7 best Diwali gift ideas for the picky person in your life

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. A post shared by Deme by Gabriella (@deme_love_) 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. A post shared by Kartik Research (@kartikresearch) 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. 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. A post shared by جيبور راجز (@jaipurrugsme) 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.