It's Party Time And Here's Where You Get The Best Partywear Under INR 3,000

Nysha is a basement level store on Comm Street where you’ll find a range of party-worthy options. Shimmery co-ords, strappy bodycon dresses in velvet, and solid hued jumpsuits are some of the options we spotted. Of course, you can pick up tops, skirts, and day party or brunch worthy dresses here as well as long, well tailored coats and overlays to wear over them for chilly evenings. We say pick up something with no print and dress it up or down depending on the occasion.

Prices starting at INR 1,500 for dresses

Pro-Tip: They have lots of export surplus options, and we spotted international labels as well as Shien/Urbanic stuff too, but can’t vouch for the authenticity. 

Mint has a huge range of dresses, gowns, tops, and skirts among other clothing that are great for parties. Their range currently follows trending styles like off shoulder, dramatically puffy sleeves, and accordion pleat bottoms and skits of various lengths. They have an extensive collection of printed dresses and tops as well in various designs and fancy maxi dresses for brunches and lunches.

Prices starting at INR 2,100 for dresses

At Commercial street, Mode Premium has a glitzy bridalwear store as well as western wear store that’s full of party friendly options. Whether you’re looking for slinky velvet cutout numbers, lolow-cutowns dripping in glitter, LBDs with intricate beadwork - they have it all and then some. Many are imported from Turkey, we hear. They’re also happy to do alterations within the hour (waist, length, and sleeve too). Just remember to come back and pick it up! 

Prices starting at INR 2,000 for dresses

For those who like their party outfits to be loud and flashy, head to Fantasy on Commercial Street. It's a tiny basement store, and it'll take you surprisingly long to sift through their collection, but they'll have something for you. They stock contemporary styles and cuts, so crop tops, wrap dresses, jumpsuits and co-ord sets are all available. While they have super cheap options, the quality doesn't look like they'll last more than a couple of washes, so avoid the sequin options unless it's your dream style. Their velvet options are of better quality. 

Prices starting at INR 1,800 for dresses 

Much like the name, the store Misschief will have you dressed perfectly for a night of debauchery. Just kidding, but it has been a Bangalore favourite for party and formal wear options for women for over a decade. Stocking the latest styles ideal for any kind of party or get together they have everything from cheerful florals to glamorous sequin and satin gowns. They're also happy to make alterations if needed. Cocktail gowns and dresses, dressy but casual options, and lots of "going out" clothes are available here. 

Prices: INR 1,750 upwards for dresses 

Classy has been in the business of lingerie, accessories and western party wear for nearly 40 years in the same location off Brigade Road! What's great about that is that they can help you with innerwear for all those dresses and gowns with necklines and cutouts that make you wonder what bra to wear. As the name suggests, they have a range of classy gowns, formal(ish) party dresses, bodysuits and jumpsuits all in the current trends and styles. And if you buy regularly enough or in bulk they're happy to give you discounts as well. 

Prices: INR 1,950 upwards for dresses

The OG Tibet mall is on Rest House Road, with a branch in Koramangala on JNC Road too. With clothes coming in from the east, a lot of them are export rejects, factory samples and the like. They're your one stop shop for all types of western wear, but if you're looking for designer-esque styles for a fraction of the cost, Tibetan Mall has you covered. This is also the perfect place for those with petite frames to shop without thinking about alterations. Their range of bottom wear and coats are of great quality in our experience. 

Prices: INR 1,500 upwards for dresses 

A basement store on Brigade Road (right below Third Wave), Bling has lots of tops and skirts that are party worthy. Whether you want a slight sheen and shimmer or stone studded outfits, they have you covered. That being said, we feel their best offerings are the fitted, tailored looking numbers be it knee length dresses or floral skirts. They are also happy to make alterations.

Prices: INR 1,395 upwards

Blush is a multi-brand store in Indiranagar known for their Western wear collection and innerwear. For parties, they have a larger collection of occasion worthy maxi and full length gowns than they do of shorter dresses. They make up for the lack of short and mini dresses with an extensive collection of crop tops and fancy shirts in various designs. Should you want something altered to fit you (adding sleeves, trimming the hemline, or cinching the waist), they'll do it within the day. 

Prices: INR 1,250 upwards for dresses

Pro-Tip: Blush has moved down the road from being near the metro station to being near Metro Pillar 74. The store is now Blush by Smartline and they have options for men, women and kids too. 

If you're one for brands but not necessarily trends, head to Addrezz in Malleshwaram. They stock original branded clothing (even designer) like Gucci, UCB, Zara, Mango, Louis Vuitton, Versace and the like but the designs are a couple of seasons old. Their casual wear options are stellar but closer to new years, they do stock a few party wear options that are 100% worth it in our books. 

Prices: INR 1,500 upwards for dresses

All of the above options are fairly unique in their offerings as they design, source, and curate their clothing locally. If consistency, brand values, and no-brainer options are what you’re after even for party clothes, there are multiple outlets of Forever 21, Zara, H&M, Max, Global Desi, Pantaloons, Westside, Vero Moda, AND, Faballey, and more with plenty of partywear options, especially between November to January. Shoppers Stop and Lifestyle will get you all of these and more under one roof.