Leafy lanes and labyrinth streets laced with pretty little boutiques and cafés, the urban village of Shahpurjat is no more a shopper’s paradise unknown. From starry-eyed, brides-to-be finding their dream wedding outfit to college kids spending a relaxed afternoon at one of the cosy coffee bars. every day is a busy day here. But look beyond the embroidered and embellished store windows and you’ll find some of the best décor and furnishing boutiques here. Whimsical accessories, kitsch prints, stunning lights and cutesy furniture, it’s everything you can make a dream home of. Here are four cool home stores in Shahpurjat that you absolutely must visit.   

Fancy a salt and pepper shaker in the form of a camera or a harmonica, or a funky doobie-smoking band of boys to sit on your desk, or well, how about a bar unit that takes shape as a retro TV? Dastakari Studio is a fix for all your quirky décor dreams. Top these with beautiful hand-painted ceramic serveware, wooden furniture, kitsch light pieces, and pretty furnishings; this store has just about everything to give your home every kind of makeover.

Step into this store and you feel like you’ve walked into a whimsical garden abundant with flowers, colours and lights. While the store is a typical Shahpurjat sized one, trust us, you can spend hours in here just gawking over how pretty everything is. Tea sets, hanging lights, terrariums, cushions, stationery, books, décor pieces, the variety is endless. And when you’re tired of imagining how all of this will look in your home, indulge in some comforting food and drinks at their little café, The Mad Teapot.

Eclectic and vintage at the same, and that’s the best part about this store. You’ll come across the most unique finds here at Second Floor. Think Bollywood stars on wall plates, hand-painted cushions, imposing candle stands, and pop funky knick knacks all in one store at the same time. Every piece here is one-of-a-kind and is perfect to that personal, lived-in vibe to your home.
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