Low prices
Customers repeatedly describe the clothing as affordable, with one reviewer calling the prices good value for the quality.
Affordables
Al Karama
Affordables is a clothing store in Al Karama selling apparel, footwear and accessories for men, women and kids. Reviews point to a useful mix of low-priced clothes, stylish collections and branded-quality pieces, with some shoppers assembling complete outfits without spending heavily.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
152 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Clothing range
Reviews mention a broad selection of stylish clothes, including branded options for men.
Helpful service
Several reviews describe sales staff as respectful, attentive and knowledgeable enough to suggest suitable products and sizes.
Product quality
Clothes are often described as good quality or branded quality, even when bought at lower prices.
Clean store
One regular customer specifically noted that the shop is well maintained and clean.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check branch. Confirm you are heading to the larger store rather than the small Karama branch, which received a particularly poor service review.
Plan parking. Parking directly outside may be difficult, especially at weekends when traffic is heavier.
Ask about brands. If authenticity matters, ask about the status of branded pieces before paying, as one review was unsure whether items were genuine or factory overruns.
Inspect shoes. Give footwear extra checking before purchase: one review praised the clothes but advised against the shoes.
Allow room. Expect browsing to feel cramped in some areas, so allow extra patience when checking sizes or looking through the collection.
Plan the visit
Practical details
13 Kuwait St
Al Karama, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Armani Exchange shoe
A reviewer reported finding an Armani Exchange shoe at a notably low price.
bershka and pull & bear
One review says the store carries branded clothing associated with Bershka and Pull & Bear, while also noting uncertainty about authenticity.
Common Concerns
Uneven service
Some shoppers report rude or aggressive treatment, including being refused access to a display item unless they agreed to buy it.
Tight space
Reviews describe the shop as uncomfortable to browse because it needs more room.
Limited stock
A reviewer said the collection had become noticeably smaller at the time of their visit.
Shoe caution
One customer found the clothes worth the money but specifically did not recommend the shoes.
Authenticity unclear
A review raises uncertainty over whether some branded items are authentic, imitations or factory overruns.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
less than 300 AED
complete ensemble
“I had to get ready for a party, and in a short span, I managed to get a complete ensemble from head to toe for less than 300 AED! The cherry on top? An Armani Exchange shoe for just 199 AED”Google review · August 2023
199 AED
Armani Exchange shoe
“I had to get ready for a party, and in a short span, I managed to get a complete ensemble from head to toe for less than 300 AED! The cherry on top? An Armani Exchange shoe for just 199 AED”Google review · August 2023
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The Bottom Line
Affordables in Al Karama is a budget-focused clothing store where you can browse clothes for men, women and kids, along with footwear and accessories. Reviews are strongest on the clothing: shoppers mention stylish collections, branded-quality pieces and prices that make it possible to put together a full outfit without a large spend. One customer said a complete ensemble came to less than 300 AED, while another bought an Armani Exchange shoe for 199 AED.
Service is a real variable. Many customers describe the sales team as respectful, attentive and helpful with sizes, product questions and recommendations. Others report rude or aggressive behaviour, including one incident where a customer was told a display outfit would only be shown if they intended to buy it.
That contrast is worth keeping in mind, particularly if you are visiting the smaller Karama branch. The shop has been described as clean and well maintained, but several older reviews say the space can feel cramped and that the collection sometimes runs low. Parking directly outside may be difficult, with weekend traffic adding frustration.
If you are shopping for branded items, ask about authenticity before paying; one reviewer was unsure whether some pieces were genuine, imitations or factory overruns.