The festival of lights is just around the corner and here’s your guide on gifting for the season
Diwali or the Festival of Lights, has always been about light prevailing over dark. Celebrated by over a billion people, Diwali is a mega celebration where people tend to go all out for decor, designs, fashion and food. No matter where you are, the essence of the celebration remains the same. And that’s why we’re here to help you go all out on your celebrations for the year and have rounded up some of the coolest Indian brands that you need to have on your radar.
For the fancy fashion girl in your life
Deme by Gabriella
Cool, contemporary, with lots of intricate draping, Deme by Gabriella is one such brand that needs to be on literally every girl’s list. We know for a fact it’s on ours. Gift this to the ultimate cool girl in your life to get those extra brownie points.
For the cool fashion boy in your life
Kartik Research
Functional, tailored with prints galore. Kartik Research is a masterclass on effortless cool and is a note on hand-loomed textiles. With ethically sourced materials and make, Kartik Research has also created a benchmark of sustainable fashion in the region. So if you have an ultra-cool boy in you life who’s all-too fashionable – then this is probably your next go-to shop to hit.
For the skincare/haircare lover
Ranavat
Founded by Michelle Ranavat – a first generation Indian-American entrepreneur, Ranavat is luxury Ayurvedic skin and haircare brand that calls you to return to traditional Indian therapies. Unlike your regular mass-produced brands, Ranavat spends spends a maximum of 10 days brewing their formulations in India by local artisans. And that’s all the more reason for you to head to your nearest Sephora or their official website to get your person a holistic product with visible effects.
For the interior design lover in your life
Jaipur Rugs ME
Okay let’s be real when is comes to design – India quite literally carries a centuries long rich tapestry that weaves designs intricately with the culture of the region. One such brand that perfectly encapsulated this rich and stories past is Jaipur Rugs located in Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz. The interiors of the store itself stands as a true testament to design inspiration. And within it are pieces that are guaranteed to tie up your entire space together.
VRSA x Sabyasachi
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Okay, we all know Sabyasachi right? The designer known for his bridal lehengas and dressing a plethora of Bollywood starlings for their weddings as well. He has the most spectacular collaboration with an Indian wallpaper brand VRSA that dives deep into Indian prints and embraces the maximalism culture of India. VRSA is a premiere luxury brand that solely handles, produces, and globally ships the Sabyasachi Art Foundation Wallcoverings online. But it’s not just the intricate patterned wallpapers that they sell. They have a great selection of Sabyasachi Mughal-inspired tableware as well – and how cool is that?
And best believe, this one is already on our list of future buys. So Diwali gifting is just got a whole lot more vibrant and aesthetic, than your usual purchases.
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For the Desi person in your life
Anita Dongre
Globally recognised Indian designer – Anita Dongre launched her namesake label in 1995 with humble beginnings and soon grew to being the brand that is known and loved. Her designs are heavily inspired by her summers in Jaipur – a city that embodies vibrancy in design, colours and large archways and doors that you’ve probably come across on Pinterest. Her ensembles have been also donned on by the likes of Kate Middleton and Beyonce. Everyone deserves a little Desi-ness in their lives and what better than gifting them a Banarasi silk set from Anita Dongre this Diwali.
For the jewellery connoisseur in your life
Pavit Gujral
If bold statement pieces is your thing then Pavit Gujral is needs to be on your list of Indian jewellery brands to try out. Unlike traditional Indian jewellery pieces (which are statement pieces on their own) Pavit Gujral leans more towards modern, contemporary designs. Hailed as the ‘popstar of high jewellery’, her designs bring a sense of whimsy and high architecture. So if you’re looking to gift jewellery this Diwali, then let Pavit Gujral be on your list.
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