Mangaldas Market

Mangaldas Market in Mumbai is one of India’s most iconic textile hubs, known for its rich trading legacy and enormous variety of fabrics. With a history spanning over a hundred years, the market began as a cluster of small cloth traders near the bustling commercial zones of Kalbadevi and Crawford Market. Over time, these individual shops expanded into a dense bazaar of interconnected lanes, making it one of the largest wholesale fabric markets in the country.

Today, the market attracts a diverse crowd of designers, tailors, boutique owners, wedding shoppers and textile resellers from across India. Its narrow, covered lanes are lined with hundreds of fabric shops offering cotton, silk, lace, embroidery material, bridal fabrics, dress materials, dupattas and tailoring accessories. Many shops specialise in specific categories like lehenga fabrics, fancy borders, custom dyeing, or intricate embroidery, giving shoppers access to professional-grade supplies in one place.

The ambience is fast-paced and energetic, with shopkeepers showcasing rolls of fabric, tailors measuring cloth, and customers bargaining enthusiastically. Prices vary widely based on the fabric, but wholesale rates are significantly lower than retail markets. The market’s reputation for variety and affordability makes it a preferred destination during wedding and festive seasons.

Along with traditional textiles, the market also supports the evolving needs of modern designers by offering trendy prints, fusion materials, export surplus fabrics and custom orders. Its historic charm blended with commercial vibrancy makes Mangaldas Market a must-visit spot for fabric lovers and fashion creators in Mumbai.