Championing the phrase "less is more", Prada has gained a world wide reputation for sharp, minimalist designs that celebrate the body contours. The Crown Casino store holds pride of place, overlooking the Southbank promenade where everyone can gaze longingly into its elegant interior. Prada began as a luggage company way back in 1913, so it is little wonder the handbags on display here are of the highest quality, as well as the absolutely fabulous footwear. And, the ladies' clothes; well, they go without saying. Style and sophistication.

Gorman was established in 1999 and slowly found its way into stores throughout Australia and today is worldwide. The name that offers modern women wear with a utilitarian style that has a girlish charm. This is visible in the trims, yarns, prints and finish, which also act as Gorman's stamp of recognition. Customized prints like stylized animals, geometric shapes act together with the fabric and style of the garments. The overall look of the clothes is uncomplicated with a certain youthfulness. Italian yarns in fine gauge is used for all knitwear, throughout the season. Fabrics like Japanese cottons, New Zealand wool and Italian leather are also used for the clothes, resulting the high quality.

For all those patrons of Christian Louboutin in Melbourne, you can treat yourself with a worthy shopping at Scanlan & Theodore. For the place has an amazing collection of footwear with red-leather soles; typical of Louboutin. Attractive stilettos in bright pink, olive green, blue, silver and a number of scintillating colors make for a perfect evening wear. Day shoes, boots, platform heels and over-the-knee are simply splendid here! Try holding your temptation if you can, you bet, you won't be able to!

The warehouse setting of Signet Bureau at the Fitzroy suburb of Melbourne welcomes visitors to its humble collection of dresses and shoes. Stacking an in-depth collection of few brands, rather than an assortment of many, is the philosophy with which the store runs. Indeed, there are only 3 labels on store, two of those, Ess. Laboratory and Munk, hold womens' clothing while Preston Zly is chosen for its collection of shoes. The collection of clothes and shoes are designed for casual as well as formal outings. Providing impetus to relatively modest designers, often such stores end up having something unique time and again.

Australia's first premium brand factory outlet mall, Brand Smart, brings style to bargain shopping. The 40 retailers providing merchandise at below normal costs include Esprit, Polo Ralph Lauren, Osh Kosh B'Gosh, Laura Ashley, Calvin Klein, Just Jeans, Colorado, Sheridan, Bed, Bath n'Table, Footlocker and Oroton. Cafe Design provides sustenance for weary shoppers. Ample parking available on site.