The best fashion and gift stores North India

This shop which is close to Lake Palace is like Aladdin's cave! It is full of gold and silver jewelleries and especially precious or semi-precious stones. The owner, M. Mansoor, will share his passion for them and will advise you. He will talk about their origins, their meanings, their benefits ... Jewelleries can be manufactured according to your taste and you will leave with a unique jewel if you are seduced. You will have an exceptional experience and a royal welcome in this shop which is a must in Jaipur.

It is not easy to find the right jewelry when you are in demand from all sides, especially for a major purchase. The Ratnam Jewellers falls into the category of trusted stores. Raji Gupta, the owner of this nice store, known for his honesty and his very affordable prices, welcomes you with an Italian coffee and a wide smile. You can admire the many rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets in peace, without having someone behind your back to push you to buy.

This charming little store, on the second floor of a shopping mall, is run by a French woman. The smiling Diane will help you find the rare pearl among a large choice of silver or gold-plated jewelry set with fine stones. All items are original productions and are set with natural stones only. Rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces range from ethnic to modern and contemporary styles. If you want to wear a unique item, you are at the right place!

Coming from a family of artists from Tamil Nadu, Shiv Swami perpetuates the tradition of miniature painting in the rules of art and trains other artists who work alongside him. The prices of the works vary according to the "grade" of the artist and the time of work. In the workshop, the prices vary between 500 Rs and 15 000 Rs. He will give you a demonstration of the meticulousness and delicacy of his work, which you can observe with a magnifying glass to capture all the details. Shiv Swami can also produce works to order.

This store is a real Ali Baba's cave! You can find everything: silk, linen, cotton and cashmere, home decoration items (cushions, tablecloths, bedspreads), clothes and accessories (scarves, tunics, stoles in pure cashmere, wild silk by the meter, original bags, embroidered canvas suitcases)... Many of the textiles are printed with a wood stamp in the nearby village of Bagru. A visit of the factory is possible on request. There are also a wide range of teas, incense, candles and beauty products.

Three generations of jewelers work side by side in this store located in the street of gold and silver. The choice is more important than it seems, because if you don't find what you are looking for in the windows, wait for the suite, hidden at the back of the store. The prices are reasonable and the reputation of this store is well established. Silver, gold, precious and semi-precious stones, there is something for everyone..

Slightly set back from the road leading to Amber Fort, Ratnavali occupies what looks like a small palace... pink as it should be in Jaipur. Whether you want to buy fine jewelry, just look at it or find an original gift at the right price, you've come to the right place. The house is part of the Jaipur Jewelers Association, a guarantee of quality and reliability. It offers a superb selection of silver and gold jewelry, precious and semi-precious stones, pearl necklaces and bracelets.

Specialized in solid silver jewelry, this establishment welcomes you in a large showroom where you can discover all the Rajput handicraft. You will discover a large choice of tribal bracelets, anklets, necklaces of all kinds, pendants, precious stones, rings for the hand or the toes. Jewels n' Arts also offers a selection of decorative objects for the home such as lamps or cushion covers... Here, the choice is of quality without neglecting creativity!

Kapila is extremely gentle and does a very good job. Epilation, hair cuts, henna… Exclusively reserved for women.

If for some reason you can't make it to Jaipur, this is a safe place to buy quality jewelry. Photos of American celebrities, such as Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, are proudly displayed on the walls and stairs of the store leading to the second floor. Here, fine jewelry is displayed alongside silver jewelry, mother-of-pearl and precious marquetry boxes, religious statues inlaid with precious stones and chess sets made of ebony and ivory. Much more than a jeweler...

Scams with precious or semi-precious stones are legion in Jaipur. Between fake diamonds, fake stones, fake certificates, fake connoisseurs who will lie to you with aplomb..., you have every chance to fall on a fake! This laboratory is therefore a precious address if you intend to buy stones during your visit to Jaipur. You deposit a sample or your purchase and the laboratory will authenticate them. This will avoid you many inconveniences, in particular that of having been swindled.

Indian Clothing (sari, kurta…)

Other store: Shop No. 15, Nehru Bazaar. Tel: (0141) 231 83.

This specialized store, which is located below the Classic Inn hotel, sells embroidered objects made by women of Kutch, grouped in cooperatives. The aim is to redistribute the profits to these women in order to ensure them a source of income. The models, inspired in particular by Banni and Patola tribal art, are marvels of finesse: traditional clothing, kurtas, shawls, household linen, bags, accessories... Prices are fixed and affordable. A store with a clear conscience, full of good gift ideas.

A good tailor in Paharganj who can do whatever you want: from traditional suit to exact replica of your garment.

A wide choice of cameras, films and offers for development and printing.

Fair Trade. In the same spirit as Kala Raksha, the Qasab creations bring together the cooperatives of KMVS and Kutch Mahila Vikas Sangathan. The KMVS is a community gathering women from a hundred villages who chose the name Qasab, meaning "knowledge of fabric" in Kutchi. The products are natural and handmade, and a third of the profits are given back to the women. For any information or purchase, come to the store of the Prince Hotel in Bhuj.

The city's greatest miniaturist specializing in plants and birds works here. Some of his floral designs have been selected for Unicef greeting cards, others have been used to illustrate American encyclopedias. The artists of Swami Arts combine tradition with original creations. They paint meticulously on handmade paper (rice paper or paper recovered from old books), camel leather and wood. The brushes used are made of squirrel hair and for some details, they can use single bristle brushes.

On Connaught Place, wide choice of woven cotton garments traditionally woven: kurta-pajamas (large shirt and trousers) but also more modern cuts or fabrics sold per metre.

As its name suggests, this store specializes in khadi, a traditionally woven cotton with a mottled look. You will find kurtas, skirts, pants, Nehru jackets, silk saris. Knowing what appeals to tourists and with its reputation for reliability, the store has diversified and offers many other products such as honey, oils, bronze statuettes, handicrafts and food. You are halfway between the local grocery store, the souvenir store and the clothing store.

A good plan for the amateurs of brands with reduced budget: GAP shirts, Benetton sweaters..., you will find many clothes at small prices. But of course you have to stroll around, rummage around and have some time to spare to find the top of your dreams. This market looks like a big flea market and the atmosphere is very friendly. Do not hesitate to negotiate. Behind the sellers, there is a market with stores where the prices are not negotiable. Many Indian textile brands and shoe stores of the moment.