I love popping by and exploring what is new in the shop. Yesterday I found three great items and Merrilyn gave me a complimentary necklace and some bags of nougat. My new jacket is now my lucky jacket as I won a prize the first time I wore it. Well worth the trip.

Approximate cost: $50

Merrilyn has a never-ending range of good value clothing, changing every day. Always worth a look. Often there are real treasures to be found - and clothes that are twice or four times the price elsewhere. She has a good fashion sense and is really helpful without pressuring. She really cares that her customers get what they want and are happy and doesn't mind how many garments we try on. Don't be put off by the racks and racks of clothes. there are treasures in there.

Femme Chic is a gold mine for bargain hunters who want to still have individuality. Merrilyn has new stock in all the time, so keeps it moving with her greatly "reduced" racks. Lots of help without the pressure. The store is small, but so many lovely outfits. Found it in passing on my way somewhere else, popped in just for a look and bought 2 gorgeous funky modern dressy tops, $35 and$45 that are stunning. Merrilyn then GAVE me some earings to compliment them, and when I unpacked at home, I noted not only were the garments beautifully tissue wrapped, but a gift bag of nougat was in their as well. Little touches you just don't get anywhere. Worth a look. I will be going back.

Approximate cost: $Start from $10 rack