Cloth Markets in Delhi: City with few of the best shopping markets

The apparel market of India resonates with vibrancy and richness at every nook and corner of the country. However, there are a few cities that wear the crown for the sheer vividness and universal appeal that never lets a shopper return empty-handed. One such city is Delhi. Right from the top luxury brands to budget-friendly options, shoppers are spoilt for choice when it comes to an array of designs and styles for men, women, and kids offered by the apparel markets in Delhi.

There has been a lull in the sales of ready-to-wear apparel ever since the lockdown began. But the apparel market is expecting a revival now during the Diwali season, just like the automobile market. Steps taken by the government like payment of arrears or advance have added up to the buying capacity of people.

The current size of India’s apparel market is around USD 65 billion and is the second biggest retail market after food and grocery. It is set to grow by 11 percent and becomes an 85 billion USD market by 2021. The country’s fashion market is driven by key growth engines like rising urbanisation, young demographics, increasing affluence, and a growing middle class.

India is a very diverse country. There are many cities which have good options for shopping for clothes and other accessories. It all depends on what type of garment you want. For instance, if you want a large variety of both Indian and western apparel, Delhi will be the cheapest place. There are several popular markets in Delhi like Janpath, Lajpat Nagar, and Sarojini Nagar.

The next good option for cheap clothes is Ludhiana because there are many cloth mills there. For silk clothes, you can explore the markets of the southern states, like Kancheepuram. If traditional clothing is your thing, then the garments markets in Gujarat like in Ahmedabad or Surat, are the ideal destinations for you.

In this article, we will tell you about the best market for shopping in the capital of India, Delhi. It is the best place to buy clothes as many brands, designers and fashion houses are here in Delhi. It has about 10-15 big high street shopping markets, huge malls, and 5-6 major wholesaling hubs.

Some of the best markets for apparel shopping in Delhi are described below:

1. Janpath

Janpath is a beautiful landmark located in the heart of New Delhi. From the Gujarati and Tibetan market here to the fancy stores and flea market, it offers an amazing shopping experience unlike any other. You can easily identify the Gujarati market from the explosion of colours extending into the lane before you. Craftsmen set under a canopy of trees selling brightly coloured kurtas and shirts, some embroidered with mirrors.

In the main market, you will find slightly costlier but more reliable products. We recommend the funky tees, sarees, and shawls. At the Flea Market, you will find trendy clothes, from denim shirts to beautiful flowy pants, from jumpsuits to Zara knock-off tops.

2. Sarojini Nagar shopping market

Many tourists like to shop from Sarojini, and it is a good place for shopping for everyone. Its roadside flea market is very famous for its top brand and it is a bargain hunter's paradise. You can good varieties of the following clothes here:

• Summer Tops: There are several small stalls from where you can buy casual tops, just near the entry.
• Funky tees and shorts.
• Denim: Sarojini gives you the option of shopping for different outfits of denim.

• Menswear: Many small shops and stalls sell denim, joggers, and sweatshirts.
• Branded wear: Branded dresses, kurtas and tops are available in some of the most popular shops here.

3. Lajpat Nagar Market

The shops in the Central Market of Lajpat Nagar are famous for their affordable ethnic wear that are not too blingy. The apparel market is closed on Mondays and it is best to visit in the morning hours to avoid the crowd. Since the stores here sell clothes on a wholesale basis also, you will find a large variety of trendy apparel in soothing colours like baby pink, beige, and pastel green.

Some stores specialise in phulkari or plain cotton dupattas ( in vibrant colors and prints ). An outlet here can offer cute bandhani dupattas for as cheap as Rs 250. Palazzo pants, sarees, suits, and lehengas are also highly sought after.

4. Karol Bagh Market

The Karol Bagh cloth market is the place where you can revamp your wardrobe. It is just a five-minute walk from the Karol Bagh metro station. The cloth market has several stores selling an assortment of apparel ranging from tees to bottom-wear. Salesman approach buyers and tell about the current discounts or ongoing sales. A major attraction for price-sensitive customers is that most of the garments are available below Rs 1000.

Jeans and T-shirts of many famous brands are available in several stores in the basements. But be prepared to bargain hard. Karol Bagh is a shopper’s paradise and is also well-known for its designer wedding lehengas and wholesale garments. City Mall and Shehnai shopping mall are some of the malls here that offer excellent shopping experience.

5. Chandni Chowk

Chandni Chowk located in north-central Delhi is one of the busiest and oldest markets in Asia. This market has some of the most well-known Indian wear shops and bridal wear sarees, suits, and lehengas are available in the latest designs. The prices are affordable, but the designs, styles, and patterns are very modern.

There are also stores dealing in ethnic embroideries and traditional textiles, and accessories stores offering precious and semi-precious stones. Chandni Chowk is especially famous for bridal shopping, especially during the wedding season. The Fatehpuri market here is a famous cloth market, and you can shop for a wide variety of textiles in the various katras - a colloquial term used for lanes in Chandni Chowk.

Ideas is a well-known factory outlet in Chandni Chowk, selling designer lawn suits. The printed suits start at Rs 700.

6. Dilli Haat

The Dilli Haat at Kidwai Nagar has a large stock of garments and other products, though at a fixed price. It was inaugurated in the year 2003 and was incepted by Delhi Tourism and the Ministry of Textiles and Tourism. The market showcases traditional Indian clothes. All sorts of clothes-kurtas, jackets, and shawls for men; sarees, scarves, and dresses for women; and kids wear-all varieties of crafts are under one roof.

Stalls from Punjab offer Phulkari thread embroidery on stoles and dupattas. They also have phulkari kurtas in amazing colors. Dilli Haat is considered the best market for shopping scarves and stoles in the city.

Delhi has one of the finest shopping hubs where you can shop for apparel to your heart’s content. It is a paradise for shopaholics owing to its lovely shopping atmosphere. So, it makes good business sense to invest in a garments store at any one of the markets mentioned above.

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FAQs

Q. What is the Janpath market famous for?

A. Janpath market has a long line of boutique stores selling amazing clothing, home décor items, and accessories.

Q. When is the Sarojini Nagar market closed?

A. It is closed on Mondays.

Q. What is famous in the Lajpat Nagar market?

A. Central Market in Lajpat Nagar is a popular shopping destination and is famous for its garments and textiles.