Children’s Wear
Children grow so fast that keeping them in clothing can be a hassle. Quality and savings are the two biggest concerns for most parents when they’re shopping for their children’s clothing. So where do they go?
Avalon: Wal-Mart is our voters top spot to shop for children’s clothes, followed by the Strawberry Tree in second and Northern Getaway in third.
Off the Avalon: Again Wal-Mart gets the number one spot followed by Northern Getaway in Gander and Riff’s in Clarenville.  
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Cosmetic/Make-up Store
Everyone wants to look their best and with concerns about make-up, hair and skin products how can we possibly choose what’s best for us. Why not let the helpful staff at one of these highly rated cosmetic stores give you some advice?
Avalon: The number one choice is Shoppers Drug Mart with Margaret Dunn in second place and Merle Norman in third.
Off the Avalon: Again, Shoppers Drug Mart is the number one choice followed by Wal-Mart and the Hair Connection in Burin.  
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  Hair Styling
A new hairstyle can raise a person’s spirits and bring about higher self-esteem.   To get the style and cut that’s right for you, check out these recognized hair salons.
Avalon: The Head Room is the first place winner. Hairtage styles its way into second place and First Choice clips into third.
Off the Avalon: Located in Burin, the Hair Connection is the number one pick followed by Hairtage in Gander with second and  Chantilly’s in Stephenville in third.  
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Jewellery  
Jewellery is worn today by both men and women. No matter what the occasion, jewellery is always a much appreciated gift. The next time you’re looking for the best in jewellery, give these fine stores a try.
Avalon: Charm Diamond Centre is again the first-place winner with the Gold Factory taking silver and Trapnell’s the bronze.
Off the Avalon: Alteen’s in Grand Falls-Windsor wins the gold, followed by Charm Diamond Centre with silver and Jewellery Plus in Marystown with bronze.
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Ladies Wear Store
Ladies – what a better way to relax and de-stress, than to spend a glorious day shopping for fashions and sales? So when you want to find that wickedly cool outfit, check out one of the following ladies clothing stores for what our readers consider the best avail-able:
Avalon: Reitman’s is the first place winner for the second year in a row. Fairweather is second moving up from third, and Suzy Shier is third.
Off the Avalon: Reitman’s wins first place with Mavis Fashion in Corner Brook taking second and Dorlene’s in Clarenville third.
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Men’s Wear Store
Men’s fashions have evolved – gone are the days of a simple pants and a plain shirt.   Today’s man is more selective with regards to his apparel and here’s where he shops.
Avalon: Tip Top is the number one choice followed by Byron’s in second and Jack Fraser in third.
Off the Avalon: Jack Fraser in Grand Falls-Windsor is in first place with Wal-Mart in second place and Riff’s in third place.
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Optical Shop
Glasses and contacts are more than corrective lenses – in recent years they have become somewhat of a fashion statement. For the best selection of frames, colour contacts and prescription sunglasses stop by a highly recommended optical wear shop.
Avalon: S’Pairs Optical is the big winner with Vogue Optical in second place and Cowan’s Optical in third.
Off the Avalon: Vogue Optical is the first place choice followed by Howlett’s in Grand Falls-Windsor in second and First Choice in Stephenville in third.
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Place to Lose Weight
With summer upon us, many are trying to shed a few pounds before the barbecue season. If you don’t have the willpower to do it alone, our readers suggest those who can help.
Avalon: Winning first place again this year is Weight Watchers. Second place goes to Slimdown with Curves in third.
Off the Avalon: Again Weight Watchers takes first place followed by Tops in a second place finish and Slimdown in third place.  
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