Priya Gopal Bishoyi

Priyo Gopal Bishoyi is a favourite destination when it comes to saree shopping for any occasion. They have two outlets, one in Burrabazar (the wholesale market of Kolkata)and the other in Triangular Park, near Gariahat. A whole range of sarees from Banarsi silks, South silks, Taant, (woven from cotton threads) Ikkat ,Baluchari and Bomkai are […]

Mabesha

The location of Mabesha, in the nerve center of Bengali shopping area is unbeatable. There is a quiet quality and the reputation that has been built up over the last 15 years speaks volumes. Classic sarees in Cotton, Benarsi Silk, Matka silk , Tant sarees from Phulia , reflecting Bengali style are some of the choices that you will find here. Stylish range of light weight benarsi bridal sarees is a big draw . Mabesha is well known for hand painting of mythological figures in silk sarees as well as hand embroidery. The prices are reasonable and you will definitely want to buy more than one to add to your collection.

• 033-24651862/ 9836517517

RMCA Basak

RMCA Basak, is a 30+ year old store known for Bengal handloom saris. A trusted name in Kolkata, they have a wide range of saris. They have now extended their product line to include salwar kameez, blouse pieces, supernet saris, kota saris and chiffons. The prices start from Rs 300 and go up to Rs 10,000 or more per piece. They offer a wide range of designer saris with beautiful embroidery.

• 033 2464 0226

RMGC Basak

Besides Bengal Tant saris, they also have Jamdani saris and Kantha stitch embroidery saris. Jamdani is a hand loom woven fabric made of cotton, which historically was referred to as muslin. Jamdani weaving is a traditional Bengali occupation. It is one of the most time consuming and labor intensive form of hand loom weaving. The weave was called Dhakai earlier. The name comes from Dhaka city, capital of Bangladesh, where this type of sari was tradionally made. Kantha embroidery is a quilting stitch popular in Bangladesh and West Bengal. In addition to saris, you can shop around for scarves, stoles, shawls, tops and fabrics in traditional Bengali patterns. .

• 033 2461 7277/ 24602140