7 Things To Buy At Kinari Bazaar, Old Delhi

A crafter and a bride’s best friend, Kinari Bazaar has the makings of becoming your own personal heaven - right from looking for those beautifully embroidered zari work for your bridal lehenga, to those cute potlis as wedding favours, this small, cramped bazaar has you covered! Looking for that incredible beadwork to complement your outfit or even fancy paper envelopes for your wedding or festivals? You know what we’ll say! This hub of bright sparkly things holds within it a hidden treasure that we’re here to uncover for you! Read on!

1. Lace, Borders, Zari & Gota Work

Delicate lace, blingy gota work, ribbons and colourful zari strips, you name it and it’ll materialise within one of these tiny shops in the lanes of Kinari Bazaar. And among these shops selling strip after strip of these fancy borders, we’re particularly fond of Gupta Zari Emporium where all that meets the eyes are high-quality materials, great craftsmanship and tons of colours & bling!

Where | Gupta Zari Emporium - Shop No 2050
Call Them | +91 9810 402 982

2. Sequins, Beads and Stonework

If you’re into DIY handicrafts or just want to add an extra oomph to your festive clothes, Kinari Bazaar is the place for you. You’re also sure to find fashion students lurking around looking for the perfect beads to match their new creation or high fashion designers keeping a lookout for stonework and sequins for their grand fashion shows. We absolutely adore the shop Mahadev Moti, where you’ll find all sorts of beading, mirrors, crystals, shells and so much more!

Where | Mahadev Moti International - 2607
Call Them | +91 8802 619 880

3. Garlands Made From Flowers And Gold Embellishments

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Garlands are a must at a wedding, won’t you say? After all, what’ll the bride and groom put on each other during the varmala ceremony? And won’t the groom’s outfit be incomplete without the golden garlands that are draped on him before he climbs the horse? Well, Kinari Bazaar houses several shops who’re here to ease your concern regarding this very aspect. They’re providing the prettiest of garlands and the most sweet-smelling flowers for your big day!

Where | Prem & Brothers - 2221
Call Them | +91 11 2325 7951

4. Imitation Jewellery

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As you walk down the lanes of Kinari Bazaar and take in the pretty sights, you’ll be overwhelmed with the number of shops selling super affordable imitation jewellery that can rival top jewellery shops. Right from gold and pear-earrings, silver studs, oxidised silver sets, to full-on heavy festive jewellery, you can grab your pick and style up that festive outfit in a jiffy! Check out Prem Collection among the numerous shops and indulge in some fashion therapy!

Where | Prem Collection - Shop No 2179
Call Them | +91 11 2327 5986

5. Purses & Wall Hangings

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Not only is Kinari Bazaar the perfect pitstop for fashion enthusiasts and brides, but it’s also a great place for just having a look around for fashion inspiration or if you’re looking to jazz up your abodes with colourful wall hangings or pretty wind chimes. It’s also a great place to drop by for all your Diwali and Holi shopping needs! So the next time you’re looking for that perfect wall hanging to place on your home’s doorway, drop by here!

Where | New New Shatabdi Fashion - Shop No 2921
Call Them | +91 11 2325 2340

6. Fancy Cards For Wedding Or Parties

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As soon as you land up here, you enter a different world that hides beauty within its small lanes and tiny shops. And not only do they dabble in wedding finery and jewellery, but also delve into the art of creating beautifully-crafted wedding envelopes and party invitations cards. Kalyan Chand Vineet Kumar Jain is one such shop that will have a plethora of different designs when it comes to finding the perfect invitation card for your Diwali party or fancy cards for that big fat desi wedding!

Where | Kalyan Chand Vineet Kumar Jain - Shop No 2196
Call Them | +91 11 2326 6688

7. Festive Boxes & Embroidered Potlis

Blingy wedding and party favours that can also be used later? Yes please! Cute colourful potlis and festive boxes are things that come in handy even after the big wedding is over and of course, they also leave a fond memory with them. So, it’s not a surprise that Kinari Bazaar is full of shops selling these beauties. The best place to look for those classy wooden hand-painted boxes or bead studded potlis, will be New Shatabdi Fashion. They also have fabrics, beads, wall hangings and so much more, making them the perfect one-stop-shop for all your festive needs!