For the style-hunter who loves both street bargains and designer indulgences, Chennai is a fashion playground. From chaotic lanes spilling over with racks of trendy kurtis to plush boutiques showcasing silk couture, the city’s fashion scene blends the buzz of the bazaar with the polish of the runway. Here, a ₹300 dress and a ₹30,000 lehenga can be found just a few blocks apart. Whether you’re after everyday chic, wedding glam, or a statement piece to remember your trip by, Chennai’s fashion hubs deliver in style.
Pondy Bazaar – Street Style Central
📍 Location: T. Nagar, Chennai
🛣️ Nearest Landmark: Panagal Park
💳 Card Friendly: Mixed — Mony UPI makes cashless a breeze
💰 Price Range: ₹200–₹5,000
🥤 Must-Try Snack: Fresh tender coconut water between bargain hunts
📸 Photo Tip: Capture the riot of colors from street displays during golden hour
Express Avenue Mall – High Street Meets Luxury
📍 Location: Royapettah, Chennai
🛣️ Nearest Landmark: Whites Road
💳 Card Friendly: Yes, widely accepted
💰 Price Range: ₹1,000–₹20,000+
☕ Must-Try Snack: Cold coffee from CCD to refuel between stores
📸 Photo Tip: Use the mall’s glass atrium for natural light fashion shots
T. Nagar – Saree Showrooms & Festive Fits
📍 Location: T. Nagar, Chennai
🛣️ Nearest Landmark: Panagal Park
💳 Card Friendly: Yes, but Mony makes even small saree stores easy to shop
💰 Price Range: ₹500–₹1,00,000+
🍛 Must-Try Snack: Ghee roast dosa at a local tiffin center nearby
📸 Photo Tip: Get a wide-angle shot of the massive saree showroom facades
Nungambakkam – Designer & Indie Boutiques
📍 Location: Nungambakkam High Road, Chennai
🛣️ Nearest Landmark: Loyola College
💳 Card Friendly: Yes
💰 Price Range: ₹2,000–₹50,000+
🥗 Must-Try Snack: Smoothie bowls at a nearby chic café
📸 Photo Tip: Snap minimal, aesthetic storefronts with clean backgrounds
Phoenix Marketcity – Global Fashion Hub
📍 Location: Velachery, Chennai
🛣️ Nearest Landmark: Velachery Main Road
💳 Card Friendly: Yes
💰 Price Range: ₹1,500–₹50,000+
🍩 Must-Try Snack: Cinnamon rolls from Cinnabon for a sweet shopping break
📸 Photo Tip: Capture seasonal pop-up displays for an Insta-worthy post
If you want fashion variety that goes from boho street buys to high-end couture in a single day, Chennai’s your runway. And with Mony UPI, you can flit between stalls and boutiques without cash holding you back — just tap, pay, and keep styling your adventure.