Urbanaut

Marbling Department - Sri Aurobindo Ashram

by Mirasha The ancient art of marbling was first practised in Japan in the 9th century. It consists of producing flowing patterns by means of colours on water and impressing paper or silk on the water to capture this pattern. Established in 1965, the marbling unit now produces sarees, scarves, dupattas and many more items on pure silk or pure silk chiffon, for sale locally and abroad.

Laboratoires Senteurs

by Mirasha A perfumery which was founded in 1958 by the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. They offer a range of locally sourced essential oils, perfumes, and natural compounds. They also offer handmade or hand painted handkerchiefs, sarees, and dress materials made by their department.

Via Pondichéry

by Mirasha This shop is owned and operated by a local designer. Their unique curios and accessories are funky, cool, and stylish!

by Mansi Reddy Curated lifestyle store with some of Auroville’s finest ceramics, musicals instruments, clothing, cosmetics and artisan products from around the country.

by Mansi Reddy Pasta and pizza by Antonello! The pasta is all hand-made and organic, they also bake ciabatta bread and make fresh ravioli. Pizza is available on Wednesday and Saturdays or by order.

Naushad Ali - Designer store

by Mirasha This designer needs no introduction. His effortless and ethical designs have been showcased at the Lakmé Fashion Week multiple times!

by Mirasha A home lighting store owned by a French couple. These lamps are handmade with a keen eye for detail!

Meraki (Lifestyle Store)

by Mirasha A lifestyle store with jewellery, clothing and accessories.

Hand Block Printing Studio

by Mirasha Learn hand block printing from a Master printer. This unit makes block printed fabric for a few local designers. In their free time they can arrange for visitors to come and print their own items. INR 800 for Children’s T-shirt printing and INR 1000 for Adult T-shirt printing. Bags and stoles available as well.

The Little Pondicherrian (Casablanca)

by Mirasha Low impact and all-organic baby clothing and accessories with an Indo-French twist. Chic French cuts in premium Indian cotton. Colourful, stylish and sustainable. Also available online. Made with pride in India!