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Considering 33 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently praise the product selection, noting the beautiful array of garments available in various colors, sizes, and styles. Many appreciate the good quality of the clothing, finding items comfortable and well-suited for curvy body shapes. The staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and patient, often going above and beyond to assist customers with styling and finding suitable outfits. However, some people were dissatisfied with certain aspects of the service and product quality. There are mentions of issues with clothing colors not matching online images, and some customers experienced poor service in stores, feeling ignored or having to wait excessively. A few reviewers also noted a decline in the quality of certain items, particularly t-shirts and swimwear, which they felt did not last as long as previous purchases.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a wonderful shopping experience today in Bunbury. Looked after so cheerfully well by Maria and the other staff members. Beautiful array of garments, some on special, in many great colours and size... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Last year my husband gave to me a birthday present of clothes at my favourite dress shop Taking Shape at Pukekohe. I had such a wonderful birthday experience with the staff member Jill that this year... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The clothes are a little bit different, and very quick shipping! The only "con" for me personally, is that the smallest sizes are still pretty large, more like a 12. However, although I had to send... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a plus size customer, and also tall. I shop at Taking Shape both online, at the West Lakes Adelaide South Australia store, and sometimes through the Myers on-line site. The West Lakes store is a... See more

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Company details

  1. Women's Clothing Store
  2. Activewear Store
  3. Clothing Store
  4. Fashion Accessories Store
  5. Jewelry Store
  6. Shoe Store
  7. Swimwear Store

About Taking Shape

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Taking Shape is your go-to plus size women’s fashion brand in Australia, NZ and online. We design clothing, shoes and accessories specifically for women sized 12-24, and now cater to shorter women with our Petite Plus range. Our collections incorporate natural fibres, exclusive prints and designs that fit and flatter in all the right places. Feel confident and look amazing in Taking Shape, shop online today!


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3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Taking Shape offers personalised customer service

Taking Shape offers personalized fitting through a free in-store Personal Styling Experience, where you get one-on-one time with a stylist who helps select outfits in a private fitting room. This needs to be booked in advance (it's not a walk-in experience) - and my stylist at Frankston was Rachel. The experience was abfab! I normally hate the entire clothes trying/buying exercise, but with Rachel's help and honest feedback, it was a breeze!! Definitely the only way to shop in future!!!

October 29, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you for your lovely review Helen! We are happy to provide this personalised service which is welcome to all. Hope to see you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely love TS

Absolutely love this shop, the quality and styles are amazing, one of the best stores for women’s apparel, and not just in larger sizes, they now do size 10, albeit it’s more a 12/14. Buy most of my clothes from them.

October 17, 2025
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Thank you for your lovely review Gayle! We love that you love us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love the Taking Shape store in Napier…

I love the Taking Shape store in Napier New Zealand. The staff are always friendly, warm and very helpful. The shop itself is a kaleidoscope of colours and styles and a joy to browse through...:) Highly recommend ...Thank you ladies

October 25, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you for taking the time to review our Napier store Cathy. We aim to always provide best in class service to all and your high recommendation for our colours and styles is appreciated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Maria

Had a wonderful shopping experience today in Bunbury. Looked after so cheerfully well by Maria and the other staff members. Beautiful array of garments, some on special, in many great colours and sizes. Please open a shop in Busselton, as we have nothing down here like that. Keep up the good work.

October 23, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

What a lovely review Maria! It is great to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with the Bunbury team. We appreciate that you took the time to tell everyone about the variety of clothes that we stock.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cheerful, helpful the place to go

Was great in the Napier store today.. Meryl was a great help and so cheerful..Great selection
Honest opinion which is good.
We are lacking happy stores but Taking Shape in Napier is fantastic

October 10, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you Sharon for writing such kind words about Meryl and your experience at the Napier store. We hope to see you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have just purchased 5 new dresses at…

I have just purchased 5 new dresses at my Taking Shape store in Bunbury WA. The beautiful Italian lady Maria was beyond helpful. Her styling tips and customer service was exceptional and I would highly recommend this store and the service provided.
Mary

October 1, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you for your kind words Mary! We love hearing about the amazing service that our team provide. It sounds like Maria left a lasting impression and we hope that because of this you will be back to see us soon.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

High to Low

I have recently visited my local Taking Shape store ( Cannington Western Australia)
My first visit I was a little unsure as I’m a transgender lady and still getting comfortable with other people accepting me. But I was assure that I would be welcomed and assisted with no problems !! And I was .. a lovely lady by the name of Leanne had no concerns in assisting me with a Bra fitting .. even thou we where unable to get a bra.. I felt welcomed and relaxed and was assure that if there was anything else that I needed help with please ask .. I looked around and left the store with a spring in my step ., happy to return when I needed help again ..

Well that is what I did .. I needed an outfit for an up coming event !! I went to the Cannington store on Saturday and this experience was a completely different one ..
no one could be bothered .. apparently to busy atm .. will be with you shortly.. I wondered around .. really very unsure where to start or what to look at !!!
I ended up leaving with nothing .. feeling very low and dissatisfied..

I understand people may be uncomfortable.. but to be brushed off and ignored .. was just very sole crushing ..

I will return but will be making sure Leanne will be working !!

September 27, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you for taking the time to send us this review. We love that Leanne gave you an experience that was welcoming and inclusive as this is the type of service we want for every customer. We are sad to hear though that it was not consistent. Your feedback has been passed on to the Cannington Area Manager. If you feel the need to talk further about your experience please reach out to the Online Customer Service team on 1800 117 834.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a fabulous customer service experience

Today Grace spent time helping me buy some matching outfits
I love her sense of design , colour sense and the patience and care she gives me to choose the right outfits
I love shopping here and Grace makes it fun , enjoyable and I know I can trust her taste and product knowledge of what also suits my needs
Thanks Grace for today’s retail and style experience
Cheers Anne and Serge my other support

September 24, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review about Grace and how she supported you with such care.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recently visited the Cannington store…

Recently visited the Cannington store on Saturday .. was an amazing store and an amazing experience the staff where all helpful and friendly .. well done ladies you are all truly amazing

September 20, 2025
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Thank you for taking the time to review our Cannington store with such kind words.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Completely ignored when I went to…

Completely ignored when I went to moonee ponds shop always am appalling service it’s a joke too busy talking than serving customers they should be sacked

August 7, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you for bringing this to our attention Anne,
We always value feedback, and we are sorry that you had negative experiences in our Moonee Ponds store. If there is ever anything we can assist you with or if you wish to discuss this further, please give us a call 1800 117 834 or you can fill in our feedback form https://takingshape.com/AU/customer-service/contact-us.html
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

Annette from the Coffs Store is so friendly, made me feel so welcome in the store. Greeted me on arrival and was very informative about the garments I was looking at. I returned today hoping that she would be there, and she was. You are lucky to her in your business.

July 22, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Hi Yvonne,
We are delighted to hear that Annette was so helpful with everything and that the team have made such a positive impact on you.
Your thoughtful words reaffirm the hard work we put in every day to be the best inclusive store!
TS Tribe😊✨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love their latest designs & fit

Love their latest designs & fit!

Clothes are cut for the shape of curvy bodies not just made bigger.

Quality & value for money!

June 1, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Hi Sandi,
Thank you so much for your kind words, it means so much that you took the time to share your positive experience with us! 🥰 We hope you love and feel fabulous in your new pieces!
TS Tribe😊✨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

TS Pukekohe staff are truly awesome

TS Pukekohe staff are truly amazing. So attentive, friendly and just ho out of their way to help with getting anything in frim another store if needed. Jill and Ruth are absolutely lovely. The two other ladies who work on different days are also super friendly and always end up having a laugh. I love this store. Best customer service. Highly recommend visiting this store.

April 15, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Hi Anita,
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We are delighted to hear that your experience with us was seamless and accommodating from start to finish. It is fantastic to know that Jill, Ruth and the Pukekohe Team have taken such great care of you! Your beautiful words reaffirm the hard work we put in every day to be the best inclusive store!
TS Tribe

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service from Rohini at Sylvia Park

February 6, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Hi Gaye,
Thank you so much for your glowing review!
We are delighted to hear that your experience with us was seamless and accommodating from start to finish.
Your thoughtful words reaffirm the hard work we put in every day to be the best store!
TS Tribe ✨

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

BIZZARE CUSTOMER SERVICE LEADER

BIZZARE CUSTOMER SERVICE LEADER

Received email my click and collect order eas ready to pick up. I opted for click and collect instead of post as they had a special offer that you got a $10 voucher to use in store when you picked your order up (otherwise it's quite inconvenient to go to the store so I usually get posted)

Checked google before I left and store was open until 5.30. Arrived at 5.10 to steel roller door down and store closed.

For a staff meeting. They couldn't wait 30 minutes because then they'd be too late to get home apparently.

I emailed for my parcel to be sent to me as it wasn't worth the effort to return.

The head customer relations person's advised "hours are subject to change WITHOUT NOTICE "

No apology.

When I suggested that google could of been updated - as a staff meeting is a planned event - i think she laughed. She did say they have 150 stores and I'd need to speak to the IT department.

Horrid "customer service" .

Bizarre in fact.

No acknowledgement of issue just a "too bad so sad" attitude she was happy to quickly and gleefully cancel my order (no im not exagerating)

January 29, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
We always value feedback, and we are sorry that you've had a negative experience. On looking into this situation further for you I am pleased to know that your order has been shipped to your home address as requested and not cancelled.
While it’s not fun to hear negative feedback we appreciate the time you've taken to send through your review. We continue learning and these comments give us excellent opportunities to grow, evolve, and develop. TS Tribe

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disgusting treatment by customer service

I wish I could give no stars! A few days ago I spent about $1200 on clothes at the Tuggarah store. My sister and I do this a few times a year to stock up. One of the handbags I bought, which was about $15 was later found to be frayed. So I informed Andrea at head office who told me to ‘pop’ back to the store to discuss it with them. Not so easy when you’re in a wheelchair and the store is couple of hours from where I live which is why I can only get there to stock up a few times a year. I wont be going back.

January 6, 2025
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Reply from Taking Shape

Hi Donna,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I want to assure you, we have arranged for our beautiful team at Tuggerah to get in touch with you to explain all the steps with which we can help resolve the issue with your recent purchase. As per our email correspondence, we understand this is not easy for all customers to make the trip instore!
Please do not hesitate to reply to Andrea’s email if you do have any further questions or concerns.
TS Tribe

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have been a member of Taking Shape…

I have been a member of Taking Shape for many many years ... I spend thousands !... I was mortified yesterday at your Cannington Store when Leanne treated me like absolute rubbish and I am not wanting to be treated like anything other than the usual customer... Linda and Allison were wonderful .. they helped me considerably but Leanne treated me like a piece of dirt .... I wanted to return an article from September.. on sale.... and fully accepted her reason that Head Office would NOT allow for a late return .. but I have been in hospital with cancer .. that I accepted not a problem.... the way she treated me was like a piece of shit .....I totally accept the TS ruling but Julie the Manager would have explained everythng to me .. except this dreadful woman who looked like a "cat dragged in" seemed to enjoy to belittle me! .. Never again ! ever ! Dr Mieke Watson

December 30, 2024
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Reply from Taking Shape

Thank you for bringing this to our attention Dr Watson.
We always value feedback, and we are sorry that you had a negative experience in our store. If there is ever anything we can assist you with or if you wish to discuss this further, please give us a call 1800 117 834 or you can fill in our feedback form https://takingshape.com/AU/customer-service/contact-us.html
TS Tribe

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The selection of clothes The colour's The extra Servicervice

I am so grateful for the wonderful Women at Taking Shape Auckland Airport.

I am on a Stick. My mobility is limited.
The beautiful Ladies at Taking Shape really helped me with my Birthday Celebration Dress.

They went out of their way to make my experience a seamless operation. 3 Ladies in particular I would like to thank.
Faith
Deanne
Puts

Bless you all for the wonderful extra care and attention you gave to me yesterday.

Hudge Gratitude and Thanks.

Maura

December 29, 2024
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Reply from Taking Shape

Hi Maura,
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We are delighted to hear that your experience with us was seamless and accommodating from start to finish. It is fantastic to know that our Auckland Airport team have created the perfect atmosphere making you feel so special!
Your kind words reaffirm the hard work we put in every day to be the best inclusive store!
TS Tribe

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Val was excellent at the Mount Barker…

Val was excellent at the Mount Barker store, helped me get the right fit bra, nothing was too much trouble, this is my second time visiting this store and the staff are excellent, lovely change rooms, beautiful comfy bras and lovely colours, not boring white, black or beige(though they do have these colours)but the coloured ones are very pretty.
Would recommend a visit for anyone who has a larger bra size, or clothing. You can order online and have delivered to your local store no charge and if not right money returned.

December 27, 2024
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Reply from Taking Shape

Hi Linda,
We are thrilled to hear about the fabulous experience you had on your recent visit to our Mount Barker store & that Val has been so wonderful while assisting you! We hope to see you soon!
TS Tribe x

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