Celebrate the nine nights of Navratri in style, and shop from these affordable places that are just right! Scroll through this list of markets where you can do Navratri shopping in your city!
As the festival of Navratri is here, we have collated this list about where to do the best Navratri Shopping in your city. We bring you a list of affordable local markets, that has a fabulous collection, and are offering outfits, accessories, and everything lit, so keep scrolling.
Vadodara
1. Nava Bazaar
Nava Bazar is heaven for your Navratri shopping. Right from colourful Rajsthani cholis, to Kathyawadi embroidery and mirror work, to Katchi Chaniya Choli, Kedyus, the outfits here will add the necessary bling to your Garba nights. This market also offers a great collection of Jhumkas and Jhanjris.
Where: Bajwada, Mandvi, Vadodara, Gujarat
2. Teen Darwaza Bazaar
Teen Darwaza Bazaar will make you happy with its vibrant collection of fabrics and ready-made outfits. Get your hands on some embellished ghagra-cholis, bandhani sarees, dupattas, and tie-dyed salwar suits to make your Navratri stylish. This place is also famous for pretty silver pieces of jewellery.
Where: Near Teen Darwaza, Vadodara
Mandvi
The market near the 16th century Mandvi Gate is another must-visit market for Navratri shopping. With a diverse and colourful collection of silver jewellery and ethnic wear, jootis, and traditional footwear, Mandvi also offers beautiful souvenirs, wall hangings, and traditional handicrafts with intricate work.
Where: Mandvi Circle, Sulemani Pol, Mandvi, Vadodara.
Mangal Bazar
This lively wholesale market is another good option and is located near Lehripura. Head to this one if you like to stitch and style your outfits for festivals. Many shops here sell embellishments, including beads, sequins, lace, zari, etc. Another reason that makes it worth visiting is the collection of colorful quilts that are unique to the state.
Where: Near Lehripura, Vadodara.
Delhi
1. Gujarati Market
We all love Janpath for its amazing long line of boutique stores, cheap jewellery, and more. But did you know there is a hidden mini market inside Janpath? Well, if you are looking for something colourful and bright this Navratri, then head to Gujrati Market in Janpath that offers hand-embroidered products like clutches, bedsheets, junk jewellery, and more.
Where: Janpath Market, Janpath Rd, Janpath, Connaught Place, New Delhi.
2. Dilli Haat near INA
The Dilli Haat, Janakpuri and Pitampura also have shops that offer Chaniya Choli, Lehngas, and Dupattas with traditional work on them. You will find colourful options for adults as well as kids. Some shops even sell lehngas, and cholis separately, and you can mix and match a lot.
Where: INA Market, Dilli Haat, Kidwai Nagar West, Kidwai Nagar, Delhi.
3. Sadar Bazar
Head to this crowded market to shop for Navratri Puja essentials like Aassan, Poshak, and Chandrika. There is one wholesale shop inside Chawla Market by the name Kanha Poshak Wale that sells these colourful items at pocket-friendly prices, and if you are planning to have a quick get-together at your place, we will suggest you check them once.
Mumbai
1. Bhuleshwar
This is one of the cheapest markets in Mumbai and has an amazing range of oxidized jewellery, latkan, and Kamar Patta starting from Rs.50. This market also sells jackets, chunri, bandhani outfits, and chaniya cholis. You will also find some mirror work blouses here.
2. Borivali street market
This budget-friendly market is another good option for Mumbaikars. You will find embellished footwear, Kedyu, Chaniya choli at a reasonable price. Many small shops here have a gorgeous collection of silver ornaments and other accessories.
3. Malad Street Market
Now if you have already made your mind to visit the Borivali market, then do not forget to check Malad street market as well. They are close to each other, and both the places have colourful options. Many street vendors sell twinning Garba outfits for kids and adults. You will find jackets for kids at Rs.300, and inside Malad's Natraj market, you will also see festive ready sarees in various stores.
4. Mulund Market
Mulund market is fun too, and you will find jewellery like Kamar Patta, oxidized necklace, starting from Rs.50 here. This market also offers Chaniya Cholis, sarees, bags, and more. You will always find Dandiya, sticks, and even decorative items for the home in this place. Do check this one for a fab Navratri shopping in your city, Mumbaikars!
5. Thane Market
Right from home decor items to chaniya cholis, Mulund market is a great option for those living in central Mumbai. Near Jambli Naka and right in front of the Jeevan Jyoti building, the market starts. To the right, you will see the vendors selling beautiful jewellery and pooja essentials. On the left side, you will find the clothes and dandiya sticks. You will also find bags, hats, and pom-poms.
Surat
1. Anand Mahal Road
Chaniya Cholis for kids and adults, batik lehngas, Kedyus, and dhotis are available in this market right before the Navratri begins. Buy Dandiya, kurtas with mirror work, colourful bangles, and other accessories for cholis from this budget-friendly market.
Where: Aanand Mahal Road, Adajan, Surat, Gujarat.
2. Chauta Bazar Surat
This market is another must-visit if you are on a hunt to buy some jewellery for your Navratri outfits. You will see many stalls that are laden with oxidized jewelry. These stalls appear in the market once a year right before the Navratri, and have a new collection every time. Chauta Bazar is also a good place to buy embellished Latkans and blouses with intricate mirror work.
3. Universal Textile Market
Get your hands on designer sarees, chaniya cholis, suits, and embroidered Kurtis in this one! A wide variety and affordable prices make it another must-visit in the city. If you are someone who loves designing outfits, then check this one as you will come across a huge range of saree border lace, fancy lace, crochet lace, zari lace, decorative lace, and more.
Where: Universal Textile Market Ring Road, Kamela Rd, New Textile Market, Surat, Gujarat.
Now we hope you know where to exactly head to do the Navratri shopping in your city!
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