Shopping for Kids in Delhi
Le Village, Santushti:
For a wonderful selection of exquisitely made Indian clothes for kids, seek out
this elegant boutique tucked4=u74*’,zaaway in the Santushti shopping com-
plex. Warning: you’ll pay a pretty penny but you’ll get quality.
Lola’s World, Hauz Khas Village:
My new favorite store in Delhi houses Paris-designed, Indian-manufactured line
Nana Ki. This gorgeous boutique offers top quality clothes for children, Indian
and Western, in addition to toys, accessories and gear. Their women’s line is
sparse but includes some gorgeous designs as well.
O Layla, Hauz Khaz Village:
As you make your way down HKV’s meandering lanes, find yourself at O
Layla to treat yourself to trendy, funky clothing (check out the Masala Tee line)
and accessories for adults and children. You’ll pay 1300 rupees (approximately
USD25 for a onesie but it’ll be worth it!).
Dilli Haat:
Dilli Haat is a permanent market where artisans bring their wares, everything
from clothing to fabrics to housewares to handicrafts to the denizens of Delhi.
Particularly in winter, the atmosphere at Dilli Haat is enthralling with perform-
ers roaming the streets and a food court offering the best of Indian cuisine (eat
with caution – it’s technically street food). At Dilli Haat you can find unique toys
and clothes for children, in addition to traditional toys and accessories. You
must bargain, it is practically expected!
Select CityWalk Mall, Saket:
Not particularly Indian but the kids’ corridor at the Select CityWalk Mall in
Saket is the most convenient for parent shoppers. In addition to a number of
clothing stores such as Benetton, Bossini, Tommy Hilfiger, Crocs and Reebok,
you can also find fully stocked children’s department stores such as Mothercare
and Mom and Me, for all your essentials: prams, cribs, bottles, nursing equip-
ment, etc. Citywalk is also the only mall in Delhi with a designated feeding
room.
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