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Seahorse Shopping Guide - Fashion
Jan and Christine's cross-dressing Guide is a compilation of recommended CD-friendly shopping places, services and venues, mainly in Sydney. The list comes from various sources, in particular from Jan and Christine's personal experiences.
Other sections:
Lingerie | Breast Forms | Shoes | Wigs | Make-overs & transformations | Venues | Accomodation | Other ServicesWhere possible, email and web links, and a contact person have been added.
Fashion
The first time that you go out and buy women's clothes can be harrowing. It is reassuring to know than there are CD-friendly shops where staff are welcoming and helpful.
Image by Design
Shop 62, Lemon Grove, Victoria Avenue Mall, Chatswood, NSW 2067
(02) 9419 6741
vivienne@imagebydesign.com.au
www.imagebydesign.com.au
Contact: Vivienne Cable
Comments:
"I first visited Image by Design for a fashion assessment and makeover mid 2006. A few of the Seahorse girls had mentioned Vivienne Cable, the owner. It was a wonderful experience. Makeover, selection of outfits and then Vivienne's direction, 'Jan, go shopping!' I have seen Vivienne quite a few times since, she is very supportive and will actively help you dress like a woman with all that entails. She carries the main fashion ranges and from my point of view the outfits are good value for money. The clothes I buy get very regular wear, they fit and look good." - Jan.
Colin McKay - Optician
Shop 44, Lemon Grove, Victoria Avenue Mall, Chatswood NSW 2067
(02) 9904 6586
Contact: Colin or Penny
Comments:
"Part of Vivienne Cable's contacts, for the optical accessories so necessary to complete the feminine image. Best to go dressed to get the full picture! Penny does the most comprehensive eye examination ever and Colin handles the frames and optical stuff. A really comfortable and professional experience!" - Jan.
Swish Fashion (Sizes 14 to 26)
561 Military Road, Spit Junction (Mosman)
acfm@bigpond.com
swishfashion.carbonmade.com/projects/2448020
Contact: Anita Carmody
Comments:
"Your members can view some of the outfits from our latest collection. It is just a small representation of the range that we produce, to give you an indication of our styling. Our prices range from $50.00 to about $180.00, depending on the fabrication and styling. I am happy to offer a 10% discount to your members.
As mentioned previously Swish designs and manufactures and would be interested in any feedback from your members. I would be most happy to attend one of your social meetings if that would help your members to be more comfortable about dealing with me and attending the shop at 561 Military Road, Spit Junction (Mosman) either individually or as a group experience after hours.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards
Anita Carmody" (An email to Seahorse)
Events
204-218 Botany Rd, Alexandria, 2015
(02) 9319 6466
info@eventsretail.com.au
www.eventsretail.com.au
Comments:
"Just wanted to tell everyone about the Events factory shop in Botany Road Waterloo in Sydney and how helpful the staff were recently. I think we should support them by spending a few dollars there now and again. I am going to write to their manager explaining that we are a customer group worthy of their interest and thanking them for their service level. Perhaps some of you have been there before and thus may have helped in the attitude their staff had towards me that day. I bought myself a nice evening dress and skirt and blouse which would have cost in total over $200.00 at retail level but only cost $90.00 at their shop and items were perfect as far as I was concerned. Only problem was that the changing room is a communal one for real girls only but they will exchange items if you find unsuitable after you try them on at home." Quote from TrannyRadio.
Table Eight
Direct Factory Outlets (DFO), Homebush Bay Drive and Underwood Road, Homebush 2140
(02) 8746 0811
customerservice@tableeight.com.au
www.tableeight.com.au/
Contact: Angela
Comments:
"The Table Eight Clearance Outlet at Homebush is huge and has many bargains. If you require a skirt, a new dress, tops, lingerie, handbags, shoes, jewellery and more they have it at amazing prices. Ask for the store manager, Angela, who is comfortable with CD girls and she will serve you in a friendly and supportive manner. They open from 10 am and close at 6pm. I have been a few times now and the last time I arranged with Angela to come in early and try on the clothes before the shop opened up to the public. So you Sydney girls, great shopping, great fashion, great clothes and great bargains." Quote from TrannyRadio.
House of Priscilla
Level 1, 47 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst
(02) 9286 3023
info@houseofpriscilla.com.au
www.houseofpriscilla.com.au
Comments:
"Here they've seen everything! Fun, fun, fun!! Drag, dressing, show girl, glitter, camp. You name it they'll have it and look after you. If it ain't in stock, they'll make it! Hey, Mardi Gras!" - Jan.
Gallery Serpentine
123 Enmore Road, Newtown NSW 2042
(02) 9557 5821
annette@nightmachines.net
www.galleryserpentine.com.au
Comments:
"Gallery Serpentine manufactures a wide range of Corsetry, Gothic wear, Victoriana and period clothing. Based in Australia, they ship our high quality garments all over the world, offer a large sizes and custom fittings." - Quote from their website.
The Costume Shop
1st Floor, 401-407 Cleveland St., Surry Hills NSW 2010
(02) 9318 2511
thecostumeshop@bigpond.com
www.thecostumeshop.com.au
Comments:
"Over 10,000 costumes for hire and sale. Period pieces, fantasy, whatever you can imagine, it's there. Wonderful outfits from the fifties, sixties, seventies, my nostalgic period. Well worth a visit if only for the thrill!" - Jan.
Reactor Rubberwear (formerly Kaisers)
83 Enmore Road, Newtown NSW 2042
(02) 9517 4500 or 0448 835008
info@rubber.com.au
www.reactor.net.au
Comments:
"Originally Kaysers, a fetish and bondage outlet. Now Reactor Rubberwear and, as the name suggests, a place for rubber and latex fashion and all varieties of fetish and novelty accessories including a good range of corsets and shoes." - Jan.
Dream Diva
134 Bridge Road (near the corner of Lennox St), Richmond Vic 3121.
1300 557 391
ienquiries@dreamdiva.com.au
www.dreamdiva.com.au
Comments:
"Plus Size Women's Clothing - The Latest Looks in Larger Sizes, Fashion, Australia" - the website.
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Outreach and Education in Country AreasOutreach is an education program, started in 2007, to allow cross dressers from country areas, their partners or wives, counsellors, health workers and other interested parties to meet and discuss relevant issues.
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Joining the Seahorse SocietyIf you are a cross-dresser residing in NSW and would like to have contact with other cross-dressers, then consider joining the Seahorse Society. We have regular monthly meetings, other social events and the famous Seahorse Ball each year. More importantly, we offer support and guidance to fellow cross-dressers and their partners and families. Apply for membership on-line:
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