Marigold - Gateway to India — Local services in Austin

I'm leaving for Indian in three days for a wedding. I was first under the impression I would buy my Sari in India and now found out I need it beforehand. A friend google searched and sent me Marigolds information. I went in, informed the lady what I needed. A sari for a wedding in Kerela. She took me to the shelves told me to pick something from 4 of 6 batches. I did. She helped me match a top and picked out the slip for me. I tried on the slip and the shirt. I came out so she could wrap me. I didn't do the slip right so she re did it for me. Explaining everything step-by-step. I apologized for not knowing and she comforted me by saying I am not expected to know. She was so patient, helpful and kind. Offered her opinion. Told me what she recommended and what to avoid. After I chose my clothing she informed me about the jewelry and helped me pick out a few things. She told me what I could get done cheaper in India and what was best to get here. I told a friend to visit too since we are going to the same wedding. My friend got there 30 minutes before closing. Asked me to meet her. Asked the lady if it was okay that I would be there 15 minutes later. My friend tried on two sari's and a ton of tops. The lady still patient, explained everything, offered her opinion, gave advice. We were there well after the desired closing time on a "holiday". I didn't feel rushed at all. I greatly appreciate her kindness, advice and patience. I don't know what I would have done. I also appreciate that it was a one-stop-shop. There were shoes and other attire and accessories too. Reasonably priced, and shop local. Exactly what...

This looks great! I’m looking on Google Maps now at this place. I was recommended to go by my Teacher from Wimberley. I’m looking for Dastaar. I Love close to San Antonio, and am having trouble finding long enough Dastaar material for a proper wrap. I am hoping, perhaps, to find it here.

Update 06/29/23

I visited Lata at her store, and am very grateful for her care in helping my choose my two Dastaar. Very good prices in this store! I also bought my first kurta and love wearing it to the Gurudwara on Sundays. Today she is looking for more Dastaar in more colors for me :-)....

The owner was so so kind and helpful! My boyfriend and I are going to a friend's wedding in India next month and unfortunately won't have much to shop there. I found a beautiful lehenga for the more formal ceremony. She was kind, explained the options I had (saree, lehenga, kurti, etc) and was so patient and understanding. Sizing is quite different from US sizing and she was very thorough in helping me find something that fit that I was comfortable with. Absolutely recommend and I'll definitely be back fro accessories and any other festive occasions we...