" My Telic thongs are great! I've had feet problems/heel spurs for years and since wearing the Telic thongs, I have no pain - even when bare foot! Love them." - Craig December 2017
'At lunch today my husband was wearing his hemp shirt with deck chairs pattern and 2 women stopped him wanting to know where they could buy such a shirt! He loves the attention his favourite shirt! Thank you...' - Bernadine Guy December 2017
"Thanks Raelene for your fabulous advice last weekend! Love my purchases. Also the Alquema dress arrived today - beautiful! Can't wait to wear it to my Christmas party. Great labels and so helpful" - Helen Armson December 2017
"Great shop in an excellent location. Pretty beautiful merino and possum wool items. :)" - Annabelle Ralph, 2014
"I love, love, love going into Ravir. It is one of those boutiques where then longer you spend inside, the more you find. One circuit of the racks is not enough.
The quality of the clothing is high, and the styles are classic so can be worn year after year, which is also how long the clothing itself lasts." - Nicky, June 2014
"A beautiful little niche clothing shop with excellent quality clothing and great service from friendly and knowledgable staff." - Robert. June 2014
"Ravir Boutique is a shop where I can always find something of beauty, quality and exactly the right fit. The staff are always extremely helpful and the cost of items is not exorbitant but worth the excellent make, stitching and materials."- Liz, June 2014
"It's wonderful to be able to shop locally and find fantastic styles and fabrics in my size! - I vary between a size 14 and a size 18 and everything in Ravir is stylish and available in sizes that actually fit and flatter me.
The staff are fabulous and don't "hover" over you but are at hand to assist if needed. My family know it's my favourite shop and give me gift certificates on special occasions." - Annie, June 2014
"Always a joy and a triumph! A superlative experience, tickled pink, purple and indigo with my purchases - two-thirds of my wardrobe literally is from Ravir." - Erika, July 2014
"I always enjoy shopping at Ravir,the staff are so helpful with mix and match ideas to get the best look for my body type. I have been caught out purchasing elsewhere without help matching and often find the item doesn't suit my wardrobe at home. When the specials are available WOW....... you can get guality bargains!" - Annette, July 2014
"I live in Sydney - but Ravir in Blackheath is my favourite clothes shop. The range is gorgeous. I wear their clothes till they wear out." - Annabelle, July 2014
"Friendly, warm and relaxed feel to the shop. I always find unique pieces that I wear for many years and that people always comment on. I also love that whatever my budget I can always find something special. And I LOVE the emphasis on natural fibres ....." Jane, August 2014
"I wanted you to know that I received my Tani items on Thursday. I love them! So happy! Thank you so much for all your help and organisation in sending these to me in New York. Customer service extraordinaire! I will be ordering more." - Linda, September 2015
"I went into Ravir while I was in Blackheath over this long weekend and I was so happy that I did. I found Raelene to be extremely helpful, and I ended up with some lovely new clothes that I would not have picked out myself, and clothes that I could not find in Sydney. Thank you Raelene. I will be back."- Veronica, October 2015
"I was very impressed with the customer service, friendliness, and welcoming manner given to me. Would definitely recommend a visit to this shop, you won't be disappointed." - Paula, October 2015
"I had a wonderful shopping experience at Ravir recently and I'm very happy with the additions to my summer wardrobe. The quality and range of designs is impressive and I like the emphasis on natural fibres. Thank you Raelene." - Mary-Louise, November 2015
"A great new find for me in Blackheath. Natural fabrics, interesting designs and personal service." - Kath, February 2016
"Ravir is my first stop for my new winter woollens each season. Full of gorgeous, top quality woollens from all over the world and reasonably priced. Irelands Eye and Zakat & Plover are two of my favorites and Ravir always have the best range form these designers. If I can't find my perfect fit and style then Ravir will order it for me and I pick it up a couple of weeks later." - Hayley, May 2016
"I've got ENOUGH clothes, but the really 'special' pieces I've bought over the last 7 or 8 years have ALL come from Ravir. Thank you." - Wendy, April 2017
"Very lovely owner, friendly service, or happy to let you browse over their range of different natural fibres, many layered pieces and classic designs that last for years.
A lot of their designs are elegant, but understated, and the men's wear also includes great fabrics.
Highly recommended, especially for light-weight travel layers."- Tash, July 2017
"A wonderful shop. Stylish, elegant, practical clothing, great colours. I'd say if you're looking for black you could be unlucky. The fabrics are beautiful and the owner and staff are friendly and unpushy. Some items very difficult to resist e.g. the possum/merino knitwear. Not to be missed when you are in Blackheath." - Patricia, September 2017
"I have been a regular customer at Ravir for 5 years and always look forward to the next season\'s styles. Ravir clothing is comfortable, extraordinary and always in fashion. They exquisitely adorn all female forms and women of all ages. I have been frequently complimented when dressed in Ravir fashions, both in Australia and in Central Europe. Recently, in my birth city of Budapest (a very fashionable city) a fellow Hungarian in the National Art Gallery admired my Saltbush trousers and Otomo silk top and asked me where I purchased my beautiful clothes....
"Far, far away in Blackheath, Australia," I replied in Hungarian!" - Erika Kerekes.
"So far I've purchased Merino Treads socks, bamboo socks and bamboo trackies as well as two woollen possum garments.... they are all very light and warm...love them. Nice little shop to wander into from time to time. Owner's wonderful." - Donald.
"Ravir is a quintessential part of the fabric of Blackheath: stylish, laid-back, thoughtful, and appreciative of natural beauty. I seldom visit Blackheath without having Ravir in mind." - Louise
"I have recently come back from a holiday in Vienna and found that the fashions at Ravir are much more sophisticated and elegant, also very comfortable and wearable than most of the fashions in Vienna. Also I adore the natural fibres and materials, and the prices are very competitive." - Irene Domes
"Ravir is a treasure trove of funky brands such as Vigorella, Mesop, Jimmy Jean that suit every body type, from the curvaceous to the svelte. There is always something new instore every time I visit, and believe me, I visit often!" - Nicole Honeyman.
"I can buy fabulous clothes locally in size larger than 10!"- Annie Lualua.
"From the moment I walk into Ravir my favourite brands jump out - Privilege, Mossee, Blackstone, Mesop and Vigorella. New styles, new colours tempt me each time I visit. I always come away with a much-loved purchase!" - Rachael Honeyman
"I bought a beautiful boiled wool coat here 9 years ago. I still get compliments every time I wear it. Money well spent!!" - Margaret, Bexley North. November 2017.
"Love my Tani Breeze pant. They travelled around the world with me. Very comfortable and stylish, easy to wash" - Pam O, Sydney. November 2017
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