As we inch closer to Diwali, a big part of the prep for the festive season is getting gifts for friends, acquaintances and family. And while it may seem like a chore, it’s imperative to put in a little extra effort and ensure the gifts are well thought out.
Here is LuxeBook’sDiwali gift guide for those scratching their heads to figure out what to gift at this point. From purchasingnew items on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras to illuminating your home with candles, and new cutlery, shower your loved ones with items they treasure.
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Kindle
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A special gift for the bookworms – the Kindle. An ideal gadget that’s informative and essential for every family member who loves to read.
Available on: https://www.croma.com
Polaroid
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Who wouldn’t love to capture special moments from the festive season? A polaroid is a great way to bring everyone together for a picture you can cherish for a lifetime. An usual yet thoughtful gift, it will put a smile on everyone’s face.
Make a grand gesture and wow your loved ones as you gift them a keepsake from Lladro’s Diwali selection. Known for their high quality, intricate porcelain pieces, this one takes inspiration from Indian mythology. Inspired by an episode from the Mahabharata, lord Krishna and the mythical archer Arjuna fight in the legendary battle of Kurukshetra, making this a thoughtful and treasured gift for anyone.
It is the festival of lights, and nothing quite brightens up the space like a candle holder with metallics. And when it’s gold just like these ones by Logam, the impact is more. A great present for every age group, this is something that will be treasured by all. What’s more? From a tea light candle to a candle stick the holder makes everything look pretty and elegant.
When it comes to lavish and exquisite table layouts for Diwali everyone is in need of some party-appropriate tableware. Go the extra mile and gift opulence to your loved one.
Available on: kaunteya.in
The House of Things Serveware Hamper
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Help your special one set the mood for the festive season as you gift there a marble platter and brass bowls to serve their guests in style. This hamper by The House of Things isn’t only a wonderful serveware addition but also a great decorative item.
Want to gift a home décor item but can’t decide on which one? The look towards Veaves, a brand that celebrates the craftsmanship of artisans. Crafted in intrinsically Indian design elements the coasters are a grand expression for the festivities. They can be used as decorative items or for functional purposes to suit the occasion.
Nothing captures the festive season better than serving in style. An elaborate family dinner is on the agenda for every household, so why not gift exclusive tableware set by Elvy? Every platter is crafted in fine glass and enhanced with gold foiling and is paired with handcrafted champagne glasses in the gift hamper that calls for more celebrations at home.
Enliven the homes of your friends and family as you pick out statement wall art they can cherish for a lifetime. From a captivating range of art prints to the essence of nature, and geometric and abstract designs, let your loved ones inject a dose of freshness into their home.
A decorative item and a flower vase let your special ones add some colour to their home this Diwali. A handpainted vase like this from Lalique enhances the beauty of florals placed in them.
Available on: www.lalique.com
Christofle Metallic jugs
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Royal, opulent and regal. Nothing says festive wear much like metallic accents and when you’re thinking of gifting, ensure you add a luxe touch. These silver-plated jugs by Christofle add extravagance to every table setting.
Available on: emery-studio.com
Beyond Designs Photo Frame
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An ideal gift for your family. Go the extra mile and get a picture printed to make this gorgeous frame by Beyond Designs look a little more thoughtful.
Available on: www.beyonddesign.in
Amoli Concepts Ganesh murti
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On the occasion of Dhanteras the mandir of the home is a sacred place. And for those who are fond of doing up their sacred space with new additions, this is the perfect gift. Its use of it goes beyond just Diwali making it an essential part of the mandir or even as a decorative element.
Available on: www.amoliconcepts.com
Mason Home Candle Platter
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Make a grand impression with this luxe gifting platter. Plated with gold, the home decor piece adds an impressive edge to every home.
The beauty of mint and earthy serveware is its versatile nature. So when picking out a gift, this is an ideal colour choice. Tesors platter offers ease with which this can be incorporated into every kind of home.
The ideal gift for all coffee lovers? A coffee machine. Quick, easy and fuss-free if your loved ones want to savour a delicious cup of coffee nothing gets better than an espresso machine.
Available on: amazon.in
Dyson Air Purifier
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This is for the practical gift givers. We all know that in the aftermath of Diwali, pollution levels rise and breathing almost seems impossible. In light of this, what better than to give your loved ones a high-quality air purifier for their homes? And it doesn’t get better than Dyson’s Purifier Cool™ Formaldehyde for a clean and healthy home this season. Incorporated with the latest technology ig automatically detects, airborne particles and gases and removes 99.95% of particles.
Make the festive season extra special for those who enjoy cooking in the kitchen. Pizza Pro’s Ooni Pizza Oven is perfect for the chef in your family to cook a delicious meal. As the weather gets coolers it will also be just what you need to entertain guests over the season. Not only is it great for restaurant-quality fire and stone-baked pizza in just 60 seconds, but you can also experiment with naans and tandoori rotis, delicious roasted meats, and smokey grilled vegetables.
Rich embroidered floral blossoms come to life against lush velvets, perfect for the perfect Diwali gift. Cottons and Satins cushion covers are just the festive addition needed for a household this festive season.
Smelling good is a key part of dressing up. Burberry’s newly launched Hero EDP works as the perfect gift for men when you’re confused. Gifting someone perfumes is a cliche for a reason, it’s something that is the most useful. The Burberry scent is reimagined for today’s modern hero, with a strong and modern scent with intense and sensual notes of cedarwood pine needles and benzoin.
The new fragrance, Eau de Parfum Naturelle joining the Chloé signature collection is a 100% natural origin fragrance with a feminine appeal. Because smelling good always makes a great impression!
Nothing gets better than having a good hair day pretty much every day. So beat the hairstyle troubles with the Dyson Airwrap in a new limited-edition Vinca Blue & Rosé colourway, launched exclusively for the 2022 festive gifting season.
Let a fragrant smell take over your loved ones’ homes and you present them with NASO Profumi Dolce Far Niente Body Candles. They can be used as pure concentrates on the body, at home as diffusers, or in your bath as a de-stressor, an ideal way to add to the ambience of your home.
No matter whether they’re a tea person or not, Vahdam’s assortment of teas will surely make them fall in love with the unusual blends. A delight to the palate this season, it’s all about gifting a warm brew.
Araku Diwali Gift Box
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For all those coffee connoisseurs, nothing gets better than a box of delicious brews. This festive season delights your loved ones with a home brewing kit of coffee by ARAKU Coffee. A curated hamper that comes with turquoise espresso cups and saucers, moka pot and an ARAKU Signature coffee packed in a reusable tin with a cork lid.
Happy Jars Hampers
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We have the perfect gift for the health-conscious individuals of your family (or even your office)! Happy Jars brings health dessert options for those who have a sweet tooth craving. So ditch the traditional mithais for some ‘healthy’ modern age mithai? Create a personalized healthy hamper with Afters (healthy dessert bites), Nut Butters, and Spreads.
It’s the season of joyous celebrations and what better way to celebrate than to shower your loved one with delectable gourmet treats? Delhi Baking Company at JW Marriott New Delhi has the ultimate gourmet hampers that are filled with sweet and savoury treats. From Tea Cake, Bean to Bark Chocolate, an aromatic Candle, Zuffon Quinoa, Jams, Granola, Ghee, Olive Oils, Pasta, Quinoa Crisps and more, there is something for everyone.
Hyatt Regency Delhi Gift Hampers
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This year, celebrate the festival of lights with Hyatt Regency Delhi’s special curated hampers – Token of Love. An eccentric fusion of traditional Indian sweets andsavoury delicacies pick from a variety of sweet and savoury options including orange sesame cookies, decadent chocolate marble cake, Sichuan cashew nuts, assorted trail nuts and mixed seeds, salted pistachios, fruit nutty cookies, salted peanut chocolate and more! You can also customize the baskets to suit your loved ones’ likes and preferences.
If you wish to play it safe nothing gets better than a well-curated food hamper. For those who like to stay away from sweet treats, Foodhall has a savoury option.
The festivities are complete without enjoying a tipple of your choice. And for those who love a stiff Vodka based tipple Smoke Lab has the perfect hamper. With two flavours, Smoke Lab Classic and Smoke Lab Aniseed you can create some delicious cockatils.
Lodhi Healthy Hamper
Looking for a gift for a health-conscious individual? Then Lodhi’s healthy Diwali hamper is just what you need. From bread loafs to preserves and delicious treats, ‘Traditions’ by The Lodhi, the hamper includes an assortment of signature offerings from The Lodhi Bakery including homemade pasta, chocolates, bread loaves, tea cakes, condiments like acacia honey, house-made fruit compote, and more, interspersed with classic gifting elements such as Mithai Boxes crafted by the hotel’s Master Chefs who hail from Agra.
Khoya Mithai
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Kuch meetha ho jaaye is the lingo for the festive season, and if there’s one season when sweet calories are on overdrive it’s Diwali! So shower your special ones with an assortment of sweet treats to savour during the festival.
They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend and when it is the festive season, splurging on versatile jewellery as an elegant gifting option only makes sense. Present your loved ones with an elegant pair of diamond studs from Her Story. Crafted to perfection the unique shape will ensure the earrings are the star of the festive season.
Nothing says dress up much like the addition of some jewellery and this necklace by Daniel wellington doubles up as the perfect festive season gift for fashion and jewellery lovers.
Welcome the festive season with oodles of bling. Add a luxe quotient to your style with the Jimmy Choo Bon Bon bag in a sparkling champagne sandy glitter fabric, specially created for the festive season.
Aanchal Sayal Potli
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The festive season is synonymous with parties and family get together, which often means putting your most fashionable foot forward. So help your loved ones doll up with this high-on bling bag by Aanchal Sayal.
