Mumbai boasts some of the most iconic home decor markets in the country. From fabrics to pottery to decor and furniture, you'll find vendors in these markets for both high-end and affordable products. So, saunter off to these markets if you're a youngling who's off to build their first home or a seasoned homeowner who wants to make some pocket-friendly upgrades.
Budget Hunters, Score Affordable Home Decor At These Mumbai Markets
Chor Bazaar
Well, how could we not kick off this list with THE Chor Bazaar? While its oddball monicker can sound a little unsavoury, this market has everything! Walk right past the clothing and shoe stores and stalls and head to the section that has new and antique furniture. You'll easily find wall hangings from Thailand, China and even the Middle East.
What To Buy: Score antique, designer knock-offs and secondhand furniture here. You'll also be able to get your hands on vintage posters and curios at the area's many decor and 'showpiece' stores.
Market Days: Open on all days except Sundays.
Oshiwara Market
An eternal fave of the #LBBCrew, this market is chock full of vendors who can craft antique-style furniture for you. It has a wonderful curation of secondhand decor. Although the market is not huge, it's totally unmissable. Be prepared to spend hours perusing and getting distracted by the pretty things while you roam around.
What To Buy: Vintage frames, mirrors and colonial furniture.
Market Days: Open on all days however some shops remain closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Bandra Furniture Market
This market’s quite close to Bandra station, on the western side. Walk along the length of the pedestrian bridge, and you’ll soon be surrounded by stores that have not only some fantastic secondhand furniture but also stores that sell affordable cane furniture and decor. You will find stores decked with cane lamps, wall hangings and handmade utility items, like wall shelves and serving trays.
What To Buy: Cane lighting options, MDF furniture, metal and wrought iron decor.
Market Days: Open on all days.
Crawford Market
Yet another cornucopia, Crawford has vendors that sell imported goods that are affordable AF and locally produced handicrafts, among other things. The best part? You can score most of these products at wholesale prices. We spotted Kawaii stationery and desk essentials, loads of neon lighting, and PVC furniture.
What To Buy: Instagrammable decor, Pinterest-inspired wall art and cane decor.
LBB-Tip: You might have to request some vendors to sell you a single piece.
Market Days: Open on all days except Sundays.
Goregaon Link Road Market
Between Inorbit Malad and MG Road, there's a line of stores that has all kinds of furniture, affordable and expensive. There are around 25 stores in this area that have vintage-inspired furniture, decor from all over the world and furniture that's perfect for short-term use. Stores like Living In Style, Ideal Furniture, Furniture Point, etc., have products for all budgets.
What To Buy: Every kind of furniture there is, whether it's OTT gilded furniture or MDF basics!
LBB-Tip: This market will sort you out for light fittings, too!
Market Days: Open on all days.
