What to do and see in Karnataka, India: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

November 30, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Karnataka is a state in the south western region of India. It was formed on 1 November 1956, with the passage of the States Reorganisation Act. Originally known as the State of Mysore, it was renamed Karnataka in 1973. The state corresponds to the Carnatic region. The capital and largest city is Bangalore (Bengaluru).
Restaurants in Karnataka

1. Badsha Stores - The Silk Experience Since 1965

Shop# 5, Vishveshwarya Bhawan K.R, Kr Circle, Mysuru (Mysore) 570001 India +91 821 400 4022 [email protected] http://www.badshastores.com
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5.0 based on 125 reviews

Badsha Stores - The Silk Experience Since 1965

About Us: The legacy of the Badsha brand dates back to almost 10 decades when Badsha started off as a small village store near Mangalore. Over the years Badsha has grown into a very trusted and popular brand in Karnataka, with Ethnic Indian wear retail chain of stores in Bangalore, Mysore and Virajpet. Badsha Stores was a signature store for the Badsha brand that was started in 1964. Over the years the store has transformed with time to cater to clients from different regions for all kinds of clothing in silks, Sarees and fabrics. Badsha Stores has an exquisite collection of silks and sarees directly sourced from weavers and artisans from villages in Karnataka , Tamil Nadu and Andra Pradesh and in an around the old mysore region. The Badsha's have patrons from all over the world for products such as 100% pure silk from the Mysore region, Kanjevaram, Dharmavaram, Aarni, Pochampalli, Cotton silk blends from TN, Banarasi silk sarees, brocades, and fabrics, 100% pure silk scarves, stoles, ties and duvet covers.. There are clients who feel nostalgic when they come to buy clothes for their children's wedding since they also had shopped for their wedding trousseau few decades ago at the same place; such has been the wonderful experience of clients who have been in their fold since generations. Badsha stores has catered to the customers all over the world and even to the Royal family of the Mysore. Mysore being a prominent tourist destination has hosted a lot of global celebrities and they have never missed an opportunity to shop at Badsha Stores. Collections : Sarees : Badsha Stores is a one stop shop for all types of Sarees keeping you in tune with traditions as well as latest trends. Find yourself a 100% pure silk Saree from the Mysore region with class and elegance. If you feel like getting a light feel with a saree pick from our exquisite collections of Chiffons, Crepes and Georgette Sarees , that feel very elegant but at the same time light and easy to wear. If you are looking for regional choice we have a very carefully selected range of Kanjivarams, Dharmavarams , Cotton and Cotton Blends Sarees , Tussars and Khadi from the South Indian. We also have an nice collection of embellished sarees that would be ideal for the north Indian wedding you plan to go to. Salwar Kameez Be it a evening party or a casual outing. You will find a salwar kameez to suit your occasion. Our designs in salwar kameez are availablein Anarkalis to Straight cuts. You can find Salwar kameez in Silks , Cottons and Net fabrics. Tunics : Tunics are for all occasions. For casual outings, for office wear or for small get togethers. We have tunics in 100% pure silk, Cottons and all kinds of Synthetics. The patterns vary from Embroidery, with Prints and also embellishments. You can match up the tunics with a choice of your leggings , jeggings and Patiala's. Fabrics : We have a rich heritage of dealing with fabrics of all kinds. We typically use fabrics to custom design outfits and also to create elegant pieces of home furnishing. We have an excellent collection of 100% pure silks, Dupions, Raw Silk , Tussar Silk , Khadi Silk , Noil , Plain Silks crepe silks , Satins ,Linen, Pure wool, Cotton and Brodcades. With you in house tailoring you can transform these fabrics into unbelievable pieces of clothing to suit any occasion. Shawls : Shawls are the simplest and most elegant gifts one can think of. Shawls are also for all occasions and for everyone. Be it a evening party , or a casual outing or a trip to a hill station. Shawls come handy everywhere. We have an exquisite collection of shawls in Pure Silk, Silk Blends , Pure Wool and our world famous pashminas. Scarves: Wrap up your style with our outfit-perfecting range of scarves with elegant color prints and designs. Choose rage of bright colors and prints in soft silks, cottons and cashmere. Ties: We continue our heritage with ties for men due to the silk link. Find yourself exclusive silk ties in plains, prints and stripes. Be it business meeting or a ultra-formal wedding , you will find a choice for you here. Duvet Covers: We sell the finest silk comforters, silk duvet cover sets and silk blankets. The duvets are intricately designed with silks from the most authentic sources. We believe silks provide comfort and we make every effort to make the comfort look elegant.

Reviewed By Bhimdwiveditraveller

Good Staff and excellent collection of Mysore Silk Sarees at Affordable price infact cheaper than many other shops in Mysore .

2. Varnam Store

No. 444, Basement, On 5th Main, After 13th Cross, Indiranagar 2nd Stage Indiranagar 2nd Stage, Bengaluru 560038 India +91 99807 35911 [email protected] http://www.varnam.co.in
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Varnam Store

Varnam is a multiple award-winning social enterprise that aims to provide sustainable livelihoods to artisans in india. We have been working for over 3 years with artisans in Channapatna, Karnataka to reinvent their 200 year old wooden toy craft and also training the next generation of artisans. The result is a series of products in home, lighting, jewelry and toys. Our store is an attempt to showcase this local craft and offer a destination point for buying local, handmade and ethical gifts in Bangalore. Our work has won us multiple awards including the Kyoorius Blue Elephant and the CII Design Excellence award twice in a row.

Reviewed By jim_mc347 - London, United Kingdom

It was a real pleasure to seek out and find this shop. To browse and to select without being followed around by over keen sellers. To be treated respectfully and to be able to buy quality items was indeed a great relief and an even greater pleasure.

3. Leather Collections

63 New Bamboo Bazaar Road, Bengaluru 560051 India +91 95909 04137 [email protected] http://www.leather-collections.com
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Leather Collections

Leather Collections sells quality leather Goods, Accessories and Footwear for both men and women.

Reviewed By mdhassu

They customize leather jackets at a very reasonable price. They have nice range of leather products like shoes slippers laptop bags belts and many more items.

4. The Bride Fashion Boutique

137, Koramangala 5th Block Lane, before Hatti Kappi, Bengaluru 560072 India +91 99805 66113 https://www.facebook.com/thebrideonline
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

The Bride Fashion Boutique

Reviewed By AshaS445

It's been 5yrs since I have known this boutique and the owner (Garima) .The work and styling of the place is amazing. The best part about my experience is how Garima converts my dream work into reality and even amazing is when she brings me on track with her smiling face by suggesting me to go for what will suit me rather than what's expensive or flashy as per screen or pic... She always has amazing ideas and plan B in place to make it fit to your pocket!

5. Blossom Book House

No 84/6 Blossom Book House Church Street Opposite Amoeba, Bengaluru 560001 India +91 80 2532 0400 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/BlossomBookStore/
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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Blossom Book House

Reviewed By josephmP3056AQ - Pune, India

Well entrenched on the cobbled Church street behind MG road , a coffee at the legendary Koshy's fuels you for the world of Blossom Book house. Three floors of it, arranged by old , new, authors and genre at prices that are U N B E L I E V A B L E in this day and age. I picked up the entire collection of Robert Ludlum including 2 first print hardbound copies...beat that. This is probably the avid readers Mecca.

6. Badsha Stores

Kamraj Road Commercial Plaza, Near Commercial Street, Bengaluru 560042 India +91 80 4171 3300
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Badsha Stores

The silk experience since 1914.The legacy of the Badsha brand dates back to almost 10 decades when Badsha started off as a small village store near Mangalore. Over the years Badsha has grown into a very trusted and popular brand in Karnataka, with Ethnic Indian wear retail chain of stores in Bangalore, Mysore and Virajpet. Badsha Stores was a signature store for the Badsha brand that was started in 1964. Over the years the store has transformed with time to cater to clients from different regions for all kinds of clothing in silks, Sarees. Badsha Stores has an exquisite collection of silks and sarees directly sourced from weavers and artisans from villages in Karnataka , Tamil Nadu and Andra Pradesh and in an around the old mysore region. The Badsha's have patrons from all over the world for products such as 100% pure silk from the Mysore region, Kanjevaram, Dharmavaram, Aarni, Pochampalli, Cotton silk blends from TN, Banarasi silk sarees, brocades, and fabrics, 100% pure silk scarves, stoles, ties and duvet covers. There are clients who feel nostalgic when they come to buy clothes for their children's wedding since they also had shopped for their wedding trousseau few decades ago at the same place; such has been the wonderful experience of clients who have been in their fold since generations. Badsha stores has catered to the customers all over the world and even to the Royal family of the Mysore. Mysore being a prominent tourist destination has hosted a lot of global celebrities and they have never missed an opportunity to shop at Badsha Stores.

Reviewed By karunadurbarry

Human soul is always hungry for beauty.We seek it everywhere.Here its about clothes.If one needs the best then it becomes a must to go in Badshah store whereby there are not only a variety of beautiful colourful sarees for gorgeous ladies but there are also large varieties of kurtis,lehengas,ready made blouses or cholis. Moreover,the motos of Badshah store make this wonderful shop be even more wonderful and unique in Bangalore.The way,Javed,the successful businessman cares and treat his customers leave a very deep impression on his customers.Indeed his courteous treatment makes every customer a walking advertisement. He empathize and actively listen to his customers believing that customer satisfaction is priceless thus precious.If one wants the best then he should go to Badshah store whereby authentic and genuine clothes are available...

7. Lotus Vibe

Vittal Mallya Road 2nd Floor, UB City, Bengaluru 560001 India +91 80 4161 6939 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Lotus-Vibe-Hand-crafted-with-love-568542966493030/
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

Lotus Vibe

Accessories (quilts, laptop bags, wallets, bags, pillows, purses, backpacks, lunch bags, tech pouches, and many others). Exquisitely hand crafted with finest cotton fabric, loved by international guests and affordably priced. Close to many popular hotels. Infinite customisation possible with fabric colour, type, motif and design and personalised with name of you choice. Delivered to your address.

8. Bharath Art And Crafts

#1549/2, Bharath House, Nizami Chouk, Channapatna 562160 India +91 99167 77324 [email protected] http://bharathartandcrafts.business.site
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Bharath Art And Crafts

We are a one of the oldest artisans group of Channapatna toys and handicrafts. We offers live demo of our traditional work and about the history of Channapatna toys and handicrafts.

Reviewed By rpkrishn - Bengaluru, India

We had been to this place on 28th Dec'20 to make it a combined outing-cum-learning experience, yet not far from Bangalore. our 9 year old learnt about Channapatna and the world famous toys during her school project last month. We wanted to show her the toys and also the work that goes behind as well. Thanks to other reviews on Trip Advisor on Bharath Arts & Crafts, it was worth every min & rupee we spent. First we went to the shop where the toys are sold. Though small in size, the variety of the toys and creative utilities made out of wood were pretty exciting & enlightening. My kid loved it every bit (she wants to visit again!). The place and the person who manned it were very friendly. Personally felt the price of the toys was reasonable. We were also encouraged to the factory - about 2 km from the shop - in 'Channapatna Toys Center' that is coming up. Once in the factory, we were greeted by Mr. Srinivas who explained about the wood used in these toys and lacquer used to color them. Then he took us to the lathe machines used to making toys. He enthusiastically explained with a spirited demo of making of a beautiful Top. My kid was in full awe at the way the colorful Top shaped up from what was just a block of wood a few minutes ago! Unless you are proud of your work, it is difficult to display such passion while showcasing it to an unknown visitor. Super experience. I wish such traditional toy making business flourish for generations to come. This place is a perfect weekend get-away for anyone in Bangalore or nearby places. More so, if you have a kid to accompany and learn.

9. Caravan Evolved Craft Private Limited

Hatworks Boulevard, 32, Cunningham Road Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru 560052 India +91 80 4853 5915 [email protected] http://www.caravancraft.com/
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Caravan Evolved Craft Private Limited

A history tour. A trip into the future. A cafe. An artisan's hub. It's more than just a store. Experience ancient Indic craft, evolved. Shop for apparel, jewellery and gifts. Meet artisans. Located a mere 5km from MG Rd, discover over 32 ancient Indian craft forms reinterpreted with a modern designer lens, making this unlike any other fashion boutique or craft gallery you'll visit in Bangalore!

10. Prachin Art and Crafts

No 85 27th a Cross 4th Block, Jayanagar, Benagluru, Bengaluru 560011 India +91 97411 11055 [email protected] http://prachin.co.in/handicrafts.html/
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Prachin Art and Crafts

Prachin Arts & Craft is dedicated to supporting and empowering traditional (folk and tribal) Indian artists and artisans through systematic and sustained development efforts. We seek to ensure their social and economic well-being, nurture creative community enterprises, foster global recognition and collaboration for indigenous arts, and promote, protect and preserve the integrity and diversity.

Reviewed By 551sudarshang

Must Visit Place For Art Lovers, Visited Last Week Got Required Gifts At Reasonable Price. Friendly Staff

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