Showpo, hailed as 2018’s Online Retailer of the Year in Australia, is undeniably one of the best online retailers in Australia. Whether you’re looking for dresses, shoes, or accessories, Showpo is sure to have something you’d like in its extensive collection!
The online fashion retailer actually came from humble, offline beginnings in founder and CEO Jane Lu’s garage way back in 2010. Show Pony was the name that they used back then, but they stuck to Showpo as they grew. While they remained based in Sydney, Showpo rode the rise of online shopping and went fully online by 2013, with the goal of “bringing on-trend, affordable fashion to girls all over the world”.
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Shops Like Showpo
If you’re looking for other online shops to satisfy your fashion cravings, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled a list of online stores like Showpo that you’re sure to love.
Billy J
One of the up-and-coming online stores in Australia is Billy J. Founded in 2014, Billy J caters to modern young women. They have everything from sexy cocktail party dresses to office wear to festival fashion. Like Showpo, they also have active social media accounts that showcase their fun collection.
If you order over $100 worth of items from Billy J, you get free express shipping to anywhere in Australia. For those on a tight budget, Billy J accepts AfterPay so you can treat yourself now and pay later.
They also do returns and exchanges (though not a straight exchange), but they don’t do refunds unless it’s a faulty item. You do get a credit note you can use to purchase other things if you make a return though!
Dissh Boutique
What started out as a small business has boomed into a successful fashion empire. Dissh started out way back in 2001, growing quickly and opening lots of boutiques around Australia.
Like Showpo, they also decided to open an online boutique to complement their stores and make their fashion accessible to anyone around the globe. Dissh makes around 80 percent of their styles in-house, so you’re sure to find something absolutely unique!
Shipping is free for Dissh orders worth $75 or more! Afterpay is also available. There’s also no need to worry about ending up with a style that doesn’t fit you since returns and exchanges are really simple. However, it’s worth noting that vintage items can not be returned.
ONS Boutique
Designer dresses aren’t the most practical buy, but ONS Boutique can make your designer fashion dreams come true! ONS is a dress-for-hire service, which means you get to wear a fabulous dress for a fraction of the price. A great perk of renting a dress on ONS instead of buying your own is that they’ll do all the cleaning for you. Once you’ve used the dress just ship it back to them and they’ll do the rest.
ONS has several stores where you can go in and try on gowns. But if you can’t come in, you can have the dress shipped to you! It will come with a prepaid envelope for you to return it. On top of the rental price, you’ll have to pay a bond (usually $100 but will depend on the dress) that will be refundable once you return the dress.
Miss Runway
If you’d rather own your dress instead of renting it for a special occasion, Miss Runway is for you. They aim to make every event feel like a special occasion. You’ll stand out and turn heads in their lovely formal and party attire. They also stock accessories so you can dress up even further!
For domestic orders over $100, shipping is free! Miss Runway also accept returns in exchange for store credit that you can use to buy another size or style on their site!
Hello Molly
Founded by university students, it isn’t surprising that Hello Molly caters to young fashionistas. They believe that “every girl should have access to on-trend, must-have wardrobe essentials that don’t break the bank”.
Hello Molly has everything you need from fun and flirty dresses to sharp corporate looks. With celebrities like Emily Ratajkowski and Jenna Dewan sporting Hello Molly pieces, you’re bound to find a ton of great stylish pieces.
True to their mission of making trendy essentials accessible, Hello Molly offers free shipping for orders over $50. They also offer Afterpay as an option, so you don’t have to worry about breaking the bank. Returns can be done for store credit only, and exchanges aren’t direct – you can use store credits to purchase the replacement instead.
Stelly
Much like Showpo, Stelly started out with brick-and-mortar stores, but have now fully transitioned to an online store only. Stelly believes that fashion helps shape your identity; that it’s a way to express yourself to the world. They stock unique pieces for everyday wear and special events. They also have a great customer service team and a ton of rave reviews about them!
Free shipping is available for those in Australia who purchase more than $50 worth. NZ residents can enjoy the same if they buy at least $75 worth, while those elsewhere need to buy $100 or more to enjoy the perk. Returns function in exchange for store credit is possible, though you have to cover the shipping cost of getting the items back to them. You can also use Afterpay to make your purchase more manageable!
Fashion Flash
Flash Fashion Boutique’s goal is to provide an online shopping experience “like no other”. They work with local Aussie designers to come up with their stylish collections, and they’re open to collaborations with other businesses and bloggers. Their customer service goes beyond the usual shipping and return concerns – they’re willing to help you style your outfits if you wish!
It will set you back $150 to get free shipping, but it will be express post. Returns are possible, but not for reasons such as getting the wrong size or colour, so make sure that you get the correct one before you check out! For payments, in addition to Afterpay and the usual credit card, Zippay is an option.
Rodeo Show
Rodeo Show considers itself to be “inspired by the strong and beautiful”, which is apparent in their gorgeous collection of dresses. Their pieces are bold but timeless and can be worn anywhere from the workplace to afterparties. Their glamorous outfits are being worn by local celebrities such as Carrie Bickmore and Anna Henrich, who were seen rocking the same dress.
For orders of $150 and above, shipping is free, and you can have it upgraded for free to express shipping if you spend $250 or more. Returns and exchanges are welcome, with Rodeo Show being one of the few online shops that offer actual refunds. Store credit is still possible, and even a better option with 110 percent store credit being given for returns! For payments, Afterpay and Zippay are offered so you can manage your budget while treating yourself to a new dress!
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