Places To Shop For Winter Wear In Kolkata While On A Budget

Head to these places in Kolkata to buy pocket-friendly winter garments.

Winter is here and we need to stock up on winter wear like there’s no tomorrow! It’s also the season for festivities (like Christmas, New Year) and so you need to amp up your style game with some really good picks. On a budget? Fret not, What’s Hot Kolkata is there to guide you with the places that offer clothing at unbelievably low prices, yet are of commendable quality. Gear up to brace the cold with élan!

1) New Market
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The New Market is the go-to place for many when it comes to shopping at jaw-dropping, low prices. Previously known as the Hogg’s market, the New Market is notoriously crowded during this time of the year but once you wade through it, you will find that it’s definitely worth it. Nowhere else can you find such an extensive variety of winter clothing, ranging from a cotton scarf to a leather jacket. Also, New Market is the place to hone your bargaining skills! Check out the Shree Ram Arcade and the Simpark mall for a myriad of options.
Where: Dharmatala, Taltala
Timing: 10am-9pm
Price: Rs.100 onwards

2) BK Market
BK market

BK market is one of the most-loved shopping centers in Kolkata where college-goers are regulars. Best known for its unique collection of accessories (especially, footwear!), the shops are overflowing with choices when it comes to winter wear. Browse through the innumerable rows and you will definitely stumble upon a comfy cardigan or a fluffy jacket that looks way more expensive than it actually is.
Where: 16B, Shakespeare Sarani, Middleton Row
Timing: 10.30am-6pm
Price: Rs.200 onwards

3) Metro Plaza Shopping Mall
Metro Plaza Shopping Mall

While we’re talking about the cheapest shopping places in the city, the Metro Plaza shopping mall is hugely popular. Once inside the spacious mall, you will come across a lot of stores that specializes in different types of apparel. Hop on from one store to the other until you find the perfect winter wear and we tell you, the choices are endless and not to mention, irresistible!
Where: 1, Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Middleton Row
Timing: 11am-9pm
Price: Rs.200 onwards

4) Vardaan Market
Vardaan Market

If you are searching for the trendiest winter wear, Vardaan market is no less than a ‘vardaan’ for the shoppers in Kolkata! This air-conditioned market is home to more than 365 shops and you will be mesmerized by the sheer variety. The best part is that you can strictly stick your budget as the prices won’t burn a hole in your pocket! Don’t forget to stop and gorge on some mouth-watering snacks at the vegetarian eateries strewn around the market.
Where: 25A Camac Street
Timing: 11.30am-8pm
Price: Rs 150 onwards

5) Emami Market
Emami Market

Conveniently situated in an upscale neighborhood in Kolkata, the Emami market is a sought-after destination for fashion lovers. The mall offers the whole gamut of trendy items at moderate rates, which is anyone’s fantasy! The winter is the perfect time to experiment with a lot of styles, be it a suave, trench coat or a cozy, woollen poncho and the Emami market will provide you with them all.
Where: 3, Lord Sinha Road, Elgin
Timing: 11am-8.30pm
Price: Rs.350 onwards

6) Dakshinapan Shopping Center
 Dakshinapan Shopping Center

Easy to locate, the Dakshinapan shopping center is right there at the foot of the Dhakuria flyover. This sprawling, open-air mall is well-known for its collection of traditional, Indian handicrafts. However, you can look through the small shops that boast of selling excellent clothing items, which includes winter wear. Especially, pay a visit the Kashmir Emporium and marvel at the world-famous Kashmiri shawls! You can also take a break and have a steaming cuppa at the Dolly’s tea shop. 
Where: 8/1B, Rohim Ostagar Road, Jodhpur Park
Timing: 11am-8pm
Price: Rs.400 onwards

7) Gariahat Market
 7) Gariahat Market

This list is incomplete without mentioning the massive Gariahat market, where you can get stylish clothing at pocket-friendly prices. In fact, you are missing out on the true essence of Kolkata if you do not have a taste of street shopping at Gariahat. You will be left gawking at the wonderful designs that the street vendors have to offer. Declared as one of the best shopping havens in the city, the winter collection is to die for and we guarantee you with an exhausting albeit rewarding experience!
Where: 212 Rash Behari Avenue, Gariahat Crossing
Timing: 10am-8pm
Price: Rs.150 onwards

8) Hatibagan Market
 Hatibagan Market

Well, the Hatibagan market is no less than a jewel in North Kolkata as it is the oldest, traditional market in the region. It is near to the Shyambazar crossing and is dotted with both small and big stores that sell everything under the sun! The market is buzzing with hundreds of people who love to indulge in street shopping, every now and then. We are confident that you’ll have an exciting experience that will inevitably end in purchasing a colossal number of winter clothing products!
Where: Bidhan Sarani, Shyambazar, Hatibagan
Timing: 10am-9pm
Price: Rs.100 onwards

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