Check out these Quirky Stationery Brands and Shops in India

Whether you love writing with fineliner pens, are on the hunt for unique art supplies or just a journal hoarder (like us), everyone loves stationery. As a child, the back-to-school month of June/July would mean visiting your local stationery store and getting your hands on the latest Sundaram or Navneet notebooks. Now, there are brands that fulfill all your stationery needs - from planners to desk accessories and magnets to the finest craft supplies. Here’s a list of the quirky stationery brands in India that make it all fun!

Mango

Mango started in 2004 in a small 300 sq. ft outlet in Thane, Maharashtra. Today, the brand has three outlets - 2 in Thane and 1 in Navi Mumbai. Having shopped here multiple times, we can say that this is one of those stores you simply can’t walk past. Whether you are a fine art student, a budding artist, a stationery-lover or a child looking for back-to-school supplies, you will find everything you need here. Oil paints, watercolours, acrylic colours, journals, tumblers, backpacks are a few from their extensive collection. They ship pan-India and internationally as well.

Alicia Souza

Alicia Souza, referred to as a ‘happiness illustrator’, founded her namesake brand featuring yearly planners that became famous among stationery enthusiasts. Today, the brand offers a variety of fun, bright, and quirky stationery options, including stamps, stickers, laptop skins, notebooks, sketchbooks, and more. The yearly planners and calendars are definitely worth the money, as we have been buying them for a couple of years now. The brand uses a softer, pastel color palette and cute drawings on its products.

Roohani Rang

Roohani Rang is a homegrown small business that started in September 2020. It is a collaboration of designers that aims to bring Indian craftsmanship to the world in a contemporary form. All of their products are exclusively handmade and use sustainable practices throughout the production to the end product. Diaries, planners, sketchbooks, notepads and more are available for purchase. If you, like us, prefer undated planners then do check out this brand. The products make a statement with their appearance and have a desi look to them.

The June Shop

Essentially a home decor venture, The June Shop does alluring stationery as well. The brand crafts all the products in-house. Their collection includes magnetic boards, planners, wooden paper clips, notecards and so much more. The rewritable weekly planner is a fun piece of quirky stationery you can check out. The vibe here is more GenZ with a cool, fun look to all the products.

Paper Me

PaperMe is the extension of a third-generation legacy that began with Ratan Papers in 1992. The brand offers a wide range of exquisite products in the realms of gift packaging, stationery, craft, decor, and festive adornments. Though their USP is all kinds of DIY kits, they also have desk accessories, notebooks, notepads and more. The aesthetic of the products is definitely desi with pompom-laced notebooks and paisley prints.

Inkarto

Founded in 2020 by visionary entrepreneur Mr. Harsh Shah, Inkarto is based out of Sangli, Maharashtra. From a variety of pens to diaries and art supplies to packaging supplies, there’s a lot to shop for. The kids' scratch books look like great fun and an engaging option for weekend afternoons. You can get a bunch of Korean-themed stationery options here like stickers, folders and more.

Geekmonkey

This Dehradun-based stationery brand also has cosplay options! They have an entire range of DIY Paint By Numbers, String Art and more. Geekmonkey has a wide selection of options for quirky stationery including unicorn bedside lamps, plushies, cute figurines and more. The theme collections like dinosaur, panda, minion, astro space and so on are so adorable looking. If you are an anime lover, they have a dedicated category just for you.

The Perfect Parcel

The Perfect Parcel is an IG find and an online store that offers cool stationery, quirky posters and aesthetic home decor. There are stickers, keychains, notebooks and more with a very GenZ vibe to all the products. You can also get your hands on card games, sunglasses and frames of your liking here. If you are sad and looking for Taylor Swift Eras Tour posters, since she ain’t coming to India, then check the brand out. 

Confetti Paper Studio

Confetti Paper Studio is a premium stationery boutique, where functional and aesthetic stationery products are lovingly crafted by 2 women passionate about all things stationery. Grab planners, notebooks, journals, organisers and even a kiddy section for the little ones. From yellow gingham patterns to dainty florals, there’s something that will match everyone’s vibe. There’s more than just quirky stationery like an array of heavenly scented candles.

Nest By Arpit Agarwal

Nest By Arpit Agarwal has a one-of-a-kind collection of notebooks, journals and lifestyle products. These are inspired by the symbols, cultures and crafts of this unexplored paradise. You'll find a representation of several cultural symbols and themes in their product range like the Bihu dance form from Assam, Naga headgear and spears, Bhut Jolakia, pineapples famous in Meghalaya, tribal culture, butterflies, rural life, orchids, wildlife and lots more. Tote bags, coasters, lapel or enamel pins, coffee mugs, utility pouches, decorative plates and frames, desk calendars and bookmarks - they have it all. 

The Art Loom

Founded in 2019, The Art Loom does fun and cool stationery like notebooks, planners, coasters, mugs, and frames. Their notebooks are made in softcover wire bound, classic quote-based brown cardboard paper and quote-based gold foiling. You'll find all of them in vibrant and fun prints like the one that has flamingos printed on them. They have ceramic coffee mugs with nice, quirky illustrations and quotes.