I always expect Vinnies in Newtown to be already pillaged by the hordes of op-shoppers that come…read moreespecially to Newtown for the shabby chic. But I am always surprised, because there is always loads of cool stuff in there, if you have the capacity and heart to sift through. It's open relatively late so if you have nothing to do after a dinner out and need some amusement, then go and find something shiny and spandex from another decade in Vinnies and get a giggle from your mates. I found an awesome beaded necklace here that people comment on... I don't tell them it was from Vinnies! Okay, actually I do after a while because I think it's pretty cool. When I'm in there I often think, okay, when I need a particular item of clothing for a particular one use occasion I am going to come here and find it for next to nix. Somehow I always forget though. Anyway, if you are on a budget, then get to vinnies to get some rad clothes and support a charity.

I normally don't leave reviews like this, but this really needed to be said. Monday afternoon, I…read morewas shopping with a friend since I was in serious need of some retail therapy. I love to thrift shop since I'm only a casual on a budget and there's some really good finds in the Vinnies that I've visited before. While that still stands true, the customer service was a mess. To put it bluntly, my friend and I were racially profiled. I was in line with my purchases when a girl at the counter looked at me up and down and rudely told me to go to the girl next to her instead. I didn't want to cause a scene, so I said nothing and moved along even though I was already insulted. And the thing is, it didn't end there. My friend is a little darker than me, and she was purchasing something to. We were both in the line at the other girl's aisle, and my friend was only looking at something on the display when the first girl had the audacity to accuse her of stealing something. When we were in line. With our money at hand. Really? The lady serving us apologised for her coworker and my friend overheard a conversation between her and the manager about how it was that girl's second day. Still, that was utterly unacceptable. Good products. But maybe Vinnies should screen their volunteers better.

Camilla and Marc is hot, simple, bold and stylish. Their designs launched in the year 2003 and have…read moregone from strength to strength. They have feature pieces to excite your wardrobe and the good old staples that will endure for seasons. The fabrics they use are sublime and will last for years, giving you the option of incorporating the items with your existing wardrobe. In 2007 they started their swimwear line which are cute, sexy and flattering. The material they use is so upscale and delicate. Please hand wash, just to keep the quality. Supreme clothes. They are definitely on a world wide trajectory.

Camilla and Marc is a must stop on a shopping trip to Paddington. This brother and sister Aussie…read moreduo have made a name for themselves in a major way on the Aussie fashion scene. The style is chic, modern and feminine. Without fail I fall in love with something here every season. Just yesterday a one shoulder ash color dress caught my eye - I stopped in to check the price. $440. Sadly I think my relationship with Camilla and Marc won't be consummated but a girl can dream!

Is there such a thing as too much choice? When it comes to donuts, no. When it comes to costumes, I…read moremean, I don't want to rule it out as an option but I almost got epilepsy in this place, which I guess is a good thing when you're looking for something to stand out at a costume party. This place has a metric ass-ton of costumes, it's hard to know where to start. Speaking of ass, I was half-assing my outfit for a party.... I just needed a mask. That's all, sadly. Which kind of sucked because from giant M&M outfits to period pieces, there's a lotta razzle dazzle in here, it's the sort of place you come when you want to one-up everyone at your ex-girlfriend's Halloween party and nothing less than the best will do. I actually wish I had that kind of party to go to because dreeeesss uuuuuppss! Ah well, Halloween is just around the corner.

The Elegant Edwardian High Tea I organised for some Yelp friends and I went off with a bang - and…read moreit went off with a bang in no small part thanks to this awesome shop. Two levels crammed full of costumes from every possibly historical period, right through to Star Wars and Star Trek and you-name-it-they-got-it costumes. Friendly, attentive staff make the burden of choice easy as pie and their helpful knowledge is abundant and impressive. Great pricing and an excellent hire policy round out the the experience to make this a 5 star business in my view. Truly awesome.

Fabulous shoes and service!…read more For years I have searched for well fitting shoes and finally I have found a store with reasonable prices and shoes that don't give me blisters :) Thanks Maria! Prices $$-$$$

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I came here because I thought my car seat fit was incorrect because the little one did not look…read morecomfortable at all in it. I was right, it was incorrectly fit. The job was expertly done, the little bloke is really comfortable now. The service was extremely friendly. I'd highly recommend.

The couple who run this store clearly love working with parents and their children. Highly…read morerecommend.