We’ve taken the stress out of your clothes shopping with a breakdown of five of Australia’s major fashion chain stores – a guide on where to stock up on trendy items and where to invest in timeless pieces.
By Sangeeta Kocharekar
This major chain store is a mecca for stylish girls across Australia. Bright colours and detailing make their clothes a standout. Sportsgirl designers trawl the globe to create fashion forward cuts and patterns.
Who Will Love: Trendy girls and hip young women
Price Range: $20 – $150
Rescu. Loves: Embellished tops and funky denim jeans
Chic women flock to this store for quality, well-tailored pieces. Portmans clothing flatters women of all shapes and sizes. Shop for work clothes and casual day wear at this chain store.
Who Will Love: Ladylike women of all ages
Price Range: $40 – $170
Rescu. Loves: Loose tops and knee length dresses
This Spanish import finally hit our shores last year with long lines snaking around the store. With versatile, well-made clothes perfect for both a day at work and for a night out, it’s no wonder this chain has a cult following, even among celebrities. Looking European chic is easy with Zara’s overwhelming selection.
Who Will Love: Professional women and trend setters
Price Range: $40 – $200
Rescu. Loves: Structured dresses and loose-fitting trousers
Looking fashionable on a budget is easy with Dotti’s ever changing range of fun and youthful stock. Choose from a selection of the latest trends of denims, dresses, tops, and jackets.
Who Will Love: Money savvy, fashion conscious girls
Price Range: $20 – $80
Rescu. Loves: Peter pan collared blouses and tight blazers
This inexpensive guilty pleasure store is a one-stop destination for trendy party wear and casual, daytime attire. Stock up on basic tees and fun evening-wear at cheap prices. Best of all, no one will guess how little your outfit cost!
Who Will Love: Stylish women
Price Range: $8 – $50
Rescu. Loves: Party mini dresses and festival-wear
