Ever fancied owning a Thalaivar-emblazoned mug or a t-shirt with dialogues from Big Boss printed on them? Here’s our pick of some of the coolest brands around with funky t-shirts, mugs, badges, bags, stationery and more on offer. With Madras Week around the corner, each one of them has come up with their own new collections to add to the celebration mood. What’s more, if you already have a picture of what you want or wish to gift someone, then you can get them customised at these stores as well.
The Phoenix Company
With an eye for illustrations and doodles, the brand has launched a quirky doodled t-shirt with our very own superhero, Dosa Man. The curly-haired, bare-chested, dhoti-clad superhero has been specially designed for Madras Day. Look out for more doodles in the line of book covers, accessories and other stationery. `300 onwards. Details: thephoenixcompany.in
Ashvita
Ashvita Design Studio is creating memories inspired by quintessential quirks of Madras. Check their new line of accessories including luggage tags and mugs.Within offers, they have posters, key chains, door knob hangers, cookie tins and glassware. If you’re looking for something trendy within your budget then these would be ideal gifting options. Swing by Ashvita between August 15-22 for a 25 per cent discount. `269 onwards. Details: ashvitadesignstudio.com
Angi
Carrying Tamil alphabets, pictures of freedom fighters and illustrations on it, Agni has a series of metal badges. These lightweight objects can be pinned on to your bags, t-shirts, bag packs and collars. If your kid’s birthday is coming up any sooner, then this is the best option for return gifts. Also look out for their posters. `50. Details: angi.in
Fully Filmy
Starting from their ‘Neenga shut up pannunga’ t-shirt, popular among youngsters, Fully Filmy has now come up with phone covers featuring movie stars and famous film dialogues. Check out their latest Madras Day collections inspired by monuments in Chennai, the city’s autos and more, all in funky yellows, greens and blues. For those who keep experimenting with gadgets, these are available for all phone models. `499 onwards. Details: fullyfilmy.in
Chennai Gaga
With an urge to capture the city’s essence across day-to-day products, their cotton multi-purpose and spacious tote bags come with monuments of Chennai emblazoned in different colours. While the phone pockets will help you fish out your mobiles with ease, look out for many more filter kaapi and dosa-themed designs along with classic caricatures like Chennai Central station. Their list extends to mugs, bags, coasters and fridge magnet. `429 onwards. Details: 42666745
Dude Tamizha
Those with a craze for round neck tees, this Thalaivar and filter coffee printed grey t-shirt is a must-add to your wardrobe. Featuring pictures of film stars, movie dialogues and old Tamil sayings, these comfortable, unisex t-shirts are available in different colours and sizes. They can either be worn casually with a pair of jeans or paired with track pants for a workout. `401 onwards. Details: facebook.com/pg/dudetamizha / 9566082325
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Tantra
Featuring a colour palette of aqua green, bleached denim, beige and more, Tantra has off late added boxers to its collections. The unisex cotton boxers have designs of moustache, guitar, faces, and other funky patterns.These breezy shorts are comfortable to wear during a vacation or beach trips. `499. Details: tantratshirts.com