Clothing trends come and go, but sarees never go out of style. It’s arguable the most essential and invariable fashion staple in the wardrobes of women country-wide. We bring you a list of Mumbai’s best saree stores so that you can continue to shop around and build your saree-game. From vivacious designer sarees to elegant traditional sarees, these stores have it all.
With its roots beginning in 1942, Kala Niketan is an important institution in the city’s garment industry. While the head office is in Marine Lines, they also have outlets in Juhu and further afield in Pune and Baroda. They sell traditional and specialized designer sarees, banarasi and kancheepuram, and with designs old and new – there’s something for everyone.
95, Maharshi Karve Road, Marine Lines
Navyug, JVPD Scheme, VM Road, Vile Parle (West), near Juhu police station;
A huge hit among brides-to-be, Roopkala Sarees offers chic designer sarees as well as plain, more traditional sarees. Offerings also include lehengas, cholis, salwar suits and designer shoes. Their first store opened in Marine Lines in 1952 and a second one catering to the northern suburbs was opened in Santa Cruz in 2012. They also have a vibrant online store.
This Indian clothing store has expanded dramatically since its modest beginnings as a small retail outlet in 1963. With a variety of saree offerings in silk and cotton, they continue to remain one of the top saree outlets in the city. Salwar suits and designer lehengas are also worth checking out here.