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Ahilaya
A regular supplier to Bergdorf and netaporter.com, this pint-sized shop is worth seeking out for its hand-embroidered silk and cotton tunics and caftans in pastel hues such as lemon yellows, rose pinks and sea green. They will happily provide alterations for a tailored fit.
Chor Bazaar
Translating to “Thieves’ Market,” Chor Bazar lives up to its finder’s keeper reputation. Search high and low for everything from hand-painted ceramic doorknobs to vintage Bollywood movie posters. Daily Boss, which is similar to the U.S.'s Daily Candy, has a helpful map of Chor Bazaar, which is worth downloading before a visit.
Courtyard
The best couture shopping in Mumbai is in the Courtyard. Behind an egg-shell–hued building lies a dozen designer boutiques (the who’s who of Indian design from Neeru Kumar to Rajesh Pratap Singh to Abraham & Thakore) anchored by a tranquil, central courtyard, making it a rare one stop-shop destination.
Curio Cottage
Just off of Colaba’s main drag, this unassuming contemporary jewelry shop is a favorite of Bollywood A-listers. Browse everything from traditional earrings and trendy cuffs to gemstone encrusted rings and strands of turquoise and smoky topaz.
Dhoop Crafts
In 2003, Aradhana Nagpal opened Dhoop with her husband, with the intention of showcasing pieces by weaving, bamboo craft, wood-carving, pottery and patchwork artisan communities across India. Look for everything from lamps made with recycled materials to craft kits to exquisitely woven chairs.
Goodearth
Run, don’t walk, to this stunning homewares emporium, which can best be described as India’s answer to Crate and Barrel. The selection includes everything from tabletop pieces to furnishings to quilted infant blankets and hand-poured candles. The flagship Raghuvanshi Mills location also has an on-site café called the Tasting Room, which is an culinary spot in its own right.
Joy Shoes
Joy Shoes at the Taj Mahal Hotel is no secret, but its fame is deserved. They sell leather shoes and make the best Indian sandals, from wedged kohlapuris to more contemporary golden thongs.
Le Mill (Wadi Bunder)
Three fashionable expats came together to found this well-curated design boutique, housed in a former rice mill (hence the name) in south Mumbai. Along with big-name global designers such as Isabel Marant and Alexander Wang, you’ll find pieces by London-based Indian designer Saloni Lodha and stoles from Kashmir Loom. Le Mill recently opened a second location in more central Breach Candy.
The Bombay Store
While Mumbai has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to shopping, it’s often hard to find everything under one roof. Enter The Bombay Store, a three-story emporium of Indian goodies perfect for gift giving and souvenirs, including peacock-motif tote bags, pop-art inspired coasters, mix-and-match tunics and shawls in a rainbow of colors and organic skincare by Khadi.
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