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You have a theme for a dream? Party Mania, the new store in town, stocks all the quirky stuff you need for a theme bash

You have a theme for a dream? Party Mania, the new store in town, stocks all the quirky stuff you need for a theme bash

With the party season kicking in, here's how you can gear up for innovative theme parties. For pepping up the party mood,u00a0 head to the all-new store which stocks party props and accessories galore. Aptly called Party Mania, the shop has props which cater to Hawaiian, Mardi Gras, Halloween, retro, funky, cowboy, pirates, spooky and casino theme to name but a few.

This costume jungle has everything you could possibly want for a rocking party

Sandeep Kumar, who runs an event management company had all the ingredients when it came to throwing a talk-of-the-town party. He roped in Russian dancers, hosted many unforgettable themed corporate events and then struck on an idea of opening a party props shop. Sandeep says, "Our guys are still scavenging around shops abroad, in quest for unique party props, for the onset of the party season. There are four operational stores in Bangalore, many of which people flock to from surrounding areas because it is the only store that has everything you could possibly need for a costume party. We plan to set up 40 more stores pan India. Our products can bring a lot of bling to a party. They add to the whole ambiance of a party, with everything in accordance to the theme."

The store also caters to kids birthday parties. The inflatable figures of cartoon characters are a huge hit besides catering to weddings and sangeet ceremonies. Next time you plan a theme party you can pick from a thousand different varieties of masks and over 50 varieties of hats.

Downside: When we went there, the store had plenty of accesories, but not enough costumes, which are still on their way.

Stores in Bangalore: 9, St John's Church Compound, Wheelers Road, Frazer Town, (Next to Thom's Cafe)
SF 202, 2nd Floor, Forum Value Mall, Whitefield Main Roadu00a0u00a0
295/1, 1st Floor, 1st Cross, Someshwarapuram, Cambridge Layout, Sai Baba Temple Roadu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0
Store in store at Fun Corner, Eva Mall, Brigade Road
Call: 4165 7760/ 98441 35992.
For products log onto www.partymania.in
Wallet factor: Prices for products range from Rs 15 to Rs 2,500.

We Like
Glow Stir Sticks (Rs 30 for 3 pieces) perfect for to jazz up any drink or to dazzle guests at a cocktail party.
Hawaiian Garlands (Rs 30) available in several different bright colours.
30- 1500 Big Masks (Rs 1500) these are exceptionally glamorous and can be bought in gold and black or silver and blue with peacock feathers.
Chicken Hat (Rs 230) if you don't mind being laughed at, why not walk round with a chicken on your bonce?
Moustache Sheet (Rs 120) the pack provides a selection of six different moustaches with one spare of each style, so there's no need to worry about losing it.
Inflatable Range (Rs 55 to Rs 135) find your match from Sponge Bob Squarepants to blow-up guitars.