“Babyjee, you don’t wear kapod often enough… You should, because you look so pretty in them…”
This was what I got to hear from my maid, after coming back home late from work one evening. I was agape – I stood there thinking what the hell she is saying! I looked at myself in the mirror and saw I am totally clothed but yes not draped. It took me some time to realize that she was trying to say I hardly wear sarees anymore – though I love them! Seldom anything can beat the beauty of sarees.
So, this weekend I decided to refurbish my saree wardrobe and living in Kolkata has its perks. Kolkata, the blessed land of art and culture is a treasure trove for saree aficionados – from silk, tussar, tissue to dhakai and tant, Kolkata never disappoints.
Here’s a list of 3 best places to buy 6-yards of elegance, sarees in Kolkata:
Adi Mohini Mohan Kanjilal
One of the oldest shops in the heart of the city, Adi Mohini Mohan Kanjilal is still wooing us ladies, generation after generation. Its enthralling designs, luscious fabrics and textures and amazing customer service are right on fleek. However, the best part remains their constant innovation of designs, matching with changing times and fashion.
Key Takeaway – Dhakai Jamdani
Benarasi Kuthi
Opulent Benrasi sarees from none other than Benarasi Kuthi is taking the city by storm. Their awe-inspiring Bridal Saree Collection is all thing LOVE. Apart from the massive collection of Benarasi and its many variants, this store boasts of a wide assortment of Kanjivaram, Ilkal, and even the gorgeous Dhakai.
Key Takeaway – Benarasi
Byloom Sarees
Byloom sarees is a new fairly new addition to Kolkata’s Saree Shopping listicle and it has turned to be an instant urban crowd-puller. For handloom addicts, this place is a saving grace! The fabulous collection of silk cotton and south cotton sarees here is a treasure. Also, the ‘Abeer’ collection corners a special place in the heart of all you urban women.
Key Takeaway – Handloom cotton sarees
Happy Shopping!
But what happens if you don’t live here! Would you miss all the fun and frenzy of saree shopping? No; Kolkata being a traveler’s paradise boasts of lot many 3 star hotels near Esplanade Kolkata – one of them is VIP International Hotel. It’s one of the most comfortable hotels with free breakfast Kolkata ensuring you get the most curated travelling experience. So, if travelling is in your mind, do consider this budget accommodation near to all major places of interest.