Shankar Market Guide: 12 Best Shops To Have On Your Radar

If you have to buy silk brocade for the upcoming shaadi season, walk into this shop with your eyes closed (no, not really). And the brocade here is far from the generic booti or paisley designs that are the usual norm.

We found Moroccan-inspired geometric patterns in gorgeous shades, and had a hard time taking our eyes off them. All the fabrics had varied prices, with good silks starting at INR 1,000. If you don’t want to spend as much, go for their cheaper variant (a mix of 80 per cent silk and 20 per cent cotton) with smaller patterns.

We also loved their small stack of cotton fabric in pretty pastel shades and prints (priced at approximately INR 300). Plus, they’ve got a decent selection of last remaining bits of fabric that you could use to add interesting details to your suits. Or even make blouses or tops out of.

Timings: 11 AM - 7:30 PM, closed on Sundays

Like most stores in the area, Kambo offers a wide range of running fabrics—but what keeps us coming back is their beautiful selection of dupattas. You don’t even need to step inside to browse them; they’re neatly displayed outside the store, ready to catch your eye.

They also specialise in Banarasi brocade materials, perfect for blouses and kurtas. And if you’re short on time, they’ve got you covered—they can get your blouse stitched in just a couple of days. A basic blouse can be done under INR 1,000, depending on the neckline and sleeve style, while maxi dresses and padded blouses tend to cost more.

Timings: 11 AM - 7:30 PM, closed on Sundays

As fans of handloom, we were instantly drawn to this shop. Established in 1959, this handloom house's weavers are spread across multiple states in the country, like Odisha, Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh.

While they have a wide range of different fabrics, their collections of ikat, Bomkai, and Sambalpuri fabrics from Odisha, as well as kalamkari, were the most extensive and impressive. Between paying INR 350 per metre for the fabric and then getting a pair of pants stitched, or paying a crazy INR 4,100 for readymade pants, guess which one we'd choose?

Timings: 11 AM - 7 PM, closed on Sundays

Right from Pochampally ikat (priced between INR 175 – 1,000 per metre) and vegetable-dyed kalamkari (INR 1,250 per metre), to Shibori fabric from Kutch (INR 1,250 per metre), khadi (INR 225 per metre), and south cotton border fabric (INR 250 per metre), everything at this store had a certain quality that made it stand apart.

Run by a husband-wife duo, both of whom have a background in fashion, Gamthi’s selection of fabric is rather unique. They even stitch suits, skirts, blouses, and more!

Timings: 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM, closed on Sundays

This store has a huge variety of everyday and festive suit materials across fabrics such as cotton, chanderi, georgette, and more. The prices range from INR 600 per metre to INR 8,000 per metre. They've also got saris in georgette, chanderi, and silk that you might want to check out while you're here.

Timings: 11 AM - 8:30 PM, closed on Sundays

This store is one that you don't want to miss when you're in Shankar Market. It's huge and so full of beautiful prints that you'll be spoilt for choice! The kind of fabrics you'll find here will be very subtle and tasteful, and very Ogaan-like (minus the hole that would burn in your pocket). Their ikat collection is stunning, and the fabrics they store are soft, breathable, and of high quality, too. They also have a wide selection of block prints, tie-dye fabrics, and kalamkari fabrics. You can also shop them on their website here. 

Timings: 10 AM - 8 PM, closed on Sundays

Chikankari lovers, this store will put an end to your search for great Chikan fabrics and suit pieces. From cloth material to kurtas and suits, to even saris, this store has literally everything! Their stuff is of great quality, and since they only keep fabrics with hand-embroidered work. The price ranges between INR 1,000 and INR 5,000. If you ask them, they'll even show you pictures of Bollywood actors Anushka Sharma and Sara Ali Khan in their pieces!

Timings: 11:30 AM - 8:30 PM, closed on Sundays

You’ll spot Best Emporium right at the entrance of the market. It’s a small store, but don’t let the size fool you — it’s packed with a great variety of sarees and beautifully crafted shawls. From cotton and georgette to rich silks, their collection covers a wide range. Cotton sarees start at around INR 300, while the finer silk pieces begin at INR 3,000.

Timings: 10 AM - 9 PM, closed on Sundays

Memsahib is one of the most popular stores in Shankar Market, and for good reason. If you’re a fan of cotton suit sets, this is a must-visit. The store is stocked with printed kurtas, palazzo sets, and more, all at pocket-friendly prices. They also have a lovely selection of kurtas and suits made from handloom fabrics. Prices vary depending on the material, but rest assured, nothing here will burn a hole in your wallet.

Timings: 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM

While Shankar Market is mostly known for its endless rows of Indian fabrics, suit sets, and sarees, Sardar Cloth House stands out for offering something a little different. This is one of the few places in the market where you can also shop for Western wear. Everyday kurtas start at just INR 400, and cotton suit sets with pretty, pretty prints are priced from INR 850. It’s basically a one-stop shop for anyone looking for a bit of both Indian and Western.

Timings: 10 AM - 8 PM, closed on Sundays

Blouses, blouses, and more blouses — Zari Kreation (Shop No. 43) in Shankar Market is your go-to for all kinds of blouse styles and sarees. They will instantly tailor ready-to-wear blouses — yes, in as little as 10 minutes! The owner is a skilled designer, and the staff is always helpful and efficient. Many shoppers swear by this place for its perfect stitching, which explains the steady (but bearable) crowd you’ll usually spot here.

Timings: 11 AM - 7:30 PM, closed on Sundays

If you love the art of block printing, Jagjit Cloth House in Shankar Market deserves a spot on your list. You'll spot hand-block printed fabrics stacked neatly outside the store, starting at just INR 200 per metre. But that's just the beginning — step inside and you'll find an endless variety, including beautiful tie-and-dye dupattas and a lot more!

Timings: 10 AM - 9 PM, closed on Sundays

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