Gifts are the best way to express all you feel on any special occasion. From marking an important anniversary to just expressing a simple, yet deep feeling—a gift does it all. Here are some of the places in the city that will help you express what you feel in the best possible way.
Want to pick up something for a newborn or buy your friend’s kid a birthday present? Head out to Playlot on in Koramangala. A real fun place to shop with tons of toys and entertaining stuff, the shop is perfect get something for the kiddos. Some of the toys may even catch your fancy; you never know!
For the young-at-heart the best place to explore is Archies . From posters, mugs, and large toys to cards, stickers and other stationery items, this is the place for some nice yet informal keepsakes. Archie’s has many outlets all across the city including the ones at Brigade Road, St Marks Road, and Commercial Street. You can also add a touch of class to your gifts. Check out Nik Nish for some real classy accessories, ceramic wear, watches, kitchen ware candles and much more.
On the other hand, if the person you're delight with a gift is a bookworm, don't panic. There are loads of places in the city that caters to the reader in every person. The first such place that comes to mind is Crossword . The store holds titanic amounts of books across all genres with excellent service and assistance in the store. The have branches in almost every corner of Bangalore from Residency Road to Indira Nagar to Jayanagar. You can also visit Strand Bookstall at Manipal Centre. This shop encourages casual walk-ins, and unlike many will not make you feel uncomfortable if you are there only for a dekho. For more, visit Premiere Book House on Church Street. With over 100,000 titles, this shop is a haven for the bibliophiles.
Then again, if you feel that music is the best possible gift, we agree with you. Just drop by Music World or Planet M across Bangalore and get just what you're looking for. From some thumping Rock music to soulful Sufi tunes, these stores have all you want. You could also visit a Landmark outlet to pick up some happening music and latest releases.
On the other hand, if your girlfriend doesn't dig books or you mom is not that much into music, get your credit cards ready as you enter Deepam Silks on MG Road or Gokal Silk and Saris on KG Road. These place offer an amazing range of sarees that make for great gifts. You could also pair them up with cosmetics and some great garments from Shoppers Stop . But if you really want to sweep her off her feet, then pick up some gorgeous jewellery from Fab India .
If you are looking for some real traditional Indian gifts visit Cauvery Handicrafts and where you will find and spell-binding range of handicrafts, semi precious jewellery, statues, etc. If absolute utility is the aim your looking to fulfill with your gift, pay a visit to Pots And Pans . With branches on Brigade Rd, Indira Nagar and Jayanagar, you can pick the nearest outlet and get that perfect gift.
So take your pick and make sure you don't mess up the next time you express yourself through a gift!