Jaipur is one of India's great wedding-shopping cities – famous for kundan and polki jewellery, bandhej and leheriya, block prints and Rajputi poshaks. Here is a complete guide to wedding shopping in Jaipur.
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What to buy
For the bride
- Kundan, polki and meenakari jewellery – Jaipur's speciality.
- Rajputi poshak and bridal lehengas with gota-patti work.
- Lac and glass bangles in custom colours.
- Bandhej and leheriya odhnis and sarees.
For the groom
- Sherwanis, achkans and bandhgalas.
- Safas tied in Rajasthani style.
- Embroidered mojaris.
Return gifts
- Blue pottery bowls and coasters.
- Block-print stoles and bags from Sanganer and Bagru.
- Small brass and lac items.
- Boxes of ghewar or Jaipur namkeen.
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Where to shop
- Johari Bazaar: jewellery, from gold and kundan to silver and gemstones.
- Bapu Bazaar and Nehru Bazaar: mojaris, textiles, bandhej and souvenirs.
- Tripolia Bazaar and Maniharon ka Rasta: lac bangles and brassware.
- MI Road: jewellers and ethnic-wear showrooms like The Gem Palace and Tasva MI Road.
- Malviya Nagar, Vaishali Nagar and Tonk Road: branded stores such as Tasva Malviya Nagar, Manyavar Vaishali Nagar and Manyavar & Mohey Tonk Road.
- Sanganer and Bagru: block-print workshops just outside the city.
Shopping tips
- Ask for certificates and hallmarking for gold and gemstones.
- Understand the difference between kundan (glass/stone setting) and polki (uncut diamonds) before you buy.
- Allow 3–6 weeks for custom poshaks and sherwanis.
- Bargain politely in bazaars; showrooms are fixed-price.
- Order return gifts 4–6 weeks ahead.
FAQs
Is Jaipur good for bridal jewellery?
Yes – it is one of India's top centres for kundan, polki and gemstone jewellery.
Where can I buy a Rajputi poshak?
Specialist shops in the old city bazaars and boutiques across Jaipur.
Plan more
Read the Rajasthani bridal look guide, bridal makeup in Jaipur and browse bridal wear.
