Diwali Wishes: Decorative Gift Ideas

Modern day Diwali celebrations are a blend of contemporary lifestyle and traditional rituals. As the Diwali holidays approach everyone gets busy decorating their homes, offices, shops and workplaces. A big clean-up effort takes place and every corner of the city is lit with lights and the sound of firecrackers resonates in the air. Diwali wishes are exchanged with near and dear ones.

It has been a long-standing tradition to exchange gifts and sweets on Diwali. There are an unlimited number of Diwali gift ideas available in the market, which makes choosing the perfect gift easier. Decorative gifts are very popular during this festive season and you can chose from trendy or traditional or a mix of both. Here are some popular decorative Diwali gift ideas:

Torans or wall hangings:

Torans are generally handmade and are embellished with beautiful stones, glasses, images, beads and colourful thread embroidery. They are used at the main door and at the entrance of rooms. Both long and short torans are available in a variety of colors such as red, yellow, green, blue and golden.

Decorative lamps:

Made from paper, clay, brass, glass, wood, fiber and even silicone, decorative lamps light up the room in a festive theme instantly. Beautiful colors, and patterns add a completely new look to your house. They make the perfect accompaniment to Diwali decorations and make for long lasting gifts.

Exclusive candles

Candles are much more than something you use when there is no electricity. Aromatic candles create a calm and soothing atmosphere in the room and relax your mind. With so many designs and sizes available, they make a perfect gift for your loved ones.

Diyas

The significance of diyas on Diwali dates back to 2700BC. These days diyas are more ornate and are used for decorative purposes rather than illuminations. Beautiful diyas decorated with paints, glasses, sequins, beads etc. have become an integral part of Diwali celebrations. They are used to decorate the homes and the workplace.

Conveying Diwali wishes with some of these decorative gift items is an easy way to lift somebody’s festive spirit.