Christmas Shopping in Colombo

Budget

Manjarie Nugegoda (LKR 500 upwards)

Manjarie is a big shopping mall situated in Nugegoda Town. They cater to all needs from household goods to various other, deco, and accessorised 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 Jayesinghe Mawatha, Nugegoda. 

Minigood (LKR 500 upwards)

Minigood is a Korean lifestyle department store with good quality products. They cater to 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 into. 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 casual wear 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 DS Senanayake Mawatha in Borella, NOLIMIT is yet another fashion and accessory megastore that will not ruin your wallet with its vast range of products.

Flagship Store address: 40, DS Senanayake Mawatha, Borella

The Brands Warehouse (LKR 1000 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, Wellawetta

Miniso (LKR 1000 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 1000 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, An altogether one-stop shop shopping experience. Tired from shopping? Don’t worry! The mall provides an amazing cafe for all you hungry shoppers. Get energized! And let the shopping resume. 

Store Address: Liberty Plaza, No. 14, Second Floor, R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 03 

Lady J  (LKR 850 upwards)

Lady J covers a variety of areas for you to shop from; womenswear, menswear, kidswear and more! This way you can make sure to tick off 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

Outlet Store (LKR 1000 upwards)

There’s a lot of choices from which you can pick from. 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 Fashion (LKR 1500 upwards)

Known to be Sri Lanka’s fashion landmark, you will most probably find anything you are looking for! Their collection caters to all. It’s a popular shopping experience among locals and tourists. They have a variety of items for 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 1500 upwards)

One of the leading fashion-chains in Sri Lanka with affordable pricing! Here, clothing is available for all the important 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 1500 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 1500 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 1800 upwards)

Keeping up with the rapidly changing trends in the fashion industry, the womenswear and menswear collections available at the store keeps changing ever so often, giving you fresh and exciting new ranges to choose from.

Flagship Store address: 299, Galle Road, Kolpetty

Cotton Collection (LKR 2000 upwards)

Cotton Collection has been known to keep up with trends that are popular among all ages! Cute boho attire, chic evening wear, 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 at 4A, Bagatalle Road, Colombo 3, will have you going in unsure of what to get but leaving with the best possible purchase!

Liberty Plaza (LKR 1000 upwards)

Located in R A De Mel Mawatha Colombo 3, you can find anything from clothes to electronics. 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 needs. Popular denim store Levi’s is also located here. 

The K-9 (LKR 1000 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, rodent or bird from 86, Nawala Road, Nugegoda. 

Barefoot (LKR 1500 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 1500 upwards)

Has a wide range of women’s clothing from maxi dresses, casual wear, formal wear and many more. Their clothes are high quality, affordable, and comfortable. They are located in No. 216, High-Level Road, Nugegoda. 

Mimosa (LKR 1500 upwards)

Mimosa has a great collection of chic, classy and feminine clothing for women. With a simple monochromatic palette, this place a good quality clothing to make you feel confident and beautiful! They are located at

Flagship Store Address: 355 R A De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 3. 

Saffans (LKR 1500 upwards)

One of the best quality shoe stores in Colombo with a wide range of collections for men, women and kids. They also include 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 1500 upwards)

A brand that specializes in making different styles of sandals and shoes. Stylish and comfortable, where you can find a pair that suits your taste best. They are located at No 86B/1, New Galle Road, Moratuwa. They also have an online store through Instagram under the same name.  

Mondy (LKR 1500 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 1500 upwards)

For a great, easy and reliable shopping experience, Majestic City, popularly known as MC, is the place to go! You can shop with a much greater variety. 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, stores include, 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 Department Shopping there’s Cargills Food City. 

MC is located in 10, Station Road, Colombo 4. 

High-End 

Jezza (LKR 1900 upwards)

Get your wallets ready! Catered to womenswear, 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. Their flagship store is located in

Flagship Store address: W P Dehiwala- Mount Lavinia.

Body Shop (LKR 1900 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 pampering gift you can even give to yourself!

Flagship store: 1/1, Platinum One Building, Bagatelle Road, Colombo 03.

Genelle (LKR 2000 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! They are located at

Flagship Store address: Isipathana Mawatha, Colombo 5. 

Splash (LKR 2000 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. They are located at 15, Fussel’s Road COlombo  

Kylie Angel (LKR 2000 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 

Kelly Felder (LKR 2000 upwards)

A popular choice amongst young women in Colombo, this is the perfect place to shop for womenswear. Be it casual or party wear you’re looking for, Kelly Felder has it all. 

Flagship Store Address: 345, Galle Road, Colombo 3

Avirate (LKR 2000 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 2500 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… They are located at

Flagship Store address: Havelock Road, Colombo 5.

One Galle Face (LKR 2500 upwards)

If you are looking to get your shopping done in a day, One Galle Face is a great mall, 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 OAK, 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.. 

For Beauty and Wellness, stores include British Cosmetics, Baraka, Revlon, Viana, and if you are interested in sponsoring a piercing, Mr. Pierce is conveniently located in One Galle Face. 

For department shopping, Keels is available. It’s also the perfect place to shop for your kids, stores include Baby Bear, Baby Care, Mother Care, and the Toy Store etc.

It is located at 1, Centre Road, Galle Face, Colombo 2. 

Midnight Divas (LKR 2500 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 OAK (LKR 2500 upwards)

For your perfect christmas evening, don’t have the perfect evening dress? 1 OAK, 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 2500 upwards)

Nora Reed is the place to go to if you are looking for something more glamorous party dresses for a reasonable price. They have a good collection of dresses with unique patterns and fresh designs. Their store is located at 217, High Level Road, Colombo. 

ODEL (LKR 2500 upwards)

From clothing to jewellery, 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 2500 upwards)

Christmas gift shopping for parents is made easier with the wonder that is Dilly & Carlo. The store offers stylish, elegant womenswear and menswear. 

Flagship Store address: 49, Flower Road, Colombo 7

The Design Collective (LKR 2500 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! The store is located at 28, Stratford Avenue, Colombo 6.

Stripes and Checks Inc. (LKR 3000 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! Stripes and Checks Inc. is located at No. 70, Rosmead Place, Colombo 7

Urban Island (LKR 3000 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). With its wide range of high-quality products, gifts may be purchased from the store at 181, Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 7.

PR Sri Lanka (LKR 5000 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 5000 upwards)

If you’re looking for style and class, Hameedia has got you covered. They have a great selection of casual clothing to formal clothing, shoes and accessories. They also have 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 5500 upwards)

Get the finest collection of products made from leather! You can find shoes, handbags, belts, and more, catering to both men and women. They are located in No 26, Flower Road, Colombo 7.

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