Go on a shopping spree!

Ugadi literally means the new era or the beginning of new things. Folks in Bangalore prepare for this festival for weeks. A lot of shopping is involved; most things around the house are replaced with their brand new versions, especially new clothes as it is customary to wear new attire for the New Year celebrations.

Business sectors like shopping malls, jewellers, super markets and electronic home appliance markets, real estate sectors and various business sectors has already come up with a innovative business ideas to earn good business and customers for Ugadi. Pamper yourself into the festive mood and prepare ahead or early so that you can avoid last minute rush and unwanted stress. Cityplus gives a sneak peak into what five things you can indulge this festive season.

Dress or Clothing
New cloths are very important thing that need to be included in Ugadi shopping list. Ugadi shopping cannot be completed without new dress or clothing. Every member in a family will love to wear ethnic dress and buying a new dress for Ugadi is a tradition. The Bangalore markets are flooded with local and branded clothing stores. The narrow lanes in Chickpet, several clothing shops in Gandhi Bazaar and many shops at Sampige Road in Malleshwaram offer huge discounts on clothing for men and women.

Gadget and Home appliances
Some people prefer latest gadgets and energy saving home appliances in their Ugadi shopping list. You can also include Kitchen utensils, steel vessels or storage container etc that can be useful for a home. Shopping malls across the city are offering variety of home appliances.

Jewels
Ugadi is auspicious day for shopping gold jewels and silver articles. In Ugadi shopping list, after clothing, women prefer gold and diamond jewels. They also buy decorative ornaments like glass bangles, trendy bindi, anklets etc from local markets in Jayanagar, Malleshwaram and Commercial Street.

Wall Paint
Wall paint is a part of Ugadi home decoration. If you are planning to change the wall colour of your living room and you have enough time and budget, go for attractive wall colour that highlights your living room theme and matches with Ugadi decoration.

Gifts for this occasion
If you're planning to gift your loved ones with exotic Ugadi gifts, here is what you can gift them. Gift vouchers containing cakes, sweets, chocolates, sarees, jewellery and a bunch of flowers are perfect for this occasion. Gifting electronic goods like mobiles, laptops, notepads and trendy tabs are also in fashion.
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