India (Frommer's, 4th Edition) (74 page)

If you’ve loved the furnishings at many of the Taj hotels around the country, make your way to
Zeba
in Colaba or Worli (Bhaveshwar, 148–B, Dr. Annie Besant Rd., Worli Naka,
022/2495-3711;
also at Royal Terrace, 58 Wodehouse Rd., Colaba,
022/2218-8797
) for extensive collections of highly desirable home textiles, accessories, carpets, and
dhurries
in great original styles. Zeba is owned by the flamboyant Krsna Mehta, whose outfit creates in-house designs for its textiles in cotton, silk, jute, and a range of graceful fabrics, using both earthy and vibrant colors. Zeba will custom-design any living space.
Yamini
(President House, Wodehouse Rd., Colaba;
022/2218-4143
or -4145; also in Bandra,
022/2646-3645
)
stocks designer linen, tablecloths, bolsters, curtains, bed covers, napkins, and even lampshades. Also at Colaba (near Indigo restaurant) is
Maspar
(Sunny Bldg., Mandlik Rd.;
022/2287-5619
) a new store with quality home furnishings in contemporary designs and beautiful colors.

If you’re fascinated by saris but don’t know where to begin, make your way to
Kala Niketan
(
022/2200-5001
or -4952) at Marine Lines, where you will be bowled over by the stunning variety, colors, and over-the-top service. Salesmen not only assist you with your purchase, but can help you get a blouse stitched and offer serious tips on how to drape that gorgeous fabric.

Famous Indian designer
Ritu Kumar
has several outlets specializing in silk and cotton designer-ethnic wear, much of it a blend of Western and Indian influences—all showstoppingly elegant. Head for her boutique at Phoenix Mills Annexe (462 Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel;
022/6666-9901
), or either of the branches on Warden Road (
022/2367-8593
or -2947) or at Trident Nariman Point.

Another boutique that is a must-see for fashionistas is
Mélange
(Raj Mahal Bldg., 33 Altamount Rd., Kemps Corner;
022/2353-4492
or -9628;
www.melangeworld.com
), known for its ultrafeminine designer dresses made from delicate chiffon. If you don’t plan to visit Jaipur, stop at the Mumbai branch of
Anokhi
(Rasik Nivas, Metro Motors Lane, off Hughes Rd.;
022/2368-5761
), for its East-meets-West garments, accessories, and housewares. Nearby is the turquoise-walled
Neemrana
store (Opera House;
022/2361-4436
), with its gorgeous ethnic designs.