Chamiers, deriving its name from the road on which it is located, is a store that presents the magic of contemporary design and craft wrapped in the charm of a 1950s Chennai art-deco bungalow. The brainchild of Kiran Rao and Mathangi Srinivasamurti, both successful businesswomen with experience in retailing quality crafts, jewellery and garments for several years, Chamiers has carved a significant niche for itself in the leisure and retail space in Chennai.
Chamiers is much more than a shop. It provides the space and ambience for an eclectic mix of urban pastimes – whether this means chilling out with friends, browsing for gifts, or seeking more high-brow heights among the books. This elegant lifestyle store was inaugurated on Valentine’s Day 2004, with a fashion show showcasing Anokhi’s collection of women and men’s wear. It consists of a well-stocked Gift Shop, the Anokhi garments and home furnishings section, the men’s section featuring garments by Lokessh Ahuja, and the Eco Café. Chamiers also has a choice of coffee-table books, covering subjects such as travel, crafts, lifestyle, Indian fiction and children’s books displayed on the first floor, making it a complete and unforgettable shopping experience.
Because it presents the best of garments, semi-precious jewellery and home accessories crafted by Indian craftsmen, independent artists and design studios, Chamiers is a must-see for all those seeking satisfying shopping in Chennai.
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