ESSENTIAL COLLECTIONS

Get your jewellery and accessories direct from this fabulous designer/importer/wholesaler and you’ll be able to double your accessories budget. That’s because everything from the Essential Collections range is around 50 per cent off retail prices. You can replenish your wardrobe here with stunning jewellery, handbags, evening bags, shawls, garments, feathers, fascinators, watches and more. When we dropped in for a try-on session, we spotted an exquisite bangle made with genuine Swarovski crystals selling for $44 (usually $88). The jewellery collection features all the stones and styles you can imagine — from natural handcrafted pieces with shells and turquoise stones to pearls, semi-precious gemstones and crystals. The shoe range will fuel your footwear fetish with going-out shoes, work shoes and everyday footwear all selling for between $29 and $49 (rrp $89). And, if you’re still in the mood for more shopping after your spree here (who wouldn’t be?), Essential Collections also does party plans.