The ALSO Fabulous Op Shop
Here is another op-shop to add to the list for when you’re in Collingwood. I went for a wander down Smith Street last week, because I knew there were still a couple of op-shops I hadn’t visited yet.
The ALSO Fabulous Op Shop supports {also}’s programs in the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (GLBTIQ) community. As befitting the area it is in, it is an op-shop with quite an unusual personality. It has a very retro/vintage/quirky vibe.
There was a fabulous mixture of clothes available. I kept getting excited because I’d find something nice, only to discover it wasn’t my size… so sad. I loved the set-up though.
There was a big music section at the front of the store that seemed to be quite tidy. Most regular op-shoppers will know this is unusual, and I was really impressed. Usually the old CD’s and records are shoved away at the back of op-shops, but here they seemed to be a feature of the store – an interesting touch, considering how well-known the area is for it’s arty vibe.
The pricing seemed alright, although anything that was considered a ‘brand’ was marked up. For example, a two-piece suit was $30. I saw a nice Lisa Ho suit, but unfortunately it had lost it’s tag! (And I really don’t need another suit, so I didn’t pursue the matter.) I did wonder if this a deliberate ploy by some one to perhaps try and get it marked down.
There were some pretty cool displays around the place. Be sure to look up if you ever visit this store. That’s where all of the cool stuff is!
You can see it for yourself at 328 Smith Street, Collingwood.
Last image is from the ALSO gallery.
Sep 11, 2012 @ 20:19:01
That place looks so cool! I love the displays, especially from your last piccie. That’s the kind of way I’d love to be able to style a shop – really eclectic-ish (is that a word?)!! Interestingly enough I just signed up for a workshop regarding mental health with the GBLT community here in Perth! Kel
Sep 12, 2012 @ 20:57:09
I know! There’s an op-shop I reviewed once that had even more eclectic displays – they have tea pot and Barbie doll lamps and stuff. That’s a pretty cool store too.
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Mar 06, 2013 @ 16:56:07
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May 20, 2013 @ 17:57:07
Is it true that this store is already closed?
May 20, 2013 @ 20:19:22
Not that I know of. I was there quite recently.
May 23, 2013 @ 16:31:00
That’s great, thanks!