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Page 1 of 3 It's the hottest location in the suburbs (after the traffic choked bylanes
of Bandra). Nestling in Kandivli East, Thakur Village is a far cry from
the image of a rustic locale. With cybercafes, bakeries, salons,
supermarts and showrooms galore dotting the area. Shilpi Madan takes you
through the shopper's paradise that holds more than just Pizza Hut, Cafe
Coffee Day, D Mart, Wella salon, Loreal Tress Xcel and Naturals ice cream
parlour...
CLOTHES
1. Disha
This shop, inside Evershine Millenium Paradise, is bathed in earthy hues
And offers exclusive items from Bengal: including a curious confusion of
tiny jute dolls, colourful coasters, cell phone covers, eco-friendly bags
studded with beads and shells, pleasing photoframes, delicate terracotta
neckpieces and bracelets and unstitched yards with the famous kantha
thread work of East India. On offer are crisp kurtis in pastel shades with
kantha work, at an affordable Rs 300. And a modest range of home
accessories like unusual lamps, ruddy table mats, bright linen and kantha
work bedcovers. And what also makes Disha a
must visit is the warm (not pesky) attention of the Bengali owner. Price
range: Rs 25-1200
2. Aneena
Looking for an outfit to make a splash in the party circuit? Head for
Aneena opposite Thakur Cinema. High on style and modest in price is this
shop that showcases the hottest fabrics: from soft complexioned Pakistani
suits to vibrant block prints to slinky, soothing chiffons, cool
georgettes and evergreen cottons in a colourful palette. And gives you the
desired quantum of sequin, shimmer and shine quotient in ready-to-wear,
stylish Indo Western garb and traditional Indian suits. You can
accessorise the purchased outfit with semi precious jewellery and richly
textured tote, clutch and purses on offer. Abreast with the
fickle fashion trends, Aneena upgrades its stock every week to turn out
exciting variations in apparel. Price range: Rs 250-4500
3. Cotton Villa
Yes, this is the complete family store that houses threads for
everyone. Even for granpa. Cool picks in cotton in candy pink stripes,
minty green, soft caramel and crisp white make this store a hotspot. From
hip pants, corded pyjamas, cutting edge shorts, pretty smocked frocks
complete with tassels and bows, sleeveless tops, flowing kurtas and sassy
gunjees, Cotton Villa has it all. Prices begin as low as Rs 100. So if you
are springcleaning your wardrobe and are looking for
the best buys this season, you know you have to head down the lane after
munching pizza at Dominos. All major credit cards are accepted. Price
range: Rs 100-500
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