Your last minute homegrown Diwali gifting guide
Still waiting for the perfect gift inspiration to strike you? We've got you covered.
Diwali is almost here but there are still those of us who are waiting for gifting inspiration to strike. Whether you're looking to gift your host with the most or someone who has everything, these thoughtful gift ideas are sure to delight them. From luxe decor pieces and throw blankets to artful home appliances and keepsakes, here are Bazaar India's picks for the best homegrown Diwali gifts, sure to light up the lives of your friends and family. And there's something for everyone in here.
Claymen Studios Face Drops
If you want to make sure your gift is not recycled, these sculptures from Claymen Studios—as playful as they are pretty—should be your go-to. We love a good decor brand that doesn't take itself too seriously, and one which is as fun as Claymen with its table accents and vases, is golden.
Bhavya Ramesh Parda Sunglasses
Welcome your loved ones to the cool kids' club with these bold sunglasses from Bhavya Ramesh that are all the rage right now. They are guaranteed to upgrade any outfit and be appropriate to wear anywhere. Wedding? Check. Music festival? Check. Morning after you've had a rough night? Check.
No. 3 Clive Road Tea Hampers Diwali Teatime Spark and Strainer
For the season, the good folks at No. 3 Clive Road have curated a gift box with their special Diwali tea blend, their Vanam candle with notes of juniper berries, black rose, and frankincense, and an antique tea strainer. Season's greetings will never be fresher than with this beautiful gift.
Taroob Pashmina Shawls
What better gift than the gift of warmth? Taroob's pashmina shawl sets are the perfect gifts for your dear ones. The soft, warm shawls feel like actual hugs. And there are few gift boxes that are as versatile and work for as many people as this one.
Seva Home x Bobo Calcutta
This candle and diffuser gift set is a limited edition collaboration between the home fragrance brand Seva Home and Bobo Calcutta. With basenotes of patchouli, oud, and cypress, and topnotes of citrus, this gift is going to keep giving for days to come.
Nicobar and Kama Ayurveda Radiant Ritual Gift Set
Our two favourite homegrown brands have come together in a collaboration that was waiting to happen. Featuring a marigold incense holder, a rose and jasmine face cleanser, a perfecting day cream, a brightening night cream, and a face scrub, this gift set is wellness in a box.
The Itihaas Company Ictura Punjab Velvet Fringe Throw
Add a touch of elegance with this artful velvet throw from The Itihaas Company. Best suited for traditional Indian homes, the throw will effortlessly elevate a couch or be the perfect accompaniment to a favourite armchair. The printed velvet, with its rich, artistic colouring, is sure to impress even those who have the perfect home already.
Lead image: No. 3 Clive Road and The Itihaas Company