Whether you’re looking for traditional Indian clothes for kids or something unique for a special occasion, here are the best Indian fashion spots for kids and mamas in Singapore
Deepavali (or Diwali) – The Indian Festival of Lights – is almost here (October 27th) and whether your child has a special celebration at school, you have a condo Diwali party to attend, or your family is looking to just dress up and get into the Diwali spirit, it’s a fun reason to buy colourful Indian clothes for your kids!
As per Indian tradition, wearing shiny new clothes for Deepavali is a must, and mama you just know that your little ones are going to look super adorable in these gorgeous Indian fabrics!
When it comes to Indian clothes for girls, you have two basic options:
1) Salwar Kameez – drawstring or elastic pants with a long tunic top. This combo often comes with a dupatta (stole), which is usually better suited (and easier to handle) for older girls. Or you could opt for 2) Lehenga Choli—a long flared skirt with a top (can be a crop top style or longer) and is usually completed with a stole.
For boys, depending on the event, you can buy a silk or cotton kurta (tunic), which can be worn with jeans, pants or matching pajama pants. A lot of the newer styles feature a nice little waistcoat style jacket to wear over the tunic.
Whatever you opt for, make sure the little ones are comfortable, the clothes fit well (snug but not too tight), no embroidery or threadwork is poking them (I often recommend boys wear a soft t-shirt under their kurta, for example), and that they have had a chance to get used to their new clothes before the big day! Go ahead and buy some bangle bracelets for the girls (the Deepavali Bazaar on Campbell Lane has gorgeous ones) along with a sparkly hair accessory. Open-toe sandals are perfect to complete the look.
So, if you’re ready to bring out the Bollywood in your little people, swipe through for some of my favourite spots in Singapore and beyond to score some colourful new Indian kids clothes!
Check out our gallery for our fave shopping spots, mama!
Read more:
Kid-friendly guide to Little India
Deepavali 2019 in Singapore
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Fabindia is a high quality Indian brand that is much loved by Indians worldwide for its excellent quality, variety and colourful designs. The store at Vivocity has a good selection of Indian festive wear for both boys and girls from ages 2-14! While the price ranges are higher (starting at $29 for infants, $56 for boys and $61 for girls outfits) than most of the Little India stores, the styles are more contemporary and the quality of fabric is excellent. There are some great outfits here for mamas and papas, too!
Fabindia, #01-141 VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585, Tel: (+65) 6376 9355, www.fabindia.com
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm, open all days
Images sourced via Facebook
Take the escalator up one level from the Serangoon Road entrance and you will find a huge number of shops selling Indian outfits. Not all the stores carry kids’ clothes, though, so head straight to the following:
- Rose Fashions (#02-119)
- Fiza Bollywood Fashion (02-116)
- Piya Store (02-149)
- Sameer Saniyya (02-110)
Indian kids clothes for boys and girls of all ages are available here and start from about $30, depending on what you’re looking for. The shops’ sales staff are super helpful and can work with your budget (don’t be afraid to bargain!). There are also several tailors around if you need any minor alterations done.
Read more: Top 10 Stalls at Tekka Market
Left image (Piya Shop) via Facebook; Right image (Rose Fashions) via Facebook
Is there anything you can’t find at Mustafa?! The Indian kids clothes section here tucked away in B1 is not the most contemporary or top quality Indian fashion wear, but if you are looking for something that your child will wear only once, and if you aren’t looking to spend a lot, this is a good option. Don’t expect any sales assistance — it’s a bit like rummaging through a sales bin here. The prices are low, though!
Mustafa Centre, 145 Syed Alwi Road, Level B1, Little India, Singapore 207704
Open 24 hours
Read more: Ultimate Guide to Mustafa Centre (+ a downloadable map!)
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If you are looking for choices and help…this is your store! The sales staff is very helpful and they can even help find outfits for you and your little ones to match! The in-house tailor will ensure the perfect fit for your little one. The trendy little ‘suits’ – aka embellished top and ‘Shimmer and Shine’ style flared pants- will have your little lady all excited for Diwali. They have a lot of very traditional outfits in here as well as lots of fun contemporary ones. PS: do not go here on a Sunday- way too crowded!
College Collection, 125 Serangoon Road, Singapore 218030
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Tucked along colourful Buffalo Road in Little India, Fashion Palace has an entire floor for Indian kids’ clothing (on the second level). You’ll find beautiful prints in cotton, brocade and silk in the form of jackets, kurta, dresses and suits. Whether it’s for an Indian wedding or a special occasion like Deepavali, Fashion Palace offers plenty of choices for the little ones. Prices start from $15.
Fashion Palace, 8 Buffalo Road, Singapore 219783, Tel: (+65) 6295 1175, www.fashionpalace.com.sg
Opening hours: 10am – 9pm
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Little India Arcade is full of tourists day and night, but a shop like Lotus Mantra is hard to miss. The hand-embroidered collection of clothes for women, men and children stands out. The range mostly consists of cotton clothes and has all sizes available. So whether you have a baby or a teenager, you can be sure to find amazing options here. Prices begin at $15.
Lotus Mantra, #01- 06/07, Little India Arcade, 48 Serangoon Road, Singapore 217959, Tel: (+65) 6297 5067, www.littleindiaarcade.com.sg
Opening hours
Monday – Saturday: 8:45am – 9pm
Sunday: 8:45am – 6pm
Minora Centre located on Serangoon Road caters to clients of all ages. They also have a range of partywear Indian clothes for kids. You’ll find a range of Indian kids clothes in various colours and detail-work, including Lehenga sets, Kurtas, Salwar Kameez and Achkans. Prices Start from $30.
Minora Centre, 202 Serangoon Road, Singapore 218069
Tel: (+65) 6341 7977, www.facebook.com/minorasarees
Opening hours: 10am – 9pm
Images sourced via Facebook
This Delhi-based children’s clothing boutique makes the most exquisite and high quality Indian kids clothes for girls and boys, and luckily for us mamas they ship worldwide! The stunning outfits are perfect for a fancy Diwali celebration or even an Indian wedding!
This online store has an incredibly huge and affordably priced selected of Indian kids clothes. They ship to most countries but the outfits are made to order so expect a little bit of waiting time (2-3 weeks) before you receive your order. This one requires some planning, mamas!
