The Thousands

Please correct me if I’m out of line by saying this, but there seems to be a severe lack of stores in Adelaide that sells nice men’s clothes. A few obvious ones spring to mind, but it seems like a frustrating task to kit out a lad these days. Sorry boys, but this week’s SHOP isn’t going to help you out any further. It’s girls-only here – again.

Azalia Boutique in Croydon is what happens when your own wardrobe meets your friends’ collection – you know, the girl who you love, but who always wants to go to Distill when you’re pushing for the Exeter. She’s all about bodysuits and high waisted skirts, and she can’t go past studs and embellished shoulders. Meanwhile, you’re rocking vintage sandals and a jacket that was made back when the ‘strong shoulders’ trend was around in the eighties. With different tastes it’s usually impossible to shop together, but Azalia makes it possible with its nice mix of vintage finds and trend pieces from larger labels like Mink Pink and Finders Keepers. And lets face it, she really wants an authentic nineties ‘grunge mini dress’ and you wouldn’t mind a nice new cropped blazer. To top it off you can both pick up some pieces from Azalia’s house jewellery line – everyone’s happy, and everyone’s looking good.