2020 Dec 18
Time flies when you’re having fun, and just like that, it’s December again! As you are getting ready for the Christmas festivities that are about to come your way soon, the need to hunt for gifts might also be creeping inside your mind. But fret not! We’ve got you covered with this comprehensive list of places where you could get your Christmas shopping done!
Budget
Manjari Nugegoda (LKR 500 upwards)
Manjari is a big shopping mall situated in Nugegoda Town. They cater to all needs; from household goods to deco and accessorised products to various other products. They also have a huge clothing collection for men, women, and kids. At this place, you can buy almost anything you have in mind for your house.
Address: 136, S. De S. Jayasinghe Mawatha, Nugegoda.
Minigood (LKR 500 upwards)
Minigood is a Korean lifestyle department store with good-quality products. They cater for great gift choices ranging from stationery to cosmetics – if you are looking for cute gift options and not clothing, this is a great place to look. They have outlets in Rajagiriya, Dehiwala, and One Galle Face.
Beverly Street (LKR 500 upwards)
Beverly Street is a great place to shop for affordable and trendy products for your family! You can shop for men, women, and kids. They are located in Bambalapitiya and Rajagiriya.
Flagship Store address: 475/C, Sri Jawardenapura Mawatha, Welikada, Rajagiriya.
The Factory Outlet (LKR 700 upwards)
With branches in Ja-Ela, Mount Lavinia, Pelawatta, and Thimbirigasyaya, The Factory Outlet houses popular casualwear brands and accessories from Europe and the United States, and caters to all age categories.
Flagship Store address: 192, Havelock Road, Colombo.
NOLIMIT (LKR 700 upwards)
Known as Sri Lanka’s biggest fashion chain, with multiple outlets around the country and the biggest one located at D.S. Senanayake Mawatha in Borella, NOLIMIT is yet another fashion and accessory megastore that will not burn a hole in your wallet with its vast range of products.
Flagship Store address: 40, D.S. Senanayake Mawatha, Borella.
The Brands Warehouse (LKR 1,000 upwards)
With over 15 years of experience in the wholesale market, Brands Warehouse offers designer clothing at pocket-friendly prices. The store also stocks kidswear and toys, apart from menswear and womenswear. And if you are ever stuck for gift ideas, they offer gift vouchers.
Flagship Store address: 25, Galle Road, Wellawatta.
Miniso (LKR 1,000 upwards)
If you are still unsure of what gift choices to make and clothes are not an option, look no further than Miniso. This Japanese brand has a myriad of products to choose from, ranging from cosmetics to electronics.
Flagship Store address: 525, Union Place, Colombo 2.
Uptown Kandy (LKR 1,000 upwards)
Has a great collection from bags to shoes, womenswear to menswear, along with kidswear. It’s a great place to get your last-minute Christmas shopping done – a one-stop shopping experience. Do you get tired while shopping? Don’t worry! The mall provides an amazing cafe for all you hungry shoppers. Get energised! And let the shopping resume.
Store address: Liberty Plaza, No. 14, Second Floor, R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 3.
Lady J (LKR 850 upwards)
Lady J covers a variety of clothing for you to shop, including womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and more! This way, you can make sure to tick off items from your kids’ wishlist to Santa along with making sure every one of your family members has a gift to treasure. There are stores in Borella and Maharagama.
Flagship Store address: 993, Maradana Road, Borella.
Spring and Summer (LKR 900 upwards)
Not sure what to buy for the special lady in your life? Spring and Summer provides a great range of womenswear, from casual wear to formal wear as well as kidswear. It’s affordable and one of the leading women’s fashion brands in Sri Lanka. Their outlets are in Nugegoda, Wattala, Panadura, and Maharagama.
Flagship store: 14/15A, R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 5.
The Outlet Store (LKR 1,000 upwards)
There’s a lot of choices from which you can pick. They have menswear, womenswear, and kids clothing. They also have different types of accessories like jewellery, perfume, and watches.
Flagship Store address: No. 142, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 4.
Average
House of Fashions (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Known to be Sri Lanka’s fashion landmark, you will most probably find anything you are looking for here! Their collection caters to all. It’s a popular shopping experience among locals and tourists. They have a variety of items at an affordable price that won’t make you feel bad once you look at your price tag! Need I say more? It is located in Borella and Bambalapitiya.
Flagship Store address: 101, D.S. Senanayake Mawatha, Colombo 8, Borella.
Fashion Bug (LKR 1,500 upwards)
One of the leading fashion chains in Sri Lanka with affordable pricing! Here, clothing is available for men, women, and all the little ones in your life. They have multiple stores in Maharagama, Nugegoda, Wellawatte, Moratuwa, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Wattala, and Kotahena.
Cool Planet (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Be it houseware, toys, or clothing, this chain of stores is sure to cater to your needs with the decent price range it has to offer. There are many Cool Planet outlets within and surrounding Colombo.
Flagship Store address: 61, Isipathana Mawatha, Colombo 5,
Arienti (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Catered to the working woman’s needs, this store has made its way to the market, providing Colombo’s women with stylish clothing. All their products, from dresses to skirts to jumpsuits, are designed to suit everyone’s taste.
Flagship Store address: 546, Galle Road, Colombo 3.
GFlock (LKR 1,800 upwards)
Keeping up with the rapidly changing trends in the fashion industry, the womenswear and menswear collections available at the store keep changing every so often, giving you fresh and exciting new ranges to choose from.
Flagship Store address: 299, Galle Road, Kolpetty.
Cotton Collection (LKR 2,000 upwards)
Cotton Collection has been known to keep up with trends that are popular among all ages! Cute boho attire, chic evening wear, and stylish clothing for men and women alike are available here! Their products extend from clothing to homeware.
Flagship Store address: 143, Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 7.
House of Gifts (LKR 650 upwards)
Be it an art sculpture to a dining set or even cakes and flowers, House of Gifts down Bagatalle Road will have you going in unsure of what to get but leaving with the best possible purchase!
Store address: 4A, Bagatalle Road, Colombo 3.
Liberty Plaza (LKR 1,000 upwards)
You can find anything from clothes to electronics here. They’ve got books, homeware, footwear, perfume stores, as well as eyewear stores. Some popular shops to check out are Genius Mobile for electronics, PenHouse for aspiring artists – you can get your art supplies as well as stationery; popular denim store Levi’s is also located here.
Address: R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 3.
Marino Mall (LKR 1,000 upwards)
Marino Mall is another shopping centre situated in the heart of Colombo, where you can find different items that suit your needs. From clothes and homeware to furniture, cosmetics, shoes, jewellery, toys, and electronics, they’ve got everything you’d need to find a perfect gift for your loved ones.
Address: No. 590, Galle Road, Colombo 3.
Colombo City Centre (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Colombo City Centre is a hotspot for all your shopping needs, as they have a wide variety of budget to high-end gift options, from clothing to electronics and perfumes, jewellery, baby care, shoes, fashion accessories, and many more!
Address: 137, Sir James Pieris Mawatha, Colombo 2.
The K-9 (LKR 1,000 upwards)
This one is for all of those animal lovers. What better gift can you get them than a gift for their pets instead? Get the best for their pet, whether it be a dog, cat, or bird.
Address: 86, Nawala Road, Nugegoda.
Barefoot (LKR 1,500 upwards)
An age-old favourite, the iconic weaving and vibrant hues of Barefoot will make anything from this store a happily received present. You can find homeware, clothing, jewellery, stationery, and toys here.
Flagship Store address: 704, Galle Road, Colombo 3.
Nils Store (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Has a wide range of women’s clothing from maxi dresses and casual wear to formal wear and many more. Their clothes are high-quality, affordable, and comfortable.
Address: No. 216, High Level Road, Nugegoda.
Mimosa (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Mimosa has a great collection of chic, classy, and feminine clothing for women. With a simple monochromatic palette, this place has good-quality clothing to make you feel confident and beautiful!
Flagship Store address: 355, R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 3.
Saffans (LKR 1,500 upwards)
One of the best quality shoe stores in Colombo with a wide range of collections for men, women, and kids. They also offer a seperate wedding collection. The shoes are also known for its affordability and good durability.
Flagship Store address: S. De S. Jayasinghe Mawatha, Nugegoda.
Sereppu (LKR 1,500 upwards)
A brand that specialises in making different styles of sandals and shoes that are stylish and comfortable. Here, you can find a pair that suits your taste best. While they are located at New Galle Road, Moratuwa, they also have an online store on Instagram under the same name.
Address: No. 86B/1, New Galle Road, Moratuwa.
Niera Shoes (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Niera Shoes are equipped with a collection of trendy shoes inclusive of sandals, tie-ups, sliders, and heels for girls, suitable for any occasion, be it a work event, a party, or even a wedding. Here’s your chance to surprise your girlfriends with a beautiful pair of shoes this holiday season!
Address: 436/f, Kottawa Road, Walgama-Athurugiriya Road.
Mondy (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Mondy is the place to buy decent ladies’ formal wear. You can also buy various accessories, shoes, and limited casual wear. Although a little more towards the expensive side, they have good-quality clothing.
Flagship Store address: No. 78, Srimath Anagarika Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 3.
Majestic City (LKR 1,500 upwards)
For a great, easy, and reliable shopping experience, Majestic City, popularly known as MC, is the place to go! You can shop a much greater variety here. It has many outlets of popular brands as well as smaller stores that sell everything you could possibly think of! You can get clothing in Glow, ODEL, Mondy, Cotton Collection, Triumph, Hameedia, etc.
For cosmetics and perfumes, you can visit Parfumarie, Senses, and Exclusive Lines; for stationery and books, Penhouse, Book City, and Unik Creations.
Iphones and Apple products and accessories are sold at i-Max. Other electronic appliances can be found in stores such as Camera Zone, Redline Technologies, etc.
MC also has amazing gift stores (how convenient!) such as Gift Gate Collection, Pretty Things, The Pottery Shop, etc.
For supermarket shopping, there’s Cargills Food City.
Address: 10, Station Road, Colombo 4
Kelly Felder (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Kelly Felder is one of the most popular retail shops located in different areas of Colombo.
They have a wide variety of clothing options for female teenagers, young adults, and adults. If you have a fashionable family member or a friend that loves to dress up from time to time, Kelly Felder is definitely a place to check out!
Store locations: 345, Galle Road, Colombo 3, and S. De S. Jayasinghe Mawatha, Nugegoda.
Blush Me (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Blush Me is an online shop that sells a range of make-up, skincare, body care, nail care, hair care, and other beauty products that are original but sold at reasonable prices. Additionally, they have a separate range of skincare, body care, and hair care products for men as well. For anyone who’s looking for high-quality products to give someone who loves a good self-care routine, Blush Me will definitely come through!
You can find them at www.blushme.lk.
Romafour (LKR 1,500 upwards)
Romafour is another popular retail destination that consists of a wide variety of fashionable and budget-friendly clothing items for females, males, and children as well. Romafour will definitely be a helpful hand when picking gift items for your loved ones this holiday season!
Address: 04, 71, Galle Road, Colombo 4.
ZigZag Store
Looking for trendy, modern clothing options to spoil your loved ones this Christmas? Look no further! The ZigZag Store is here to provide you with all the clothing options that you could ask for!
Address: No. 17, Charles Drive, Colombo 3.
High-end
Jezza (LKR 1,900 upwards)
Get your wallets ready! Catered to women, Jezza has an amazing collection for all you trendy shoppers. They offer a generous variety, from dresses to tops, more from you to choose from.
Flagship Store address: WP, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia.
The Body Shop (LKR 1,900 upwards)
Struggling to find the right products for your skin routine? Body Shop to the rescue! It is the perfect place for skincare and all things beauty. It’s a great gift of pampering you can even give yourself!
Flagship store: 1/1, Platinum One Building, Bagatelle Road, Colombo 3.
Genelle (LKR 2,000 upwards)
Find the perfect chic and modern pair of shoes at Genelle. They’re great in quality and durability – although expensive, they’re worth it!
Flagship Store address: Isipathana Mawatha, Colombo 5.
Splash (LKR 2,000 upwards)
It’s a gorgeous store with a wide collection of trendy clothes for men, women, teenagers, and kids. They have good-quality and branded clothing. They also have a range of shoes and other accessories.
Address: 15, Fussels Road, Colombo.
Kylie Angel (LKR 2,000 upwards)
It’s a place where you can get luxury womenswear, especially for parties and formal events. They offer a range of dresses in a variety of styles with high-quality material. They have two outlet stores in Nugegoda and Rajagiriya.
Flagship Store address: 209, High Level Road, Nugegoda.
Avirate (LKR 2,000 upwards)
This global fashion brand is completely owned and managed by one of the country’s leading apparel manufacturers. Solely catering to women.
Flagship Store address: 30, Maitland Crescent, Colombo 7.
Galleria (LKR 2,500 upwards)
Looking for products from your favourite international brands? Galleria is the place for you. You can get products from Levi’s, Giordana, Nike, etc.
Flagship Store address: Havelock Road, Colombo 5.
Zigma Jones (LKR 2,500 upwards)
Zigma Jones is all about fashion, from casual wear, work wear, and party wear to even lounge wear; they have a variety of clothing options to suit your every need. Your girlfriends are most definitely going to adore the gifts that they receive from Zigma Jones!
Flagship Store address: No. 323, Colombo-Galle Main Road, Colombo 4.
One Galle Face (LKR 2,500 upwards)
If you are looking to get your shopping done in a day, One Galle Face is a great mall for that, as many popular brands have outlets here. You will be able to spend your entire day here being entertained! From shopping to dining to entertainment and more – they have a cinema; being the largest mall in Sri Lanka, One Galle Face has it all!
They have multiple internationally and locally branded clothing, fashion, and accessory stores such as ALDO, Armani Exchange, GUESS, Mango, 1.O.A.K., Aditi Infinity, Arrow, Avirate, Glitz, Cotton Collection, Genelle, Hameedia, Mimosa, Waves, etc.
For sports, recreation, and houseware, they have Adidas, Nike, Reebok, Puma, DSI, Dankotuwa, Abans, etc.
Their beauty and wellness stores include British Cosmetics, Baraka, Revlon, and Viana, and if you are interested in sponsoring a piercing, MrPierce is conveniently located in One Galle Face.
For supermarket shopping, Keells is available. It’s also the perfect place to shop for your kids, as they have kids stores including Baby Bear, Baby Care, Mother Care, The Toy Store, etc.
Address: 1, Centre Road, Galle Face, Colombo 2.
Midnight Divas (LKR 2,500 upwards)
One of the most popular lingerie brands in Colombo, offering a variety of lingerie with many different styles to suit your preferences.
Flagship Store address: Stratford Avenue, Colombo 5.
1.O.A.K. (LKR 2,500 upwards)
Don’t have the perfect evening dress for your perfect Christmas evening? 1.O.A.K., aka 1 Of A Kind (how cool!), is what it claims to be for evening wear! They have a variety of beautiful evening gowns along with tops and more.
Flagship Store address: 45, Alfred Place, Colombo 3.
Nora Reed (LKR 2,500 upwards)
Nora Reed is the place to go to if you are looking for glamorous party dresses for a reasonable price. They have a good collection of dresses with unique patterns and fresh designs.
Store address: 217, High Level Road, Colombo.
ODEL (LKR 2,500 upwards)
From clothing to jewellery, to stationery and souvenirs, ODEL is Sri Lanka’s first retail company which later became the island’s first department store and now has outlets all over the country.
Flagship Store address: No. 5, Alexandra Place, Colombo 7.
Dilly & Carlo (LKR 2,500 upwards)
Christmas gift shopping for parents is made easier with the wonder that is Dilly & Carlo. The store offers stylish and elegant womenswear and menswear.
Flagship Store address: 49, Flower Road, Colombo 7.
The Design Collective (LKR 2,500 upwards)
As suggested by the name itself, this store showcases various pieces of men’s and women’s clothing by local designers as well as designers from the rest of South Asia. That is not all you can find. They’ve even got stationery, homeware, and more!
Store address: 28, Stratford Avenue, Colombo 6.
Shay International (LKR 2,500 upwards)
Shay International is equipped with a variety of fashion pieces that are trendy and classy, perfect for a fashion enthusiast who has a keen eye for different styles of clothing.
Store address: 24, Deal Place, Colombo 3.
Stripes and Checks Inc. (LKR 3,000 upwards)
It’s one of the island’s premier stores for menswear. If you think shopping for a man is difficult, just visit the store and find many gifting options!
Store address: No. 70, Rosmead Place, Colombo 7.
Urban Island (LKR 3,000 upwards)
Showcasing excellent handmade Sri Lankan designs in fashion, houseware, furniture, and accessories, Urban Island promotes skilled artisans living in rural areas who work alongside designers from the Academy of Design (AOD). It has a wide range of high-quality products.
Address: 181, Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 7.
PR Sri Lanka (LKR 5,000 upwards)
One of the pioneers of luxury fashion, PR Sri Lanka is another extension of Paradise Road. Showcasing the exquisite creations of local and Indian designers, a gift from PR Sri Lanka is sure to make a statement.
Hameedia (LKR 5,000 upwards)
If you’re looking for style and class, Hameedia has got you covered. They have a great selection of casual clothing, formal clothing, shoes, and accessories. They also offer a custom or tailor-made service. They have branches in Pelawatta, Galle Road, Nugegoda, Wellawatte, and their flagship store at One Galle Face.
Leather Collection (LKR 5,500 upwards)
Get the finest collection of products made from leather! You can find shoes, handbags, belts, and more, catering to both men and women.
Store address: No. 26, Flower Road, Colombo 7.
Arcade Independence Square (LKR 8,000 upwards)
Arcade Independence Square is well known for housing branded items such as Charles and Keith, FCUK, Giordano, Levi’s, Nike, Titan, Abans, and Dockers, if you’re looking for a bit more glitz and glamour this Christmas season.
Address: Independence Square, Colombo 7.
Crescat Boulevard
Crescat Boulevard is an upmarket shopping mall consisting of high-end retail shops, designer boutiques, fashion accessories, and branded perfumes and cosmetics – the perfect destination for you, if you plan to splurge on your loved ones during this season of giving.
Address: 89, Colombo-Galle Main Road, Colombo 3.
