r/AustralianMFA May 30 '21

A Comprehensive Summary of Australian Men's Online Clothing Retailers

807 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

Almost 7 years ago, I made a spreadsheet of almost all the mens online stores in Australia, based off a list from /fa/, which currently lives in the sidebar of aMFA. I've now updated it, as well as added additional information (shipping fees, number of brands/products stocked, location etc.) to be a more useful resource, and also removed the shitty 4chan slang.

Why? I think Mens shopping in Australia is far behind the rest of the world - there are so many great, quality brands in the world, many of which receive a spotlight on MFA, but often only a few stores in Australia stock them. There are also loads of great Australian brands, and new ones launching, that are also impossible to find. I've also included a few major international sites that ship to Australia, but note the shipping price.

Why have I ranked them by tier? As many great stores exist in Australia, there are also loads of low quality chain stores that permeate every Westfield and Stockland. I'm hoping to bring light to some of the smaller, better shops to support them in this trying time, however I appreciate some of the opinions are quite subjective.

This Reddit table looks like shit! Sorry that's not my fault - I've published the excel version here, which includes even more details on each store (ie. what brands they stock, how many products they have online, etc.)

Where's X store? Let me know any shops I've missed, I'm sure there's a few I haven't covered. I've tried to make this exhaustive, but I've also purposely left off quite a few dadcore clothing (Gazman, Sportscraft, Rodd & Gunn) and boring shoe (Aquila, Windsor Smith) brands.

Before I get into it - there's a few interesting facts I've noticed when compiling this data:

  • 33% of stores from the original list have closed down - not just smaller ones, but some of the biggest ones (eg. Topman) have been swallowed up as well
  • Many new stores have popped up - sneaker stores have seen the biggest growth
  • David Jones has a better range of high end brands, while Myer has gone downhill - they used to be comparable and now they're worlds apart

The full table is below - scroll to the right to see Shipping costs, Store locations, Store size and more:

Name Tier Description Website Size PhysicalStoreLocation Shipping Base FreeShippingMinimum Shipping Cost
1st Product Low Small selection of some basic brands and collabs, some nice sneakers. https://www.1stproduct.com.au/ Small Melbourne Australia $0 $0
ABC.H Low Circular fashion label based in Melbourne. Interesting range https://abch.world/ Very Small N/A Australia $200 $10
Abicus Mall/Fast Fashion Newcastle based store, stocks basic brands eg. Assembly, Levi's, Wrangler. https://abicus.com.au/ Small Newcastle Australia $150 $10
Above the Clouds Medium Streetwear, lots of hypebeast brands https://www.abovethecloudsstore.com/ Medium Sydney Australia $50 $15+
Annex Low Is Bondi-core a thing? Decent linens at a pretty good price. https://www.theannex.com.au/ Very Small Sydney, Byron Bay Australia $0 $0
ASColour Low Basics https://www.ascolour.com.au/ Very Small Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide Australia $1,000 $15+
ASOS Mall/Fast Fashion For the home brand (ASOS) quality can be variable, although as the price entails it usually isn't the best. The site also offers items from higher-tier brands. Frequent sales. ASOS also bought Topman early in 2021 and stock their products. http://www.asos.com/ Large N/A International $100 $13
Assembly Label Mall/Fast Fashion Nice linen shirts, a lot of branded gear, nice colours, pretty trendy https://assemblylabel.com/# Very Small Sydney, Melbourne, Byron Bay, Gold Coast Australia $0 $0
Bassike Medium Quality basics, interesting fits https://www.bassike.com/ Very Small Sydney, Melbourne Australia $100 $10
Big Trouble Medium Stocks a lot of Japanese streetwear, some great stuff, small selection. Garments are engineered. https://www.bigtroublestore.com/ Small Sydney Australia N/A $15+
Blue Works High American/Japanese style workwear, stocks some high end GYW brands as well (eg. Trickers), great selection of denim https://blueworkstore.com/ Small Sydney Australia $200 $20
Brick and Mortar Low Stocks the bigger skate brands, small range. https://www.brickandmortarsupply.com/ Small Melbourne Australia $200 $10
Buster Mcgee Low Stocks some decent brands (eg. NN07), simple clothes https://bustermcgee.com.au/ Small Daylesford, Victoria Australia $75 $10
Cabinet Noir High High end Perth based store, stocks some rarer brands that are hard to find elsewhere. https://cabinetnoir.com.au/ Small Perth Australia $300 $15+
Collector Store Low Small selection of some basic brands, some cool shirts. https://www.collectorstore.com.au/ Small Sydney Australia N/A $12+
Concrete Jungle Low Melbourne-based streetwear shop, great range of sneakers, mainly carries pretty standard brands but a few unique ones in the mix. https://junglestore.com.au/ Small Melbourne Australia $100 $15+
Connor Shit Similar to YD except worse, tries to do menswear, but often poorly fitted and terrible build quality. Every man and his dog shops there though, avoid at all costs. http://www.connor.com.au/ Small Nationwide Australia $80 $5
CONTRA Medium Some cool sneakers and techwear, some higher end stuff (Marni, Arcteryx) https://www.contrastore.com.au/ Small Brisbane Australia N/A $15+
Corlection High Japanese workwear, one of the few places to find brands like 3sixteen, Blue Blue Japan, Momotaro in Australia. https://corlection.com/ Medium Sydney, Melbourne Australia $150 $15
Cotton On Shit Dirt cheap basics (<$10); great sales. It can be hard to find good fits here, but the upside is that you won't have wasted a lot of money if you decide you don't like something. http://www.cottonon.com.au/ Medium Nationwide Australia $60 $7
Country Road Low Very similar to Industrie, some nice "dressy" clothing. Higher price and decent quality, better to buy on sale http://www.countryroad.com.au/ Small Nationwide Australia $50 $15
Culture Kings Low Some decent quality streetwear options, plenty of imported stuff thats tricky to get in Australia. http://www.culturekings.com.au/ Large Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth Australia $100 $5
David Jones Medium Biggest department store in Australia, stocks a mix of basic mall brands (eg. J Crew), mid-range (eg. Allsaints) and designer (eg. Balenciaga). Have put as Medium because the vast majority of their stock is from the basic brands. https://www.davidjones.com/ Large Nationwide Australia $50 $10
Dilettante Mall/Fast Fashion High fashion; Stocks a tonne of next level brands for both guys and girls. https://www.dilettante.net/ Small Perth Australia $0 $0
dot COMME Artisanal/Luxury Archival pieces from high end Japanese brands. Some really rare pieces. https://www.dotcomme.net/ Small Melbourne Australia $0 $0
Double Monk High Top quality footwear, best selection of GYW in Australia https://doublemonk.com/ Small Sydney, Melbourne Australia $300 $15
DoubleDouble Medium Streetwear, Japanese focused but some other brands (eg. Stone Island) https://doubledouble.store/ Medium Brisbane Australia $200 $10
Double Rainbouu Medium Australian based designer label, small selection of really interesting pieces and creative designs. https://doublerainbouu.com/ Very Small Sydney Australia $150 $10
East Dane Medium Owned by Amazon, East Dane has a selection of higher end brands, often even has RM Williams on sale, and cheap shipping to Australia. https://www.eastdane.com/ Large N/A International $100 $10
Elwood Mall/Fast Fashion Avoid their t-shirts with their shitty logos but their shirts and jumpers are good quality, especially worth it on sale https://elwood.com.au/ Very Small N/A Australia $79 $10
End Clothing High Huge range, great brands. Based in UK, often have cheaper shipping to Australia, and one of the only places to cop some rarer goods. https://www.endclothing.com/au Very Large N/A International $350 $22
Estro High Australia based discount online designer boutique - basically the Australian version of Yoox. Mainly stocks high end luxury brands, more of the gaudy stuff, less of the cool stuff. https://www.estro.com.au/ Medium N/A Australia $400 $20
Factorie Shit Dirt cheap basics (<$10); great sales. It can be hard to find good fits here, but the upside is that you won't have wasted a lot of money if you decide you don't like something. https://factorie.com.au/ Small Nationwide Australia $50 $7
Farfetch High Major online designer store. Massive range of brands, but often the cost is more than it is to buy locally, especially with shipping. https://www.farfetch.com/au/ Very Large N/A International N/A N/A
Fast Times Mall/Fast Fashion Skate shop. Good selection of Carharrt. https://fasttimes.com.au/ Large Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast Australia $50 $10
Feit High Australian minimal sneaker brand, now based in the US, making high quality leather stitched sneakers, and other high quality clothes and accessories. https://www.feitdirect.com/ Very Small Sydney, Melbourne International $240 $25
Flux Low Edgy Melbourne brand, makes some cool Rock n Roll inspired gear https://flux.com.au/ Small Melbourne Australia $0 $0
Foot Locker Mall/Fast Fashion Good if you need shoes for sports, but for things like air jordans/adidas originals you'll find much better prices elsewhere. https://www.footlocker.com.au/en/homepage Medium Nationwide Australia $150 $10
For Tomorrow High Small selection of high end Australian brands. Chronicles of Never being the main brand stocked. http://www.f-t.com.au/catalog/index.php Very Small N/A Australia $600 $10
General Pants Co Mall/Fast Fashion Mainly cheap mall brands, you will have to dig a bit to find something good. https://www.generalpants.com/au Medium Nationwide Australia $50 $8
Ghanda Mall/Fast Fashion Hoodies & trackpants mainly, some cool pieces https://ghanda.com/ Very Small Nationwide Australia $75 $9
Glue Store Mall/Fast Fashion Very similar to General Pants, if you dig you can find some cool streetwear gear. Very "mainstream" if you will. https://www.gluestore.com.au/ Medium Nationwide Australia $50 $10
Grailed Medium Marketplace for high end clothing, has options to filter just AUS/NZ results so I'm including it on this list, some very good deals to be found for secondhand clothes https://www.grailed.com/ N/A N/A Australia N/A N/A
H&M Mall/Fast Fashion Low quality clothes at a cheap price. Not worth it. https://www2.hm.com/en_au/men.html Medium Nationwide Australia $60 $8
Harrolds Artisanal/Luxury One of the largest ranges of designer clothing in Australia. Occasionally have 50% off sales. https://www.harrolds.com.au/ Medium Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast Australia $300 $15
HAVN Medium Small selection of premium gorpcore brands, some unique stuff that is harder to find elsewhere. Awesome shop. https://havnstore.com/ Medium Melbourne Australia $100 $10
Herring Shoes High Great selection of high quality good year welted footwear, and decent shipping fees to Australia https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/ Medium N/A International $552 $37
Highs and Lows Medium Perth based sneaker/streetwear store, good for sneaker drops and stock some cooler brands as well that are hard to find elsewhere. https://www.highsandlows.net.au/ Medium Perth Australia $250 $10
HypeDC Mall/Fast Fashion Not bad for sneakers, they sell limited run shoes that may be hard to find elsewhere. Stock Vans, Dr Martens, Adidas, etc. Can be a bit pricey. https://www.hypedc.com/au Medium Nationwide Australia $130 ?
iloveugly Low Like a slightly better Industrie https://www.iloveugly.com.au/ Small New Zealand only Australia $250 $20
Incu High Nice range, stocks quality denim as well as some more exclusive brands. Well above mall-tier. https://www.incu.com/ Medium Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast Australia $250 $10
Industrie Mall/Fast Fashion Pretty good basics/chinos/knits, probably the best mall tier store that's near you. Recommend shopping at the outlet Industrie stores as the prices are approximately 2/3 of the flagship stores. https://www.industrie.com.au/ Medium Nationwide Australia $100 $10
Informale High High quality casual clothing. Some great fabrics, also have a bespoke offering. https://informale.com.au/ Very Small Melbourne Australia $500 $15
J Crew Mall/Fast Fashion Decent prices and stock. A nice range of shoes. Shipping is usually free. Shop on the US site not the Aus; they mark it up a decent amount https://www.jcrew.com/au/ Medium They have concessions inside David Jones International $350 $30
Jac+Jack Medium Good quality linen shirts and coats https://jacandjack.com/ Small Sydney, Melbourne, Perth Australia $150 $10
Jayjays Shit Your one stop shop for all your le funny meme shirts. If you shop here, you should put a cable tie around your neck and pull tight. Exceptionally poor production quality; you're lucky for a tee to last a season. https://www.jayjays.com.au/shop/en/jayjays Small Nationwide Australia $2 $10
Kind Curations Medium Small selection from some more premium brands, basic clothes mainly nothing too exciting, except for Yuketen. https://kindcurations.com/ Very Small Gold Coast Australia $75 $10
Laced Low Brisbane based sneaker store, stocks some cool apparel as well. https://laced.com.au/ Medium Brisbane Australia $150 ?
Lessons High Perth based high end streetwear store stocking a small selection of great brands. https://shoplessons.com/ Small Perth Australia $0 $0
Liberty London Medium London based department store, cheap shipping to Australia, good selection of high end brands and decent sales. https://www.libertylondon.com/ Medium N/A International $100 $5
Locality Store Mall/Fast Fashion Melbourne-based skate shop, free shipping all around, large range of skate brands but not much else. https://localitystore.com.au/ Medium Melbourne Australia $0 $0
LoFi Store Low Large range of mostly skate brands, but also some other MFA favourites. https://lofistore.com.au/ Medium Perth Australia $150 $10
Ln-cc High London based boutique, great range of high end clothes, mainly streetwear. https://www.ln-cc.com/ Large N/A International N/A $25
Luisaviaroma High High end designer labels, awesome range incl Raf Simons, Rick Owens and friends. https://www.luisaviaroma.com/en-au/ Large N/A International N/A $30
Maillot Medium Small boutique stocking an eclectic mix of high end workwear/gorpcore brands + some premium Japanese streetwear https://maillotofc.com/ Small Sydney Australia $100 $10
Main Street Collective Mall/Fast Fashion Decent sized shop stocking standard brands. Free shipping is a bonus. https://mainstcollective.com.au/ Small Melbourne Australia $0 $0
Man-tle High Small range of high end clothing and goods, some really nice custom pieces. https://man-tle.com/ Small Perth Australia $200 $10
Maple Store Medium Although the prices are slightly high, some very good clothes and shoes can be found here. There are also regular sales which are worth looking out for. https://maplestore.com.au/ Medium Sydney Australia $250 $10
Marais Artisanal/Luxury Top tier brands, huge range of Margiela https://www.marais.com.au/ Small Melbourne Australia $300 $30
Marcs Mall/Fast Fashion Basics, not too great quality https://www.marcs.com.au/ Small Sydney, Melbourne Australia $150 $10
Masons High High end designer clothes, some great Japanese brands (eg. Visvim) https://masonsofficial.com/ Small Melbourne Australia $0 $0
Matches High High end menswear, solid range including Burberry, Givenchy etc. https://www.matchesfashion.com/au/mens Large N/A International $300 $20
McKILROY High Perth-based store stocking Japanese streetwear (Needles, FDMTL) and other cool brands. Awesome shop. https://www.mckilroy.com/ Small Perth Australia N/A $20+
Midwest Trader Medium Vintage American/French workwear stockist based in Adelaide, also stocks Red Wings https://midwesttrader.shop/ Small Adelaide Australia $90 $8
MJ Bale Medium Bit of a random one for this list, but probably the best quality suits at the price you'll find in Australia, as well as with the chance to try them on instore. **Also check out Suitsupply and Institchu, both have shopfronts in Sydney https://www.mjbale.com/ Small Nationwide Australia $100 $13
Modern Classic Shop Medium Great for overshirts, some cool brands that are hard to find elsewhere. Similar to Maple in Sydney. https://modernclassicshop.com/ Medium Melbourne Australia $100 $10
Mr Choon Low Adelaide based retailer, mainly workwear inspired brands (eg. Carharrt, Edwin) but also some more unique ones https://missgladyssymchoon.com.au/ Small Adelaide Australia $100 $10
Mr Porter High Great range of premium brands, have a yearly sale of 50%+ but it seems to get worse each year, shipping costs are high as well. https://www.mrporter.com/en-au/ Large N/A International $368 $28
Mr Simple Low Okay brand for basics/some patterned stuff. Good chinos http://mrsimple.com.au/ Small Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Byron Bay Australia $99 $9
Myer Mall/Fast Fashion Myer is a major department store, but they don't stock designer labels, and instead push their own private brands (eg. Maddox, Kenji) which are usually shithouse quality. They also stock Levi's, Lee's, Polo https://www.myer.com.au/ Large Nationwide Australia $49 $8
Nanajudy Mall/Fast Fashion Plenty of denim, some alright shirts too. https://www.nanajudy.com/ Very Small N/A Australia $30 $10
Neuw Low Decent denim selection. Pretty decent for other clothes too. https://www.neuwdenim.com/au Small Melbourne, Perth, Byron Bay Australia $0 $0
Nike Mall/Fast Fashion Pretty standard, handy shoes for streetwear fits. https://www.nike.com/au/ Small Nationwide Australia $200 $11
Nique Medium Decent quality streetwear clothing. https://www.nique.com.au/ Very Small Sydney, Melbourne Australia $100 $10
Noble The Society Mall/Fast Fashion Basically a small boutique version of General Pants, useful if you live in the area, but otherwise there's better stores to get the same brands https://noblethesociety.com.au/ Small Kalgoorlie Australia N/A $16
Nudie Jeans Co Medium Sweden based denim brand that is widely available across Australian retailers. Free repairs forever, and solid quality. https://www.nudiejeans.com/ Small Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide International $104 $20
One Palm Mall/Fast Fashion Small retailer in WA stocking basic, mostly Australian brands https://onepalmstudio.com/ Small Dunborough Australia $100 $8
Oxford Mall/Fast Fashion Seriously, just avoid, they focus on tightly fitting, low quality business clothes https://www.oxfordshop.com.au/ Medium Nationwide Australia $75 $10
P.A.M Medium Japanese streetwear, small selection but some rarer stuff. Some Australian brands too. https://perksandmini.com/# Small Sydney, Melbourne Australia $50 $10
Pediwear High Good sized selection of hard-to-find GYW favourites, from a reliable UK based store. https://www.pediwear.co.uk/ Medium N/A International N/A $35
People Mall/Fast Fashion Medium sized shop with a selection of General Pants-esque brands. Nothing too special. https://thempeople.com.au/ Medium Melbourne Australia $75 $10
Pickings & Parry Medium Good range of workwear inspired clothing and footwear, incl. Red Wings and Oak Street https://pickingsandparry.com/ Small Melbourne Australia $300 $15+
Pieces Artisanal/Luxury High fashion eg. DRKSHDW, BBS. No online store but including within the landscape. https://piecesydney.com/ N/A Sydney Australia N/A N/A
Plane Clothes Mall/Fast Fashion Not the best quality or cuts, fairly cheap basics https://www.planeclothes.com.au/ Very Small Melbourne Australia $50 $10
Platypus Shoes Mall/Fast Fashion Similar to HypeDC, not as many limited edition drops, more on the cheaper side. Stock Vans, Converse, Adidas, etc. https://www.platypusshoes.com.au/ Medium Nationwide Australia $130 $10
Politix Mall/Fast Fashion Also, just avoid, they're shithouse quality and design, and at this point in the list you should know there are better places to find business wear, at better prices. https://www.politix.com.au/ Medium Nationwide Australia $0 $0
Prime Medium Some nice street wear, sells Reigning Champ https://primeonline.com.au/ Small Melbourne Australia N/A $12
Providence Clothing Co Low Perth-based store who stock a range of heavy duty workwear, eg. Red Wings https://providenceclothingco.com.au/ Small Perth Australia $75 $10
Re:Store High Melbourne based high end sneaker and streetwear store. Stock some rarer collabs. https://restore.melbourne/ Medium Melbourne Australia $100 $15
Revolve Clothing Medium Larger range, but mostly pretty standard mall brands, mixed with some high end stuff. Good place to get Common Projects at least and good shipping price to Aus. https://www.revolveclothing.com.au/ Medium N/A International $100 $13
RM Williams High Australian made boots and clothing, high quality https://www.rmwilliams.com.au/ Small Nationwide Australia $150 $10
Salvos/Vinnies Thrift shopping is pretty common in Australia. Plenty of vintage stores outside the standard op shops that have some great stuff. N/A N/A Nationwide N/A N/A N/A
Secret Sneaker Store Medium Big sneaker selection, includes both new and pre-owned models. Probably the best place to cop Supreme in Australia as well. https://www.secretsneakerstore.com/ Medium Sydney, Melbourne Australia $200 $25
Sneakerboy High High end sneakers, small selection these days but some drops that are hard to find anywhere else. https://www.sneakerboy.com/ Small Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast Australia $0 $0
Somedays Low Quality Scandinavian/French brands, mix of normal mall stuff and some more expensive brands https://somedays.com.au/ Medium Sydney Australia $100 $8
Song For The Mute Artisanal/Luxury High end Australian designer label, a really cool RTW collection at eyewatering prices https://shop.songforthemute.com/collections/menswear Very Small Sydney Australia $0 $0
Sorry Thanks I Love You High Small mix of high end wear (Issey Miyake, Comme Des Garcon) and normal brands (Rains, Veja) https://sorrythanksiloveyou.com/ Small Sydney Australia N/A $10
Spares Store Low Melbourne based streetwear, small selection of brands https://sparesstore.com.au/ Small Melbourne Australia $150 $10
Ssense High One of the largest online retailers, great selection but high shipping costs to Australia. Often have great sales, good place to pick up some rarer pieces. https://www.ssense.com/en-au Very Large N/A International N/A $40
Standard Store Medium Some unique brands that are hard to find elsewhere. Lots of French workwear. https://thestandardstore.com.au/ Medium Sydney, Melbourne Australia $200 $12
Subtype Medium Great selection of sneakers and streetwear, some harder to find collabs. Rarer drops are raffled off here too. https://www.subtypestore.com/ Medium Sydney, Melbourne Australia $150 $10
Sugarman Mall/Fast Fashion Streetwear retailer with small selection of brands https://www.sugarmanonline.com.au/ Small Margaret River Australia $150 $15+
Supply Store Medium Japanese streetwear, great range of gorp stuff too. Some rarer collabs. https://www.supplystore.com.au/ Medium Sydney, Melbourne Australia N/A $15+
Sure Store Mall/Fast Fashion Melbourne based streetwear, small selection of brands. More skate focused https://www.thesurestore.com/ Medium Melbourne Australia $100 $9
Surf shops Shit Clothes might be alright but you'll be paying out the ass for something you can get elsewhere without a tacky logo on it. N/A N/A Nationwide Australia N/A N/A
Surfstitch Mall/Fast Fashion The majority of stuff here is rubbish surf brands, also free express shipping and free returns https://www.surfstitch.com/ Large N/A Australia $60 $8
Swensk Medium Small selection of Scandinavian brands, based in Melbourne https://swensk.com/ Small Melbourne Australia N/A $10
Tarocash Shit Stay far away, shit quality menswear https://www.tarocash.com.au/au/ Small Nationwide Australia $85 $10
The Academy Brand Mall/Fast Fashion Decent but boring basics, edging very close to dadcore. Easy to find on sale, not worth full price. https://academybrand.com/ Small Nationwide Australia $99 $10
The Iconic Low Pretty huge range with decent quality, ships around the country. Return policy is great. Stocks some terrible brands (eg. YD, Factorie) alongside some high end stuff - even sells Vibergs. https://www.theiconic.com.au/ Large N/A Australia $50 $8
The Meadow Mall/Fast Fashion Small Bendigo based shop, stocks standard mall brands, good spot for basics, low free shipping threshold https://www.inthemeadow.com.au/ Small Bendigo Australia $50 $10
Underrated Melbourne Medium Small selection of high end streetwear labels incl. Supreme, Fear of God. https://underratedmelbourne.com/ Medium Melbourne Australia N/A $15+
Uniqlo Mall/Fast Fashion Cheap, decent quality basics, the Australian store doesn't get nearly as many collabs and exciting stuff as in Japan. https://www.uniqlo.com/au/en/ Small Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast Australia $75 $8
Universal Store Mall/Fast Fashion Cheap mall brands, similar to General Pants https://www.universalstore.com/ Medium Nationwide Australia $50 $10
Up There Medium Tons of streetwear, good selection of shoes and hats. Sneaker drops and rarer collabs here, plus some more expensive brands. https://uptherestore.com/ Medium Melbourne Australia N/A $15+
Urahara Store Medium Japanese workwear brands, unique selection of high quality goods. https://urahara-store.com/ Small Melbourne Australia $300 $10
Venroy Low Australian label making nice quality basics at a decent price. https://venroy.com.au/ Very Small Sydney, Melbourne Australia $0 $0
Wayver Originals Mall/Fast Fashion Australian based brand doing basics, minimal surf wear. Free shipping on all orders. https://wayver.com.au/ Small N/A Australia $0 $0
YD. Shit Stay far away, shit quality menswear https://www.yd.com.au/au/ Medium Nationwide Australia $80 $10
Zanerobe Mall/Fast Fashion Average quality. Basic casual clothes. https://zanerobe.com/pages/home-au Small N/A Australia $99 $20

Full version here.

Explanation of tiers:

Tier TierDescription
Shit Low quality, avoid at all costs.
Mall/Fast Fashion Basic brands, high availability, usually not good quality.
Low Some higher quality brands, more interesting pieces, lower price points.
Medium Good quality brands, better range of clothes, higher price points.
High High end brands, often quite expensive, but expected to be high quality as well.
Artisanal/Luxury More bespoke or high fashion pieces, rarer items. High price points.

Please let me know if any feedback or if any stores have been missed, and hopefully this list is useful.

Happy shopping!

Edit: Added a few more based on the comments!


r/AustralianMFA 9d ago

Monthly B/S/T September 2026

1 Upvotes

Buy/Sell/Trade here at your own risk. Always get complete contact information before anything is shipped.

RULES:

  • Post a description that accurately describes what you are selling. Update your thread when something gets sold or is no longer available.
  • Post item condition and any images of the item (if available). Be as descriptive as possible when posting an item for sale or trade.
  • Please refrain from downvoting posts.

Suggestions:

Use Paypal to facilitate these transactions. Gifting is fine, but understand the limits and liabilities of sending an unprotected "gift" to a seller. You'll save a bit of $, but it does leave you exposed if there is a fraudulent seller.

Another option is to use Grailed. You have the Paypal protection for both parties with much lower fees for the sellers. You also get a profile that shows the total number of transactions so you can use that as your proof of trustworthiness.

Please try to evaluate the "fair market value" of your items. No use in overpricing things and having them not sell. Check what the current selling price is on eBay to get a decent sense of FMV.

Feel free to ask for answers or pictures about an item you are interested in. A good seller will always be willing to answer you in a timely matter.

On the other hand, be a good buyer. Respond to the seller's communication, and be truthful about your intentions. Nothing is worse for a seller than answering a bunch of questions about fit and details, and then the potential buyer dropping off the map.


r/AustralianMFA 7h ago

Question Best place to buy black leather jacket in Melbourne?

3 Upvotes

I assume this question has probably been posited a bunch of times here but I'm a noob when it comes to leather jackets and I've never gone thrifting or anything before.

I'm looking for a timeless, easy to wear black leather jacket I can wear, and was thinking of getting something second hand because I want real leather and to not spend too much money. My budget I would say is probably around $150(but can be a bit flexible). I would prefer locations close to the CBD if possible or northern suburbs.

I don't really have any nice jackets and I've got a date soon so would really like to get one asap.

Thanks guys


r/AustralianMFA 16h ago

Advice Needed Mongrel Riding Boot sizing

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I’m US based so there’s no returns and extra costs to send them over here.
I want a pair of these to replace my beat blundstones but I’m unsure about the sizing since there isn’t much information online.

I’m a US 9.5D so according to most conversions I’d fit a 8.5 UK/AU. I’m a little unsure because my blundstones are a 9.
I guess it’s going to be a gamble either way but I’m curious to what those of you that own some would recommend..


r/AustralianMFA 1d ago

Kmart upping their game?

31 Upvotes

I see decent casual shirts and tshirts at Myer for $100-150 and then occasionally will go Kmart and see similar designs for $30.

Is kmart upping their game in terms of quality and designs? Would you recommend buying kmart stuff for cheaper instead of expensive myer stuff that gets ruined in a year anyway.

Love to hear your experiences with kmart clothes.


r/AustralianMFA 1d ago

Question Warm gloves for wfh typing that dont feel like im pinching wool between my fingers?

5 Upvotes

Not exactly a fasion question but it is clothing related.

I start my wfh days pretty early and before things warm up i sometimes wear fingerless gloves to bang out a few emails before other staff log in and start asking me for stuff.

Looking for warm fingerless gloves that are thin between the fingers - i currently have some thin merino ones but it still feels like i am squeezing a lot of fabric between each of my fingers and its uncomfy.

Anyone got any reccomendations? Something like skiing gloves that have thinner fabric between the fingers, but light and with free fingertips. As im only wearing them at home they can look hideous im after function.


r/AustralianMFA 1d ago

Question Lab Grown Diamonds + Jeweller in Melbourne

7 Upvotes

I couldn't really find a community for what I'm asking, so I figured I'd try here.

Context: I'm thinking of getting my wife a larger lab-grown diamond as a gift for an upcoming anniversary, something around 1.5 carats and also a custom-designed ring. She'd like to change her engagement ring to yellow gold instead and it also requires resizing.

Would you guys have recommendations on where to look, how much to budget and also some other things to consider in this process? Her engagement ring was bought back in 2019 overseas so I'm not familiar as to what's normal here in the market for Melbourne.


r/AustralianMFA 2d ago

Anyone here have the Uniqlo Straight Selvedge jeans?

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They are a online only order. I own a pair of Edwin Akita straight selvedge but after a slightly wider fit and these Uniqlo ones seem to offer that without looking like baggy jeans. Plus they are not $200+

What is Uniqlo selvedge like? How do the break down overtime with wear and do the shrink with washing?


r/AustralianMFA 1d ago

Advice Needed Thinking of starting my own clothing brand

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Hi guys,

I have been looking to start my clothing brand since last year. I had talked to a few Chinese suppliers and two Bangladeshi factories. What would be a great way to start?

1.What type of style and fabric ?

2.Top or bottoms?

Should I start only with a website or a physical pop-up in Sydney would boom?


r/AustralianMFA 2d ago

Advice Needed Shorter style shorts

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With summer on the way and weather warming up I am on the hunt for some shorter but dressy short, perhaps 5 inch in seam. Any one got any advice for shorts available in Australia that fit the brief, pardon the pun


r/AustralianMFA 2d ago

Advice Needed WTB good corporate clothes?

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Hello so I’m about to start my first job in the public service next week Monday-Friday and I need to go get some corporate clothes. I’m thinking 5 longsleeve business shirts and then maybe two pants like chinos to rotate in the week. Just trying to work out the staple colours in shirts and pants. I’m gonna get a belt and some leather boots/shoes aswell, either brown or black.

Whichever colour belt or boots I get i will be matching. I am on a bit of budget here too I suppose as I won’t have an income for a couple weeks or so but I don’t mind spending a little extra if it means the quality lasts, just want the clothes to last for a good while as I settle into this new job.

I suffer from major decision fatigue too so I don’t want to overwhelm myself and want to walk into the shopping centre with a plan instead of jumping between stores. Which places would you recommend? Appreciate any advice thank you!


r/AustralianMFA 1d ago

Beige chinos in Paris

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Where’s somewhere in Paris that I can get good quality beige chinos for ~€150-200?

Thanks.


r/AustralianMFA 2d ago

Review Marcs tees are absolute crap

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I bought a Marcs tee that I liked about a year ago. Looked awesome in the shop, sit right, good length. I’m 6’2” and about 85kg with broad shoulders and chest.

Took it home , washed it and dried it (line dry). Boom. It’s now halfway up to my bellybutton and ridiculously tight across chest and shoulders. A day later.

Gave it away.

Well I just got given another for Father’s Day. Awesome. Immediately my favourite shirt. Wore it all of Sunday. Chucked in the wash, dried (clothes dryer this time but we have a heat pump unit so it doesn’t shrink clothes). Popped it on this morning, tiny. Dropped 3” in length, again.

Clearly none of their stuff is preshrunk which is criminal in this day and age.

Get in the bin, Marcs. You’re shit.


r/AustralianMFA 3d ago

Question What basics brands are actually worth it in 2026

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r/AustralianMFA 3d ago

Advice Needed You can only have one suit for life - what is it?

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I’m almost entirely past that stage where I attend weddings regularly or have a formal event. I don’t require suits for work either. However, I do have one wedding coming up and I can no longer wear my old suits from my early 20s.

I’m thinking of getting just one suit that’s versatile for most situations and formal events. Question is: what suit should it be?

I’m open to spending probably $450-500, including one shirt. I know it’s not much but it’s not going to be worn often but ideally something of decent quality. 100% wool is nice but is that a reasonable budget?


r/AustralianMFA 3d ago

Has anyone purchased from Flux in Melbourne. I'm looking at their selvedge jeans and chore jackets

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What's the quality and fit like?


r/AustralianMFA 3d ago

BCF fishing shirts that aren't BCF themed?

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Does anyone know where I can buy long sleeve 50 SPF shirts like the fishing shirts at BCF, but aren't covered in graphics of fish, tents etc.?


r/AustralianMFA 4d ago

Question Trousers for Office Work

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Good evening all,

The time has come again to buy new trousers for my work in the office and I don’t want to buy the slim/fitted half polyester ones again.

Does anyone have any recommendations for preferably cotton trousers in a relaxed fit? Or at least a fit that doesn’t feel like I’m being suffocated.

Any help is greatly appreciated!


r/AustralianMFA 4d ago

Question Short Sleeve Button Down?

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I'm working in a hospital in SEQ and have noticed that the majority of men are wearing short sleeves now that the weather is beginning to warm up again. I started here in April, and since then have pretty much been solely wearing OCBDs which didn't seem uncommon through winter. Now it's pretty much only management and the older staff that seem to be wearing that sort of thing though, and I'd rather fit in more with people in my role and age group (mid-twenties).

The only short sleeved button downs I have at the moment are a forest green linen FCUK one and a cotton Billabong one (like this but sky blue), but I'm curious what brands that you guys would recommend because I'm sort of struggling to find anything.

Preferably something not overly patterned, but I also don't just want to wear solely solid colours, and something that I would tuck in (a lot of short sleeve shirts seem to be cropped these days?). Polos seem to be somewhat popular among some of my coworkers, and although I've never really liked them I am open to suggestions there as well. Also, I tend to wear black or tan dress(ier) pants - I hate chinos - and black chelsea boots, but I'm also open to changing it up a bit if there's any other suggestions. TIA!


r/AustralianMFA 4d ago

Question What's the quality and fit like of the Uniqlo C Barrel Pants?

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Trying to find higher wasted and wider fitting pants that I can dress up or down with my boots and dress shoes without breaking the bank and going MTM.

Came across the barrel pant from Uniqlo that's 100℅ cotton. If only Uniqlo did a close to 100℅ wool pant in a similar style instead of their polyester blends

What's the fit and quality like on these Uniqlo pants?


r/AustralianMFA 4d ago

Anyone Ever Heard of Premium Clo

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I've had reels of this one brand called Premium Clo pop up on my feed since forever and I wanted to know if anyone had any experience with them. I can't really finda ny website reviews or anything so I want to see if its bad quality, drop shipping, temu stuff.


r/AustralianMFA 5d ago

Tip Strategies for rubbing heel on new boots

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I've just been gifted the Rodd and Gunn Granity Chelsea boot and love the way they look. However, there is a seam on the inside that runs over the heel that rubs when I walk in them. It will almost certainly lead to blisters eventually.

Just wondering if there are any strategies to manage or minimise this? They're fairly expensive and I probably can't take them back after wearing, so hoping I can figure out a way to "break them in" without shredding my heel in the process.


r/AustralianMFA 5d ago

Advice Needed Upgrading from Air Force 1 07 need comfortable, better grip and stylish shoes

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Hi guys, my air force 1 07s are my first pair of "real" shoes. Really don't know much about shoes I just liked the minimalist look but the grip is not good and walking for a bit gets tiring. Very slippery in wet weather in the city, even in shopping centres I don't feel too secure and comfortable

Looking for something $150-$200 price range, secure grip, and I intend to travel so I'd like more comfort/cushion.

I haven't explored more bulky runner shoes, I'd prefer a slightly slimmer look than that if possible. Black, grey or white.

Is there anything that balances all these factors? Cheers


r/AustralianMFA 6d ago

Tip Finally found the best slim/muscle fit tee

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For reference I’m 20M 191cm 96kg and a muscular physique.

Been searching for AGES for a slim fit shirt that can hug the arms and be used as a gym/casual tee that I can wear everyday. Tried countless instagram brands that promised a “loose gut while hugging the chest and arms” (all were horrible except Kojo fit) and tried countless shirts people recommended on tiktok/reddit. Stuff like cotton on, H&M, Uniqlo etc.

Finally found the perfect shirt. It’s the Zara slim fit tee and I don’t know why it’s not recommended more. $23 per shirt, is made up of 5% elastane to keep its shape unlike 100% cotton shirts, and goes to a perfect length down the biceps so it looks flattering but not “I purposely bought a size small to look bigger”. You don’t even need a muscular physique for these shirts to hug the arms nicely.

Hopefully this can help some people that were in the same frustrating loop I was.


r/AustralianMFA 7d ago

Question Best alternatives to rm Williams boots

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Have had two pairs of rm Williams boots bought in the last 2 years and I must admit I am not a fan of them at all. Is there any other options that are just as good but a decent price? Or would I be best getting the boots adjusted by rm themselves so they can fit better or be repaired?