This is a nice spacious shop with plenty of parking and a cafe next door! Perfect…read more This shop sells awesome clothing - it has a whole stack of the Federation range (today I discovered a tshirt in a colour that wasn't even listed on their own online store; and which I now can't stop thinking about). Today I discovered they even stock that super cool label Wild Fox here. Lush. One day when I have heaps of money I'm gonna buy heaps of that and wear it to Coachella. I found the staff friendly and they put a clothing item I was wanting to try on in the changing room for me while I continued to browse. I did spot an amazing cat sweater for sale too (brand was Mr Gugu and Miss Go). Basically if you are after some awesome clothing , chances are you'll find something at Laundromat.

This store is a very recent discovery for me and I'm worried that now I've found it, I'm going to…read moreend up spending all of my money in here. They just have everything I've been looking for. Grey sweater: check. Doc Martens: check. Nice colours of Vans: check. They stock labels like Federation and Wildfox that I haven't seen in many other stores around the city, so you know you're almost guaranteed to be the only person wearing anything you buy in here. It's by no means a cheap store but all of the clothes are really well made and they're really different to items you'd find in chain stores. The store itself has a whole warehouse vibe to it and is really spacious with exposed brick walls and concrete floors. I love the fact that it's got a kids section, they've got some really cool printed tees and dresses that I kind of want for myself! Really must try to keep myself out of this place.

Little Stitch opened recently in Newmarket. It's a multi-brand womenswear store that caters to 30+…read morefemales. The best thing about the place, is that it stocks a lot of brands you don't see around the place. Mostly American labels, but others thrown in too. They're going to be getting in Rachel Zoe's range. Other highlights? Their cashmere and bags. My mother bought a dress from there recently, a navy shift. The pricing is on the higher end - this is nice stuff. I can imagine Remuera moms coming here and blowing a tonne of cash. Little Stitch is situated right next to Dry & Tea in that pocket of Newmarket behind Rialto that seems to be upwardly mobile of late. The store is pretty small but very clean and light and they've used their space really well. There are ample mirrors for those who are vain. Kidding. Kind of.

It's not often you walk into a store and want everything! Gorman is one of those places. Their…read moreclothes are different enough to warrant their price tag but not too crazy that you'd only ever wear them if you were to somehow transform into a runway model. They are for the every day, modern woman who is incredibly awesome. They have the most epic prints that you will only see at Gorman. My favourite piece from Gormans is their socks. Cheap enough to buy when you're short on cash but awesome enough to make an outfit look completely different. The best thing about Gorman in Newmarket is that now I don't have to fork out a huge airfare to Aussie for my Gorman fix. It's now right here for us to savour and enjoy. And also because not many people know about this store yet, you look like you've got a one of a kind piece just for you.

I really love everything about this store. This is Australian designer Lisa Gorman's only store in…read moreNew Zealand and it sells some really gorgeous pieces of women's clothing. Gorman specialises in dresses, tops and trousers in really cool, funky prints. I think the great thing about it is that the clothing can really be worn by anyone of any age. Nothing in there is ever too short in the hem or low cut on the bust, which is perfect for older customers, but the cuts and patterns ensure that the clothes still look really trendy and hip enough for a younger crowd. My favourite things though are the shoes and boots. I've got a pair of little Chelsea boots from here and they are so comfortable and really well made from real suede. They have lasted for ages and I wear them all the time. The store itself is really spacious and is all wooden floors and walls, making it feel really organic, which complements the clothing perfectly. It feels very light and airy in there, so you can really browse for ages and the staff are always really friendly and give great advice as they clearly know the products inside out.

This lovely store selling mostly women's clothing and accessories is a relatively new addition to…read moreAvondale. The woman behind the counter has always presented herself with a big smile ready to assist the potential customer. The clothing range predominantly stock bold colours and large print designs. Casual or elegant evening wear to chose from. I am especially taken with her gorgeous bags, casual beach bag styles with lovely designs, mostly modern or ethnic prints - for $10!!! I hope those prices stay the same as I am keen to stock up on some for presents for the many female family members later in the year. The clothing appears to be better quality than anything else I have seen in Avondale retail shops and I hope the business is here to stay. They are situated across the road from the local library a few doors down on Rosebank Road.

Think a mini Department Store like the one on the shore but no where near as far away. This store…read moreis such a treat to have so close to town. I love that Karen Walker has brought in other brands to her stores because it's so great to see what the other labels are up to. Here there's Karen Walker (of course), Topshop, Saint James, Julie Roffman, and a whole lot more. They've done such a great job of decorating the store. I love the huge pink horse in the middle of the store. You really feel like you're somewhere special. Maybe this is because they sell my favourite perfume, Flower Bomb. There are always wafts of this luxurious fragrance all around the store and it definitely sends me to my happy place! I also love Topshop's prices! It's like you're always buying something on special, they're so reasonably priced. There's nothing like feeling like a million bucks when you've only spent $100.

I've said it before and doubtless, I'll say it again: I miss Topshop. I miss having it there a five…read moreminute walk from where I worked in the UK. I miss the way the clothes always fit me perfectly and I miss their uncanny ability to always have the latest fashion trends. So imagine my surprise the first time I walked into Playpark by Karen Walker in Newmarket to go and buy a belt by the designer that I'd seen online and noticed that they've got a whole section of Topshop in the back of the store! They even do Topshop makeup (my favourite lipstick colours EVER). And that's not all they've got either, this gorgeous warehouse-like emporium (think florescent strobe lights and concrete floor) is an absolute treasure chest of not only Karen Walker but also Fred Perry Laurel Wreath, Happy Socks, Cacherel and more--an eclectic mix, but somehow, in amongst the giant plastic horses and floor to ceiling sized birdcage fixtures, it all works. I just want everything in here.

Pocket is like the Newmarket branch of MADE in the city. Both stores are owned by the same people,…read moreso it makes sense. It's kind of off the beaten track, behind Rialto cinemas in that little area on Kent Street that seems to be growing more and more popular by the day. It's standalone and the layout of the store is quite nice. They stock similar things to MADE - notably APC. They also do Karen Walker, Standard Issue, House of Holland eyewear, etc. There's men's and women's clothes and accessories, and as well as new, they stock some vintage. The staff were nice, friendly without being overbearing. I tried on a few things, walked out with a pair of really stonewashed 90s Levi's. I'd say the store fits somewhere inbetween Area 51/Black Box and Fabric in terms of prices and brands. My fashion/shopping expert friends thought I should give the place three stars but I think it's a bit above 60%, and extra points because I bought something. Worth a visit.

Another new discovery of mine and new favourite, I left this store with my wallet a little sore me…read morethinks, but who cares I got such lovely things! This is a brand new store which is part of the new street complex in Newmarket. It's a really lovely place, laid out beautifully and stocks labels such as Status Anxiety, Louis Vuitton, APC and Karen Walker as well as boasting a pretty awesome vintage section! Their prices were really reasonable and that is what I loved so much about this place, they hadn't conformed to the Newmarket trend and overpriced everything. I purchased a lovely leather bag for only $150 which I though was a real bargain, as well as one of Karen Walker's new season key-rings for only $29! The two staff working there was so nice to talk to and I felt really comfortable with them, not looked down upon which is sadly common in upmarket boutiques. I knew instantly that I had found my new favourite shop and I'm probably going to have to go back tomorrow and get those boots....yay!

Oh Lordy! Black Box has an outlet store! Why did I not know of this before now, I ask you…read more I originally first fell for the Black Box brand on my first foray into The Department Store in Takapuna. Now that I know they actually have their own store,and things are actually cheaper than where you would buy them originally I am hooked. It helps that they had a babe'n sales assistant on the day when I went in there, all dark hair and tatts and well dressed and oh my god did I tell you I love this store! He was actually very helpful. This isn't your typical outlet store, they actually have stuff that is being sold at other places at the same time, its not end of lines or just stuff that no one bought. It's cheap AND its not last seasons. As well as great clothes, they also do amazing shoes too. Sales assistant guy: call me!

WARNING, WARNING, WARNING. This place is dangerous with a capital D. It's got all the top brands…read moreyour could ever want at cheap prices. It's so good, but oh so bad. Every time I go there they've got something I desperately want and can easily justify to myself why I should have it. The clothes are good looking, good quality and are a good bargain. I'd go there especially if you want jeans because they have heaps of them and jeans can be really expensive. The staff are really helpful and being in such a good location, the shop is really handy for all those wardrobe emergencies. My biggest recommendation is that you go there before you go anywhere else because there's nothing worse than buying something only to see it way cheaper later on! Save yourself the pain and heartbreak by going there today.

I loooooovvvveee Ruby. I would love it even if it wasn't Kiwi. It's just straight-up one of my fave…read morelabels. I love it so much that I try stay clear of it, wait, whaaaattt?? I mean because I don't really have any money and I know that if I set foor in one of their stores I will fall in love with something and absolutely have to take it home. It's feminine, but strong. Pretty and cool. It's for full and part time fashionistas. And for people like me who are more like casual contractors. The clothes are really unique, both from other labels and within the ranges themselves. It's not cheap, but I still wear things from Ruby that i've had for years, and not only are they in great condition, I still get compliments on them. I am not a huge wearer of colour, but Ruby always manages to charm me. Love it.

I have a few Ruby pieces in my closet, which take pride of place over everything else in there. I…read moreguess my other clothing must feel pretty neglected sometimes, the way I take care of my Ruby stuff! No floordrobe for these items! My little sister originally put me onto this boutique, as she's an edgy little hipster who has her clothes bought for her by my sucker of a mother, for those of us who actually have to save up and buy a ruby piece ourselves. It is worth every cent. The clothing is New Zealand made and is truly unique, you can be guaranteed that you won't be looking like every other girl who shops at glassons, though now the secret has been let out of the bag there may be slightly more Ruby aficionado sightings around town!

Flying Saucers is such a cool little gift store. In the midst of all the crap you can buy in a mall…read moreit's a place with really high quality novelty gifts and some nice jewelry too. But it does come with a price. It's quite an expensive store and even things that are kind of disposable (like novelty bachelorette/bachelor night stuff etc) are sold at a premium price. But it's actually one of the very few places where you can find different, fun stuff. I really like their greeting cards too, there are quite a few funny novelty ones and they're always a bit of a laugh to look through. If you're trying to find a fun gift for someone who's hard to shop for or one of those people who kind of have everything they need, this is the shop to go to.