DIRECT FACTORY OUTLETS (DFO)

With more than 90 factory outlets, DFO Homebush is a strong name in the outlet world. With savings of up to 70 per cent off normal retail prices at most outlets and the mix of designer label fashion and homewares, this centre is a must to visit.

The outlets at DFO sell mainly clearance lines, surplus stock at budget-conscious prices, seconds and samples. You can expect big discounts on ladies’ and men’s fashion, shoes, luggage, lingerie, jewellery and homewares.

Some of the great brands here include Peter Alexander, Pumpkin Patch, Converse, Bendon, Frat House, Dotti, Aquila, Jeans West, Seafolly, Tommy Hilfiger, Country Road, Industrie, Seduce, Charlie Brown, Puma, Barkins Collective, Lisa Ho, Polo Ralph Lauren, Colorado, Brands United (Calvin Klein, Davenport, Warners), David Lawrence, Jacqui E, Oroton, and Windsor Smith.

You could easily spend an entire day here, especially when there are two yummy food courts to tempt your tastebuds. With the extra convenience of free parking or the 525 bus from Strathfield Station that leaves every half-hour, there’s no excuse not to put DFO on your shopping list.