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One week to Karwa Chauth! Lucknow’s guide to getting your festive prep sorted

Here’s how to get it all done in Lucknow.

Khushboo Ali

Still dreaming of serving that iconic Kareena Kapoor K3G look this Karwa Chauth? From finding the perfect outfit and getting your mehndi done to matching bangles, bindis and all those little finishing touches, there’s quite a bit to sort! And with just a week to go, the last-minute shopping rush is about to get real. But don’t worry, Lucknow has plenty of spots to help you get everything in place, including your Sargi, mithai and dry fruit hampers. So, here’s where to head before the big day sneaks up on you!

Fashion & Clothing

From designer-inspired looks to affordable wardrobe staples, these stores are worth checking out-

• Hazratganj- Eesha Kunal Couture, Taneira, Bhasin Brothers, Calcutta Style, Calcutta Regalia, Basanti, Ada, Mulmul, Musara and more.

• Aminabad & Chowk- Sugnamal, Sindh Fashion, Chote Bhai ki Choti Dukan, Saheli, Lal Singh Kartar Singh, and more.

• Bhootnath- Label by Anusha, Madan Lal Instyle, Abhishek Traders, Garha Bhandar, Raj Ratan Sarees, Zari Sutra by Sangeeta, and more.

• Patrakarpuram- Bhasin Brothers, Taneira, Mansi Sarees, Meena Bazaar, Cocktail Couture, Pohor

• Aliganj & Kapoorthala- Soch, Peachmode Aliganj, Sagarika The Boutique, Pragati Bazar

Mehndi artists

Want gorgeous mehndi without the hassle? Here are the artists you can book or visit-

• Hazratganj- Manish Mehndi Artist, Shubham Mehndi Artist, mehndi Hub and more

• Bhootnath Market- Mehndi Artist in Lucknow, Suhag Mehndi Art, Amar Mehndi Artist, Shubham Mehndi Studio, and more

• Patrkarpuram- Sumit Mehndi Art, Rinku Bridal Mehndi ARtist, Arjit Mehndi & Tattoo Artist, Suraj Mehndi, and more

• Aliganj & Kapoorthala- Neelofer Mehndi, Naresh Mehndi Artist, roop's Mehndi Artist, Shubham Mehndi Studio, and more

Salons, Makeup, nail art, etc

For that head-turning look, these are the places you should’ve booked by now!

• Hazratganj- Marie Claire Paris Salon & Wellness, Toni & Guy, Garima Mohani Studio & Salon, Lakme Salon, Bhaavya Kapur, Nailashes hazratganj, Lacquer Nail Studio, and more.

• Indira Nagar- Cocon Makeup Studio & Studio, Marie Claire Paris Salon, Looks, Hairstory, Jiya Ahuja Makeup Salon Studio & Academy, Ace of Shades Salon & Academy, and more.

• Gomti Nagar- Cut & Style, KNK Awadh Salon & Academy, Monika Monisha Makeup Studio, Simran Taneja, The Top Knot, Ankita's Makeup & Nail Studio, and more.

• Aliganj & Mahanagar- Aditya Makeup Studio, Glitters & Glam- Pro Makeup Studio & Beauty Salon, Habib Salon & Academy, Glam Studios Aliganj, and more

Choodas, bangles, accessories & more

From bangles that match your outfit to bindis that tie the whole look together, shop it all here!

• Hazratganj- Maa Indra Bangles and the Belt Stores, Mohammad Miyan & Sons Stores, Sanjay's Jewellery, Fancy Bindi Shop, and more

• Chowk & Aminabad- Multiple shops in Gadbadjhala, Sardar Ji Bentex Jewellery, Aman Bangle Store, Saleem Bangle Store, Chandni Bangles Store, and more.

• Bhootnath Market- Swastik Bangles and Cosmetics, Sardar Ji Bentex Walley, Thea by Vishakha, and more

• Patrakarpuram- Dazzles Fashion & Costume Jewellery, Tara Imitation Jewellery, Glimtara, and more.

• Aliganj & Kapoorthala- Manuragini Collections, Sardar Ji Bentex walley, Sugarfly- The Jewels Shop, Shine Artificial Jewellery, and more.

Mithai shops

Karwa Chauth calls for celebrations, and no celebration is complete without a box of mithai!

• Hazratganj- Moti Mahal, The Hazelnut factory, Ram Asrey, Chhappan Bhog, and more

• Indira Nagar- Kanchan Sweets, Rashmi Sweets Shop, Swad, Kalevum Sweet, Neelkanth Sweets, Gokul Sweets, and more

• Gomti Nagar- Radhey Lal Parampara Sweets, Madhurima Sweets, Neelkanth Sweets, Ritz Mithai Vatika, Mithai Wala, and more.

• Aminabad & Chowk- Netram, Agarwal Sweets, Rattilal's, Ram Asrey, Haji Sweets, and more.

• Mahanagar, Aliganj & Kapoorthala- Radhey Lal Sweets, Shyam Swaad Mithai Shop, Mahalaxmi Sweets, and more

Pooja essentials

These stores have all your pooja essentials covered!

• Aminabad- Mahavir Pujan Bhandar

• Gomti Nagar- Jai Durga Pujan Bhandar

• Aliganj- Kamla Pujan Bhandar

• Indira Nagar- Shri Krishna Poojan Bhandar

Sargi Hampers & Dry Fruits

Don’t forget to stock up on dry fruit hampers and get your Sargi sorted!

• Aminabad- Hazarilal Ramautar

• Hazratganj- Satguru

• Gomti Nagar- Dry Fruit House, Dry Fruit Mart

• Indira Nagar- Garden Bakery, Sabratna Mewa Wala

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