors but having used Telstra mobile for the past decade and having no service issues - I was willing to pay for this reliability. I was tended to not long after entering the store by smiling staff as opposed to the Vodafone and Optus stores where I was left to browse phones and plans and had to get people's attention for service. So between the better customer service and carrier reputation - this store got my business this time.