10 Boutiques In Delhi To Hit Up For All Things Ethnic And Western

Our home baker and dog lover friend from Dwarka, Ria, pointed us to Vaasas. It’s run by Uma and Siddharth, both of whom come from the fashion industry. They have readymade Indian wear, including anarkalis, lehengas and shararas to pick up off the shelves, apart from the option of getting something completely customised. They stock up on fabrics to mix and match, and do everyday kurtas as well. 

What They Do Well: Ethnic wear and evening gowns

Prices: INR 12,000 onwards

We love the fact that everything here is executed to perfection. Based out of South Ex, Part- 1,  they have now become a go-to neighbourhood boutique for class-apart sarees, dresses, and suits. Walk into their space and you’ll be greeted with a rack loaded with top-quality clothing. You can pick one of the readymade outfits, or get something completely customised; they can also work on any and every embroidery design you want. 

What They Do Well: Dresses, suits, co-ords, festive wear 

Prices: Unstitched cotton suit sets start at INR 1,500

If the core Punjabi ensemble is your vibe, this is the boutique you should head to right away. The boutique houses some of the prettiest Punjabi, Amritsari, and Patiala suits. While their fresh-off-the-rack suits are already worth splurging on, if you want anything particular, you can trust their stitching as well. Plus, there are many unstitched and semi-stitched lehengas and sarees to choose from.  

What They Do Well: Salwar suits, embroidered lehengas

Prices: On Request

Located in Pitampura, Naaz is all about amalgamating style with luxury. From Pakistani suits, embroidered lehengas, to shararas, to even celebrity-worn dupes (Like Alia Bhatt’s gold and ivory wedding lehenga. Naaz promises to do just about anything when it comes to making you put your best fashion foot forward. Their Instagram is packed with client diaries, so you know that they deliver what you ask for. 

What They Do Well: Replicate designs and ethnic and bridal wear.

Price: INR 4,000 onwards. 

Four young designers, a unique collaborative sensibility when it comes to design. Madsam Tinzin, located in Mehrauli, is a one-stop shop for quality craftsmanship, which is expressed through high-quality silk, fabrics in contemporary, and flattering silhouettes. Their products are embroidered by hand, ethically produced, and made in India. From Komal Pandey to Janhvi Kapoor, you will see all the A-listers donning their collection.

What They Do Well: Embellished clothes, lehengas

Price: On the more expensive side of the price scale, they start at INR 34,500 (approx.) 

LBB Tip: You can easily set up a private appointment with them via their website or on the number provided.

From bridal wear, lehengas, sarees and gowns, Hanish Sukhija is all about adding trend in trendy. Their Instagram speaks for them, with updated posts on their collection, client diaries, and more. Recently, we have seen a lot of tie-dyes and ombre work, which is, of course, trending and a summer favourite! They don’t have a website, so it’s best you book an appointment and visit their store located in Shahpur Jat.

What They Do Well: Trending apparel, summer lehengas

Price: Ready-to-wear starts at INR 8,000, made-to-order starts at INR 13,000

The best part about this one is that, while the designs are undeniably amazing, the fit is so good that you would never have to go back for a retrial. It's a luxury boutique, so you can expect hefty price tags, but once you see the designs, the stitching, and the service, you would not mind spending those extra bucks. They stock up on printed and embroidered suits, the popular beaded corsets, festive co-ords, in all the cuts and colours that are trending. 

What They Do Well: Ethnic outfits are really their forte, but they also do great Indo-Western co-ords. 

Prices: On Request

Shehnaai, as they say, is a boutique "presenting happiness in one's life" since 1992. They do great casual and ethnic wear, all elevated with hand-block prints, vegetable dyes, traditional embroideries, and handlooms. Everything here is at very affordable price points without compromising on the quality, and you will see many loyal customers coming to their store, some even for as long as 15 years. 

What They Do Well: Everyday Kurtis and Kurta sets, festive lehengas

Price: Cotton kurtas start at INR 695

Started by alumni of Pearl Academy of Fashion and Technology, Avnni Kapur, the boutique is definitely a must-visit. Excelling in everything bright and colourful in a non-tacky way, you will fall in love with the vibrant colour combos and kitsch embroideries. Her collections are available on Aza and Pernia's Pop Up Shop as well. 

What They Do Well: Vibrant ethnic wear, embroidered casual wear

Price: Festive wear starts at INR 19,500

House of Roshans identify itself as the "masters of blouse" who have been serving the most exceptional blouses since 1975. From beaded blouse and corsets to wedding blouses, they do everything. The fit is flawless and service, just commendable. All this at such an affordable prices too!

What They Do Well: Blouses, blouses, and...more blouses!

Price: INR 1,080 onwards