Ikat

The first kind of textile that you will find in Bali is Ikat, which is popular among tourists and locals alike. There is every imaginable style and quality that you can chance upon throughout the island, but it is surprising that batik is actually produced in central Java and then shipped to Bali. Bali's own home-produced cloth is a weft ikat called endek. Ikat is made by tying the weft threads of a cloth before it is woven and then dying them so that the tied areas do not absorb the dye. 

The cloth is then woven and the pattern, created by the tying of the threads, emerges. This cloth is not very popular with visitors but is indispensable to the locals. Authentic ikat is made of silk but cotton and synthetic yarns are also widely used. Also, keep a look out for kain prada, fabrics woven of silk or cotton and decorated with silver or gold threads or gold leaf. These colorful kerchiefs are worn by temple girls during festivals and take three weeks to a month to weave.

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Batik House

The location of shop is at 2A Nogosari Kidul Street, this is a house turned into a shop and is located among houses in what seems to be a nice neighborhood. A row of becak (trishaws) are parked in front of it, ready at your service to take you to whichever houses, which are actually shops you want to have a peek in. They have various types of goods, from clothes to tablecloths. The prices range from ten thousands rupiah to hundreds of thousands, mostly depending on the batik material and complexity of the pattern.

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Mirota Batik

It’s a batik and crafts center, located across the Beringharjo Market on Malioboro Street. The prices in this store is slightly above the stuff that you find on the streets, but they do have more selected items.

I’ve always liked to shop here whenever I visit Yogyakarta for any purpose. Let me give you a heads up: in high seasons and in the weekends Mirota is usually jam-packed with visitors.

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Market Along Malioboro Streets

Who doesn’t love cheap stuff ? 

Well, that’s what you’ll find here. This sidewalk market is composed of endless row of stalls – which are made of only tables and hanger poles. 
Most of the goods sold such as t-shirts, batik products, and other traditional mass products like rattan purses and silver jewelries. It can be your choice to enjoy the street ambience, rather than entering the Beringharjo market.

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Fabrics

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List of Fabric store in Bali :

Duta Silk-High quality silks, Linens, cottons, lace, Wool and Velvet.

Next to Matahari, Denpasar. Tel 232818

Busana Indah-Printed rayon and assorted other fabrics
Jl. Legian, tel 751185 (close to the Double Six intersection)

Nogo

Jl Hyatt,Sanur and Jl Legian.

Wardanis-Exquisite ikats, songkets, endeks and the like

Jl Monkey Forest, Ubud.

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Sportwear

1. Athletes Foot-Brand name sports shoes. Matahari, Denpasar and Jl Melasti, Legian.
2. Asr/action sports retailer-A huge range of surf and sporting goods, Jl Legian.
3. Nike Shop-Stocking Nike for men, women and children. Kuta Square
4. Proshop-Bali Golf & Country Club-Fully imported exclusive golf shirts and accessories.
5. Raja Sports-Everything from football, badminton, tennis, golf and most mainstream sports. Jl Gaja Mada, Denpasar.

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Fashions

1. Animale-Range of coordinating printed separates Kuta square and Jalan Raya Ubud.
2. Biasa-Excellent range of women's wear, Jl Raya Seminyak
3. Bouncy wear-Trendy clothes and accessories for women, Jl Basangkasa Kuta and Jl Legian
4. Body and Soul-Aimed at a younger market,up-to-the minute styles Kuta Square. Jl. Legian Tel 756297
5. By The Sea - Excellent range of beachwear, Jl Legian 186, Kuta. Tel 757775
6. Hakuna Matata-Looking for something different, Jl Raya Seminyak.
7. Iccha-High quality cotton, linen and sequined garments, Jl Raya Seminyak, and Bemo Corner, Kuta.
8. Milo's-tactile range of silks, Kuta Square. tel 754081
9. Rascals-swimwear and accessories, Kuta Square (C6) Jl Legian and Ubud (B4).
10. Serene-A minimalist dream. Jl Raya Seminyak, 47. Tel 8353585.
11. Warisan-Beaded dresses, stunning silk sarongs, embroidered kabayas, Jl krobokan, Tel 731175
12. Mama & Leon-Embroidered cottons in white, beige, gray and basic black,
13. Sheraton Nusa Indah. Tel 775014
14. Vida-Full of stylish fashions, Bali Mal Galleria, Jl Bypass Kuta
15. Mainstream designers-Versace, Dolce and Gabbana, Chanel Kuta Square and Kuta centre.
16. The Village Boutique-Eveningwear and accessories The Village restaurant in Sanur. Tel 285025
17. Indigo Kids-Four stores in Kuta/Legian/Nusa Dua, kid's wear.
18. Kuta Kids-is a must for the younger boys and girls. Jl legian and bemo Corner, Kuta. (C6)
19. Kids A go go-A bright, fun collection of brilliant batiks, Hard Rock, Jl Pantai Kuta.
20. Kahuna Surf Kids -Great collection of colourful kid's surfwear. Jl. Legian - Kaja No. 476 Kuta
21. Rags Junior-Latest styles and colours for both girls and boys. Jl raya Seminyak, Basangkasa (C2)
22. Mambo-Jl pantai Kuta and Jl Legian, Tel 752275
23. Dreamland Surf-Stocking all the biggies, Kuta Square. Tel 755159
24. Jungle Surf-All major brands, Jl Legian
25. Ocean Pacific-Jl Legian
26. Quiksilver- Kuta Square, Tel 751044
27. Surfer Girl-Jl Legian 138, Kuta
28. Stussy-Jl Legian
29. The Curl-Managed by Rip Curl, Jl legian, Tel 757404
30. Volcom-Kuta Square
31. Watersport-Kuta Beach road Tel 765673

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Department Store

Department Stores

Bali Galeria Kuta - large Matahari Department store as well as a range of smaller shops such as Osh Kosh (very reasonable priced!), Kidz Station ( similar to Toys r US... prices also similar ) - very comfortable place to spend a few hours shopping. Has a food hall too!

Discovery Mall - The newest mall in Bali - There is a centro department store with a number or specialty stores, a supermarket, electronic city, a great food court and a starbucks on the street front.

Kuta Square - Large Matahari as well many small shops selling as designer clothes such as Armani, Versace DKNY. Great shoes can be found at the BATA and Buccheri stores.

Kuta Center- range of small shops and restaurants - operates as a night market with stalls in the evening.

Matahari Department Store Denpasar,

Ramayana Bali Mal in Denpasar

RIMO near Ramayana Mal in Denpasar.

Robinsons opposite Matahari  in Denpasar

Tiara Dewata in Denpasar - good for shoes, and clothes

Libi Plaza - in Denpasar, good for sporting items, electrical goods and stationary needs.

Makro - For electrical goods and lots more at excellent prices, pay a small fee for a Makro card and enjoy a huge range of cash and carry items. Located on the By-pass near Sanur.

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Bali Shopping Center

Shopping is a serious hobby. Where better to practice your bargaining skills than Bali? In Bali, unless the product is price-tagged, bargaining is the "norm". Try not to accept the first price that you are given, as most vendors add on anything between 30%-50% extra. You'll get more for your money, if your prepared to spend time and smile whilst bargaining. Although tempting, try not to make any major purchases for the first few days. Look around, take your time, bargain hard and then buy.

Bali's shopping centers and department stores are a wonderful place to start your Bali shopping spree. Air-conditioned and free of hawkers, goods from all over Indonesia are available at very reasonable prices. Many of the labels you see here are not merely rip-offs, they are often produced under license in this country and can therefore be sold at great savings. Even brand name cosmetics can be bought at excellent prices as they attract little duty in Indonesia. Shoes and children's clothes are always a great buy in Bali's departments stores, the quality and variety attract many shoppers and the prices are hard to beat.

Ladies and Men's fashions range from cheap and tacky to well made local and international designer labels, the canny shopper will always find something to suit. The major problem with shopping in Bali is trying to find bigger sizes. This is still a frustration for many westerners, although things are improving.

Luggage, accessories, sporting goods, toys and games, crockery and household goods are all good buys also.

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