Good Earth

Style, luxury, elegance. Aesthetic concepts brought home to you by Anita Lal’s design house that is at once creative and whimsical. The home decor and lifestyle product range at Good Earth includes textiles, crockery, glassware, bed linen, cushion and pillows, skin care, essential oils and fragrance and silver-plated accessories. You take pride in buying a kansathali (plate made of an alloy of brass and tin) here. Yes, there is an emphasis on Indian-ness and quality and the prices are high. The tableware includes tea-sets, dinner sets, trays, mats and napkins. Even a cushion is an extraordinary creation with vivid colors, rich textures and pretty embroidery. Regal chandeliers, crystal decanters, ornate lampshades, exquisite vases and colorful bottles , all eclectic ideas for an elite home, are available here. They also have a stylish collection of ready to wear dresses such as palazzo pants, kurtis, skirts and stoles in cotton & other natural fabrics. The sari and blouse collection is from ‘Raw Mango’ . Sarees are priced in the range of Rs 30,000 to Rs 40,000 per piece. Spa products, “organic” line of products, herbal skincare, puja essentials… phew; it is most certainly an inspirational lifestyle that is being sold here. It is one of the best shops for home furnishings in Delhi and is located at a vantage point in the Khan Market Shopping Market.

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Central Cottage Industries Emporium

Indian Arts & crafts in Central Cottage Industries Emporium Ever wondered where you could get the big stone/metal/wood Indian deities like Ganesha, Nataraja Saraswati and Krishna? That exquisite Bankura silver elephant with glittering enamel-work? Those hand-crafted boxes of incense cones that aid yoga and meditation? It is here, it is here, it is here – […]

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The Shop

The Shop Delhi is a spacious store that stocks stoneware products , garments, kitchen and dining accessories. Stoneware products include plates, bowls, cups, candle stands and such items. They come with a dull finish, typically in colours such as greys and browns and look stylish and contemporary. On the first floor they stock table linen and colourful quilts and cushion covers. They also stock tunics , tops and dresses . The fabric used is light weight cotton or georgette with colourful ,bright prints. For reviews of more such Delhi shop reviews, check out Shopkhoj!

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Stone Art

Stone Art is another place where you can purchase statues, fountains and modern art pieces made of stone and marble for the outdoors. They have a lot of imported pieces from Indonesia and other European countries. So, if you are looking for Grecian marble statues ,Victorian marble benches , planters in granite and marble, then this is the place to visit. Prices start from a few thousand rupees each.

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Marble Art Palace

Were you looking to spruce up your garden with a stone fountain, stone sculpture, or perhaps some jali/ trellis work pieces? Well, Marble Art Palace has some of these wonderful pieces on display and would be happy to customize several of these items for you. There are numerous fountains in circular and rectangular shapes as well as Victorian style statues, Buddha and , Ganesha statues and planters and pots in varying sizes, besides pillars, columns and jalis. Sandstone, marble, Jaisalmer stone and granite are used to make these exquisite pieces. Go and take a look ,you will fall in love with these.

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Muslin

If you are you looking for a place to buy exclusive, expensive draperies and upholstery Muslin store is the high end exclusive boutique shop in Delhi for home furnishings and accessories. Fabrics in cotton, linen, polyester ,silk and velvet in floral, sheers and jacquard finishes will envelope you in sheer luxury .They stock both imported and domestic fabrics and accessories . The staff is very courteous. Their clientele include the best hotels in town. Do visit this Delhi shop, even if you do not have immediate plans to purchase fabrics. Designers and architects highly recommend the shop. Looking for furniture that fits your budget? Check out other furniture stores

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Floors and Furnishings

Shopping in Delhi & Gurgaon for upholstery has become a rewarding experience. There are several shops in the Delhi Gurgaon (MG road ) corridor. Floors and Furnishings store has a wonderful collection of furnishing fabrics, wall coverings, upholstery, rugs, bed and bath collections and accessories. The ground floor has a great selection of furnishing fabrics sourced form the domestic market. The first floor has a fantastic worldwide selection with several designers from London and from other parts of Europe being represented. The basement has towels, shower curtains, cushions, mattresses and bath accessories. This is a very well known shop and they have been in this business for three decades. While Floors and Furnishings store is in Gurgaon, they have several retail showrooms in Delhi as well as in other Indian cities. Look for other furnishing stores in Gurgaon

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Amar Colony

Amar Colony Antique Furniture. A unique open-air market that sells wooden chairs, side tables, stools, chest of drawers, cupboards and many more used furniture. Many are very old pieces that are repaired, repainted and refurbished –at times lending an authentic antique look. You can get lucky sometimes and chance upon a beautiful sideboard ,lounge chairs , a side table or a cupboard. You can shop for home decor items such as a: Brass Budha statue Flower vase Small showpiece made of metal. Antique clocks Water jars Antique telephones Lamps and Lamp shades Tin Posters Lord shiva’s bust in metal and marble Brass elephant Tissue boxes and trays Antique cameras Antique lanterns Ceramic knobs Wall hanging pieces Ponder around the Amar Colony market and find pieces that are suited to your home. Walk to the end of the market to find unique antique home decor items. There is definitely no order here. No air-conditioned halls or glossy catalogues. But the charm of old furniture masks the clutter ,and the unhurried manner of the shopkeepers is another attractive feature of the market . You can browse around just as much as you want. If you do decide to place an order for customized furniture you can haggle with the shopkeepers and finalise the price. This Amar Colony shopping market is near the Lajpat Nagar Central Market on the other side of the Ring Road.

OMA Store

Oma Store is a contemporary and stylish home décor shop with an accent on bath and dining accessories. Many of the pieces are imported from Europe . They have a vast showroom with a huge collection on display – decorative lamps and chandeliers, wine glasses, cutlery, tableware , fragrances, scented candles , bath soaps, soap dispensers, tooth brush holders, ,towel holders and towels. Also on display are beds, dining tables, coffee tables and side tables. You can even custom order them. Decorative paintings and wall art pieces from South Asia could interest you with their bold display of colors and abstract themes .Do not miss out on their outdoor decorative objects like earthen vases and candle stands. They are backed by the Hero Motors group. They have stores in MG Road, Select City walk , Saket and Emporio Mall, Vasant Kunj as well.

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All Arts

All Arts is a basement shop for old Hindi film posters, tin boxes & trays with mythological figures and old political calendars. It is a fascinating shop if you are on an antique hunting trip for similar articles. It is fairly spacious and you can easily spend a couple of hours browsing through the collection. They have an online presence as well. Remarks – Best Delhi shop for Old Hindi film posters For more such Delhi shop reviews, check out Shopkhoj!

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Country Collection

Nestled in a little lane in Hauz Khas is Country Collection – a unique shop that sells antique objects and furniture from all over India. It has mostly wooden furniture – old chest of drawers, cabinets, wall panels, poster beds, side tables, book shelves and carts. Most of them are purportedly restored items, retrieved from heritage sites. The artefacts have either been repaired or recreated from wood of old bullock carts, doors, windows and unwanted furniture. The shop is full of interesting and aesthetically pleasing objects – mirrors, partitions and paintings included. You simply cannot leave without buying something, anything, even a souvenir. Small boxes and frames sell for Rs. 800 to Rs.1000 each, while chests and shelves are sold for about Rs. 15,000 – Rs. 20,000 per piece, while the beds and heavy furniture command higher prices. Search for other shops in Hauz Khas Village

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Home Centre

Home Centre DLF City Centre is a huge departmental store and is part of the Lifestyle store brand. As the name suggests, Home Center stocks all home accessories, including furnishings, furniture ,modular kitchens and more. Home Centre offers an exhaustive and impressive range of furniture and furnishings for the living room,dining room and bed room. The dining and serving products on display are innovative and interesting . The stores are large and it is a pleasure shopping here for all your home needs.

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Lifestyle – Ambience Mall Vasant Kunj

Whether it is window-shopping or an unabashed shopping binge, there is no other place than well-appointed Lifestyle Ambience Mall in Delhi. A range of products and brands under one roof, with assured quality and a surfeit of choices add convenience to your shopping. The mall ,spread over 8.25 acres, hosts big shops and brands, including women’s apparel, accessories, cosmetics, fragrances, home decor, watches and jewellery. To name a few: Forever 21, Pantaloons, Westside, Big Bazaar, Body Shop, Accessorize, Venus Steps, Levis, Landmark, Shoppers Stop, Lifestyle, Calvin Kline and FCUK. Of course there are restaurants and multiplexes too. Psst… the DLF Promenade Mall and the DLF Emporio Mall dubbed the “most expensive mall in India” are next door. It is definitely a dream day-out for the girls around Delhi. For more such Delhi shop reviews, check out Shopkhoj!

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Cauvery Karnataka State Arts and Crafts Emporium

The State of Karnataka is famous for rosewood, sandalwood and teakwood. The Sandalwood gives out a wonderful fragrance and can be easily carved to make beautiful figurines. Cauvery Karnataka State Arts and Crafts Emporium stocks a great selection of such pieces ,including garlands made with sandalwood shavings. Mysore and Bengaluru are the main centers for rose wood carving and the local artists make beautiful items. Tables , chairs and dining pieces are all available with inlay work on them. Teakwood is also found in the State and hence there are several furniture and other figurines made of this wood on display . For more such shop reviews, search on Shopkhoj

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Kashmir Government Arts Emporium

Pashmina shawls, Kashmir silks, willow chairs, Crewel craft (unique embroidery on upholstery and drapery) home decor, papier mache decoratives and walnut furniture. All of this and more is on display and sale at the Jammu and Kashmir Emporium. Papier mache products include boxes in various colours and shapes, plates, bowls, and a range of decorative items for the table top, walls and windows. Kashmiri naqashi (painting) with natural vegetable and mineral dyes turn waste paper into rare pieces of art .Who can resist the lacquered papier mache balls, bells, crescents and stars in vibrant colours? The small mattresses called namdas and gabbas (made by felting wool)and sporting chain stitch embroidery are a big attraction. Prices depend on size, design and the percentage of wool in the products.The shawls, silks and indeed the wood craft pieces need no marketing. If you are looking to add a Kashmiri touch to your home, go for the carpets – the more knots per square inch, the greater the value and durability. While most shoppers are aware of these items, not many give the copperware a second look. Please do. You will find something that you can treasure for the rest of your life. The Samovar (tea-kettle of Russian origin), for instance,is an interesting piece on display. This is one of the best shop for handicrafts in Delhi.

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Fabindia- GK N Block Market

A fine retail store for ready-made garments at affordable prices. Hand-woven and hand printed textiles is the USP of this exporter-turned-domestic retailer. Traditional craft-based techniques, natural dyes and contemporary designs lend an authentic look and feel to the salwar-kameez, skirts, tunics, shorts, stoles, churidars, Patiala-style salwars, dupattas, jackets, shirts and saris that are stocked in plenty . You can pick up a chic skirt and top with traditional Indian block print – it gives a modern, yet ethnic touch to the dress. Long and short kurtas with beautiful ethnic prints in a variety of colours and textures are a great attraction. Kurtas in mull (very soft cotton) with (vegetable dye block printing technique prints, in linen with exquisite embroidery and in silk and Chanderi cotton are all breathtakingly beautiful. Match them with normal salwars, churidars or Patiala salwars. They have a huge selection of dupattas available in Chanderi cotton, cotton, silk and wool. True sari lovers will love the stunning Chikan, Tussar and Maheshwari saris in woven silk and cotton prints, even though the prices are steep -upwards of Rs. 5000 per sari . A kurta costs about Rs. 400 each , while prices of skirts and tops, start at Rs. 700 and Rs. 500 per piece . The brand is now being extended to a select range of hand-crafted jewellery, personal and skin care products ,such as soaps, shampoos, conditioners, pure oils, moisturizers ,and organic foods such as pulses, flour, seeds, seasonings and herbal teas. There are a couple of more Fab India shops in the same shopping market . Both these stores stock a range of furniture such as beds, sofa sets ,book shelves and so on. There are home furnishing items and fabrics as well. Dining table covers & mats, ready made curtains, bed covers and bed sheets, cushion covers and towels are some of the items available in the store

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Casa Pop

If you are young & trendy and have a vivacious personality, chances are that you would like to decorate your home that way.

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Purbasha –Tripura Emporium

Tripura is a tiny State in India in the North East ,bordering Bangladesh. The population mainly consists of hilly and tribal people.The Tripura State shopping Emporium in Baba Kharak Singh Marg Delhi is called Purbasha. Purbasha stocks a variety of products as also furniture made from cane and bamboo. There are baskets, table mats and runners , trays, stools ,chairs and tables, all made from cane or bamboo .There are a few pieces on the ground floor and several other pieces on the basement floor . In addition, they have a great range of sarees and fabrics at very reasonable prices. They stock Jamdani /Tant sarees. The Tant is the one of the finest forms of handloom products originally from West Bengal . The sari is woven from cotton and is very famous for its lightness and transparency. Jamdani weaving is a rich intricate and traditional work on cotton or fine cotton (muslin) . Today ,Jamdani saris are available in cotton, pure silk and tussar silk. Daccai (Dhakai)Jamdani saris are distinct from other varieties due to their very fine texture and their elaborate and ornate workmanship. The saris are elegant,simple & affordable . Tant cotton saris with gold zari work are around Rs 2000 a piece . The saris are in very light shades such as beige, off white, pink & yellow. If you are looking for original Bengali Tant saris then this emporium is one of the best shops in Delhi. For reviews of more such Delhi shop reviews, check out Shopkhoj!

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Manjusha West Bengal Emporioum

Manjusha West Bengal Emporioum Manjusha West Bengal Emporioum – The Tant is the one of the finest forms of handloom products that West Bengal has gifted us. This Bengali sari is woven from cotton and is very famous for its lightness and transparency. There is a good selection of Bengal cotton sarees. The prices are […]

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