I needed an Indian dress but wasn't sure what I wanted. She helped me find exactly what I was looking for. The service was incredible and very friendly! read more

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Great selection and service - they ladies here are very patient and take time to show you options and learn what you like. There is no rush and pressure. A really lovely experience read more

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​ "An absolute Cinderella moment from start to finish!" ​As a professional event planner, my entire life is dedicated behind the scenes to making other people's moments flawless and magical. It is incredibly rare that I get to step into the spotlight and experience that kind of magic for myself. But walking into Akarshan Designs for my first-ever Indian gala, that is exactly what happened. ​From the absolute beginning, the experience was hospitable, warm, and comfortable. I was navigating new territory trying to find an outfit that was both culturally respectful and appropriate for a formal gala, and the team at Akarshan guided me with so much patience and grace. They completely took the stress out of the process. ​They didn't just help me find a dress; they curated an experience. Not only did they make me feel like an absolute princess, but they extended that same incredible warmth to my husband. By the time we were done, we both felt like an Indian prince and princess ready for the ball. ​If you are looking for gorgeous, high-quality attire for any Indian formal or cultural needs, I cannot recommend Akarshan Designs highly enough. They don't just sell outfits but they create magical, unforgettable experiences. Thank you for making us feel so special! read more

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Five stars is not enough stars. My wife and I walked into Akarshan Designs on San Mateo Ave in San Bruno needing outfits for our close friends' wedding and having absolutely no idea what we were doing. We knew we wanted to look incredible. We knew nothing else. Harminder took one look at us and said "I've got you," and she was not lying. She runs the shop while her father (the founder) is in India right now celebrating his 82nd birthday in Delhi, and she runs it with the kind of warmth and expertise that makes you feel like you wandered into a family's living room where everyone happens to be extraordinarily talented at dressing people. She pulled pieces we never would have found on our own, knew immediately what worked and what didn't, and was honest in a way that made the whole experience feel collaborative rather than transactional. My wife ended up in a lavender and silver lehenga that made her look like she'd been wearing lehengas her entire life. I ended up in a royal blue sherwani that I am now looking for excuses to wear again. Harminder styled both of us with real care, adjusting details until everything sat exactly right. The collection itself is stunning. They work directly with artisans across India and it shows in the quality and the range of what's on the racks. These are not mass-produced pieces you'll see on six other people at the reception. The embroidery on my wife's outfit alone is the kind of detail that stops people mid-conversation. If you are shopping for Indian formalwear in the Bay Area, go to Akarshan Designs, ask for Harminder, and let her work. You will leave looking better than you thought possible and feeling like you made a friend. We cannot recommend this place highly enough. read more

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Had a lovely time shopping for our first lehenga and sherwani set with Harminder. Appointments help on weekends just to give enough time to try on the beautiful sets. She was great offering options within our budget! Ready to look fabulous at our friend's upcoming Sikh wedding. Jewelry was complimentary with our outfits. read more

I had an excellent experience here finding a lehenga last minute! My shipment didn't arrive in time and Harminder helped me find something that fit perfectly without alterations, which is always a difficult task for me. I was able to try everything on in person and look around the store. Appointments are recommended! read more

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Great service to help my wife and I pick out Kurtas, Lenghas, and accessories for an Indian wedding coming up soon. They do alterations and helped us select Sangeet, Haldi, Indo-Western, and pastels for multiple wedding events. Selection is great with high quality fabrics and many sizes and alterations for my wife were done within the week to meet our deadline. Definitely would recommend read more

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I have to say the sizing and styles are outstanding, the whole family found an outfit to wear for such a special occasion. Thank you Harminder Bajaj for everything, we really appreciate everything. read more

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Everyone was so helpful and we found exactly what we needed! We will definitely come back here any time we need Indian attire in the future. read more

Akarshan Designs Boutique - Everyone was so helpful and let us find exactly what we needed! - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Bruno, California

They had so many beautiful options and it was a fun shopping experience getting try on lots of designs and colors. They were helpful in getting me zipped up and fitted. Be sure to schedule an appointment because they do get busy especially during wedding season. read more

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Akarshan Designs absolutely delivered. I came in knowing I needed something for a traditional Indian wedding -- and honestly not knowing much beyond that -- and they took care of me from start to finish. The selection is incredible. Every color under the sun, a range of styles I wasn't expecting, and it never felt overwhelming because the staff genuinely knew their stuff. They listened to what I was going for, made great suggestions, and helped me land on a cream jacket and long kurta combo that felt like it was made for me -- because after their tailoring, it basically was. The fit was perfect. The guidance was spot-on. And for the quality I walked out with, the value is hard to beat. If you're heading to an Indian wedding and don't know where to start, start here. You'll be in good hands. read more

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My husband and I went here to get outfits for a wedding. The owner was very helpful in getting us the perfect outfits. High quality and great customer service. They offer ranges in price to fit any budget. read more

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Harminder was incredibly helpful and friendly. She assisted my husband and me with so many options for a wedding we're attending in Mumbai and made the entire experience so easy and fun. She pulled beautiful pieces for us and had such a great eye for what worked and what didn't. We're so thankful we found this store. If you're looking for Indian formal attire, this is the perfect place to go! read more

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I needed a last minute Lehenga for an event and Harminder helped me find the perfect one. She was so sweet and helpful. 5 stars for awesome customer service and for all the beautiful dresses they have in the store. I've been here before and I'll definitely be back. read more

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Excellent selection, fair pricing and great service. I'd highly recommend this spot for any wedding / special occasion Indian outfits! I was looking for a men's kurta / sherwani for a sangeet and the man at the front desk (didn't catch his name) suggested their kurtas as the more affordable but still stylish option, and then worked with us to go through ~10 styles until we found a couple we really liked. They were on the higher end of the kurtas they had so one was ~$250. Loved the non-pushy approach to the sale and all the helpful suggestions on style, pairing with my partner's lehenga, tailoring advice etc. They also don't charge extra for tailoring which is nice! read more

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Super helpful and responsive and nice people. I needed a kurta just a few days before leaving for an Indian wedding internationally, and the process was very easy. Highly recommended! read more

Harminder and Nirmla gave such great customer service as soon as my husband and I walked through the door! They had a huge selection to choose from. From clothing to jewelry. If I ever need to buy more outfits, I'd definitely come back here. I recommend this boutique! read more

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I came here when I needed a Lehenga for a wedding and WOW! I found this place on yelp so am paying it forward by writing my own yelp review. I made an appointment for a Thursday evening after work to find an outfit for a wedding the next day and could not have asked for a better experience. So much selection and such beautiful options. I'm so happy with the Lehenga I found! I also ended up buying some jewelry. Excellent customer service. Highly recommend Akarshan if you are looking for wedding guest attire. read more

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A family wedding is coming up, and I panicked after realizing exactly how many outfits I needed. I was in denial. Indian weddings are not for the faint of heart. Nowadays, there are a billion online boutiques where you can specify measurements, and all that, but shipping from India takes time. You also really don't know what you're getting. Also, it's important to try things on. I also know you can drive to Fremont or the South Bay, but if you live in SF or on the Peninsula, Akarshan is very convenient, and there are plenty of choices there. It feels like you're shopping the Indian way, where they have lots of options and the storekeeper takes them out to show you. Then you hem and haw, try on, and spend a few hours figuring out what will work. It made shopping way less stressful. Akarshan offers the latest styles and is an excellent choice for wedding and party wear. If you can't go to India to shop and don't want to head to the South Bay, try Akarshan. Harminder spent a considerable amount of time helping me out, and I truly appreciated her. Finally, Akarshan's prices are comparable to online costs for these types of outfits (wedding guests, party wear), so why not go in person and try a few things on, and support a local business? Harminder also has a tailor right around the corner who will do alterations - plus she covers tailoring for some sales. Amazing! read more

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Great experience and service in our purchase for an Indian wedding guest outfit! Loved their designs and variety! read more

Akarshan Designs Boutique - Great experience and service in our purchase for an Indian wedding guest outfit! - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Bruno, California

We came in as a family of four needing new outfits for Diwali. We didn't have a lot of time. The wonderful owners of the store helped us all find gorgeous outfits in a short amount of time. They were so genuinely helpful to us and so friendly. We will definitely be back for more. read more

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I don't often write reviews, but I had such a personal and unique shopping experience that I wanted to share. I shopped at Akarshan this week and was blown away. Harminder met me at our scheduled appointment time, accompanied by another woman to assist her. I brought my friend to be outfitted for a Bollywood party we would be attending at the end of the week. My friend was able to find his Kurta suit pretty quickly. It was very high quality and reasonably priced. I, on the other hand, was very particular because there were so many choices that it was almost overwhelming. Charminder was very patient with me! After trying on several different Lehenga Cholis (all of which were good choices), I finally decided on one. She then showed me a variety of jewelry to match, and we tried different variations. We decided on the best sets. My top was too large, and it was getting late, but she made a call to her seamstress, who waited for me to go over and have the top fitted. I picked the top up two days later, giving me two days before the event, to make sure we had time for adjustments if needed. The alterations were done perfectly by Marcel at no extra charge. A huge thank you to Akarshan Design Boutique for setting us up! read more

Loved the selection of clothing here. The store owners were also so friendly! Make sure to ask for pricing first before you start trying on the clothes to save the time of yourself and the store owners. You will not be disappointed with the clothing quality and the service. read more

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Really appreciate Harminder's patience and time on showing us the different styles and price range. She made sure she was attentive to us while helping another customer with multiple outfits. She offers free alternations contracted with another seamstress nearby read more

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This place has a HUGE selection, a wide range of sizes, and is conveniently located on the peninsula. They provide great customer service, scouring their extensive inventory for the size, color, and price point you're looking for. They also have a ton of accessories including jewelry and shoes. The outfits are gorgeous with stunning embroidery and lots of detail. I'm happy with my purchase. read more

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Amazing service! Everything is so personal and the selection is unbelievable. They have an outfit for every occasion, in every color, and in every price range. This store is truly one-of-a-kind! read more

Akarshan Designs Boutique - Indian wedding attire - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Bruno, California

We found this place on yelp and were not disappointed. There were a wide range of prices, which was great since we were looking for something at lower cost. My son and wife easily found outfits they liked. The staff were super friendly, helpful and easy to work with. read more

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I was able to call and get an appointment the same day, which was such a pleasant surprise. When I arrived, the ladies at Akarshan Designs were incredibly kind and helpful. They pulled so many beautiful designs and color combinations and guided me through every step. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish! The fact that tailoring is done in-house was a huge bonus, especially since I needed a quick turnaround. Thank you, Akarshan Designs, for making everything so easy and seamless! I love it! read more

Akarshan Designs Boutique - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Bruno, California

Great service and reasonable prices! We wife and I needed to get a few traditional outfits for a wedding in India. We came to Akarshan Designs Boutique and they were so helpful in recommending different outfits and styles. Alterations were also included which was great. read more

My fiancé's old coworker's getting married next month and I've been scrambling trying to figure out what to wear that's within their dress code for the wedding... did a quick Yelp search and Akarshan Designs Boutique in San Bruno popped up! The store owner's daughter helped me on my visit and she pulled out all stunners for me once I told her what I was looking for. It can be overwhelming going into a store you've never been to before surrounded by all the beautiful fabric and style options, but she helped me by pulling out different kinds for me and y'all, I found my Salwar suit for the wedding! It was an effortless shopping experience. The dressing room to the back even had a pair of heels for you to use if you're trying on skirts/dresses. Prices can't be beat and I'm a happy camper. Honestly, what more could you ask for? read more

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Harinder was so helpful in finding the right dresses for the events were attending. There were so many options and she took her time pulling options and suggesting accessories. read more

Harminder was so pleasant to work with. She helped my husband find two excellent options in our price range for an Indian wedding. I would go back in an instant! read more

The staff were very friendly and helpful. There were so many beautiful options to choose from and accessories. All very fairly priced!

"Panic-bought a lehenga last-minute for an Indian wedding. The staff styled me in 10 minutes Lifesavers!" The staff was very helpful and friendly and polite. The cost of the lehenga was very reasonable. Enjoyed my shopping at akarshan!! Will highly recommend to anyone who need Indian clothing lot of options at the store! read more

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Great selection of colors/different styles! Kind owners with immense patience. Good jewelry selection as well to pair with the fabrics! read more

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Quick and easy! Harminder took amazing care of me when i walked in. She showed several good options, the fit was great, and I ended up choosing something I felt was perfect! Highly recommend for folks who need something desi in a pinch! read more

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I came in on a wednesday night for a kurta. very helpful and gave me lots of options for me to try. gave me a good deal on a very nice kurta and included a scarf. I will be back for my next occasion. thank you!! read more

Best place to go for an Indian cultural festival or event... so so kind! So knowledgeable! Absolutely coming back for future events! read more

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My experience was wonderful!! Everyone there was so helpful and patient with me compared to other stores. They let me try on several options to help me find the perfect one! This is a wonderful place to go to! read more

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Excellent, attentive service and a wide range of options for clothing and accessories! Would definitely recommend a visit! Easily made an appointment online. read more