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Your guide to the best sari stores in the country
While reimagined contemporary traditional ensembles have their place in one’s wardrobe, nothing compares to the timeless grace of the good ol’ sari. The country’s oldest and unanimously trusted sartorial go-to, it won’t disappoint for the upcoming festive season either. Add to that, the current resurgence of heritage weaves, and there is just no going wrong in an elegant six-yard drape.
Looking to add some one-of-a-kind, authentic pieces to your collection? We already did the spadework for you. Vogue’s sari shopping guide charts the top stores across India that need to be on your radar.
MUMBAI
Vaya Weaving Heritage, owned by Mira Sagar, sells handwoven saris ranging from Maheshwari, Gadwals and Uppadas to Kotas, tussars, Patan patolas, Dhakais and chikankaris. The store also exclusively stocks Gaurang Shah’s creations in the city. Jeevan Kiran, Swami Vivekanand Road, Bandra (W), Mumbai. Tel: 022-26436556
Ratanshi Kheraj Sarees is best known for its century-long affair with the choicest Benarasi saris. Centre 103-104, Sagar Fortune, #184, Waterfield Road, Bandra (W), Mumbai. Tel: 022-66998489
Anavila’s fuss-free saris in pure, sustainable, and luxurious textiles like exquisite cottons and silks or linen have patrons in celebrities and connoisseurs alike. Dhairya Apartments, 11th Road, Near Madhu Park, Khar (W), Mumbai. Tel: 09820814910
Shakun is most famous for its painstakingly intricate bandhej saris, but also stocks pure zari Uppadas, Kanjeevarams, Kota doriyas and Chanderis. Marshal Apartments, Pan Gali, Kemps Corner, Mumbai. Tel: 022-23881203
DELHI
Ekaya Banaras’ signature range of handwoven Benarasi saris includes anchoi, jamdani, khaddi, kadwa, kadiyal, jangla, meenakari, shikarga and nilambari among others. Also find embroidered, printed, and other heritage saris here. First floor, D7 Defence Colony, New Delhi. Tel: 011-41009143
Greenways, E-20, Connaught Place, New Delhi. Tel: 011-23415750
BENGALURU
Mysore Saree Udyog is your Mecca for silk saris—blended, printed, embellished or ombre; find a selection of luxurious drapes that will leave you spoilt for choice. 316, 1st Floor, Mahaveer Mall, K Kamaraj Road, Bengaluru. Tel: 080-25583255
Salonee Silks N Cotton, 8, Commercial Street, Tasker Town, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru. Tel: 080-41132113
JAIPUR
Vasansi is committed to preserving the art of bandhej and leheriya saris. Their hand-printed saris are coveted too. D-69, JLN marg, Near Trimurti Circle, Jaipur. Tel: 0141-5194000
Jaipur Saree Kendra, 153, Johari Bazar Road, Jaipur. Tel: 0141-2571522
Ratan Saree Centre, Shop No 174, Badi Chopar, Johari Bazar, Jaipur. Tel: 093144 91811
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Karalkada specialises in white and gold mundum neriyathum saris. Nalumukku, Kaithamukku, Thiruvananthapuram. Tel: 0471-2474520
KOCHI
Parthas Textiles is your one-stop shop for traditional weaves like Kanchipuram silks, patolas, kalamkaris, mangalgiris and more. PB No 1774, MG Road, Ernakulam, Kochi. Tel: 0484-2374175
CHENNAI
Thakurdas Choithram 173, Mount Rd, Anna Salai, Chintadripet, Chennai. Tel: 09962628989
T.Mangharam, New No 49, Old No.27, Rattan Bazaar, George Town, Chennai. Tel: 044-4262 4141
Lakshmi is curated by Vani Polavaram and is bursting with an uncompromising edit of kalyanam, Benarasi, Gadwal, ajrak, Kanchipuram, Uppada and kalamkari saris, among others. The store’s location in a heritage bungalow adds to its appeal. 18 Seethammal Road, Alwarpet, Chennai. Tel: 044-45032222
Nalli has been a purveyor in exquisite traditional saris for over 80 years now. 100, Usman Rd, Thiyagaraya Nagar, Chennai. Tel: 044-43506707
AURANGABAD
Himroo Fabrics is lauded for its fine selection of Paithani saris, and the fabric it is named after. 113, Mondha Road, Jafar Gate, Jafar Gate, Aurangabad. Tel: 09923365025
KOLKATA
Gourisaria Sarees, 10A Shakespeare Sarani, Middleton Row, Kolkata. Tel: 033-22825186
Weavers Studio works with techniques like weaving, hand block printing, screen-printing, roller textures, stencils, sprays, hand painting, batik, shibori, felting, and more. 5/1, Anil Moitra Road, Ballygunge Place, Kolkata. Tel: 033-24408926
ByLoom, 58 B Hindusthan Park, Kolkata. Tel: 033-24198727
This story is a part of our Festive Fashion series that offers practical style tips to help you get ahead of the upcoming festive season
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