Fashion Street: Guide To The Best Budgeted Buys At This Iconic Mumbai Market

Fashion Street has an iconic status for both Mumbai and non-Mumbai residents. I remember when my father, after each of his Mumbai visits, used to bring bags of clothes and accessories from this market. But years on, does it still warrant a visit? We started with the stall opposite Bombay Gymkhana and skimmed through the innumerable stalls at fashion street market Mumbai to come up with our top finds which were worth the long, sweaty walk.

Sneakers have been in fashion for quite some time now and we're not complaining! But since not all of us would be willing to shell out thousands to get the branded ones, this is the place where you go to find cheap but good quality sneakers. From pastel shaded ones to monochrome ones, from printed ones to diamond-studded ones, there are tons of shoe shops offering casual wear sneakers. 

Price: Starts at INR 300

Whether you are buying a nice chiffon dress to appear chic at the beach or just a cute one to get through the blazing heat of the city, the street has a lot of shops that house some pocket-friendly and trendy printed dresses and maxis. They will get you through the city's relentless summer wave and humidity.

Price: Starts INR 400 onwards

There are a dozen shops dedicated only to accessories like belts, hats, caps and watches. You can find belts as cheap as INR 100. Here, you can also grab trendy caps at INR 150 onwards. And did we tell you there are a few stores with luxury knockoffs ranging from Louis Vuitton to Gucci?

Price: Starts at INR 100

While Colaba Causeway is the best for statement jewellery, we'd say give Fashion Street a chance. If you are looking for statement accessories, then your hunt stops here. Think beautiful chokers and drop earrings. There are also a few stores which are a one-stop-shop for anyone looking for that perfect kind of accessories to wear on special occasions. We especially liked their wedding-friendly earrings and necklace sets.

Price: INR 50 upwards (for small studs)

There are entire shops in fashion street dedicated completely to different types of denim and bottom wears like leggings, jeggings and track pants. While we can't compare the quality of these denims with premium brands, they are good for daily use and would easily last you for 5-6 months. Apart from denims, you can also grab some comfy leggings and palazzos. Pair these with kurtis or tank tops to ace the look. 

Price: Starts at INR 700 (for denims), INR 300 (for leggings), INR 300 (for palazzos)

Fashion Street market has a collection of tank tops that's ideal for those who want fashionable pieces under budget. And these are exactly the same design that you get at high-street brands like Mango and H&M. They are great for layering or wearing on their own, and worth every penny if you get at good bargain.

Price: Starts at INR 250 

For anyone who loves style with casual comfort, oversized tees from Fashion Street are a must-have. Perfect for chilling at home or even a quick errand, cool tees are the kind of easy-breezy fashion that give you a vibe of freedom and versatility. And the best part is, you get these tees at good prices at this market.

Price: INR 300

Fashion Street Mumbai is easily accessible via both the Western Line and the Central Line. The nearest stations on the Western Line are Marine Lines and Churchgate and on the Central Line is CSMT. Fashion Street is accessible by public transport from both stations. You can directly take a taxi to reach the market. 

Weekends tend to get crowded, particularly on Saturday and Sunday evenings. We suggest you be prepared to bargain for the best prices. And head's up, there's a lot of fake products here too, so just know those Adidas you spotted are definitely not the real deal. Fashion Street Market is open from around 10:30 AM to 10 PM. However, hours may vary during holidays. There is absolutely no entry fee, the market is open for all.