How to Celebrate Rakhi
The clock struck 8 o’clock. She woke up with numerous thoughts in mind. She quickly bid her laziness and sleep farewell and prepared herself for the day. How could she not adorn the house with trinket decorations and cook his favorite dish? She picked her neatly folded dress, removed the newspaper that lay in between the layers and put on her one and only perfume.
You must be
thinking who we are referring about here. Well, we are referring to a
relationship that witnesses the most love, sacrifice and commitment
between two people. We are talking about a Sister-Brother relationship.
It is one of the most pure, sincere, and heartfelt bond that two people
share. But why are we talking about Brothers and Sisters and their sweet
bond? |
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Fashionista or Fashion Faux-Pas? What to wear, what not to wear? Whether it is a brother or a sister, dressing up for this occasion is a must. While men may choose a typical Kurta-Pyjama for the day, women either choose a pseudo saree or a lehenga-choli or a subtle Kurti with tights. The traditional attires brings in a feeling of togetherness and instills a certain cultural connect in the aura. Wearing a jeans or t-shirt might not be the best of ideas but then again, it is subjective. High-heels or Flats? Well, once you’ve decided what to wear, now comes the time to match your accessories to your outfit. While for men it is always shoes or a pair of flip-flops to go with, women have a list of footwear to choose from. You could either rock your look with a pair of flat kolhapuris or a pair of sleek stellatos. Make sure your footwear is comfortable and does not leave shoe bites. |
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Rakhi Thread: A capacious range of Rakhi threads start to pour in well in advanced of the festival. One can see plain Rakhis, Thread Rakhis, Cartoon Rakhis, Gods or Goddesses Idols Rakhi, Designer Rakhi, Diamond Rakhi, Pearl Rakhi, and many others. Rakhis can be bought online too. With a variety of Rakhis to choose from, pick an ideal one for your brother according to his age, choice, and preference. Once you decide what you wish to send, just add the item to your cart and you are good to go. |
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A Rakhi Thali: Rakhi thalis are a combination of perfection and art. Creative ideas on how to adorn your Rakhi thalis can be adapted and a beautiful, wholesome and elegant thali can be made. This thali would typically have of course a Rakhi thread. Along with it, some rice, kumkum, a small diya, a small Ganesha idol (It is believed that placing a Ganesha idol at any auspicious location or festival brings in good vibes and luck), and a “Swastik” type drawing. This thali becomes the center of attraction for without it, the festival is not as charming. Don’t forget to keep a piece or two of that sweet you’ve picked up with such enthusiasm. |
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Rakhi Gifts for Brother: Rakhi gifts for brothers are a tedious task. They must be prioritized first and thus, need the most research and exploration. These gifts are not necessarily expensive or fancy; they can vary from a small chocolate hamper to a lavish painting. It all depends on your budget because the thought matters rather than the size of your gift. Rakhi hampers in this case acts as a boon for they have the essentials as well as can be customized, based on your requirement, budget, and taste. They are highly convenient and are easily available for every budget. Return Gifts for Sisters: In earlier times, brothers would reciprocate the gesture of tying a Rakhi with a promise to protect and safeguard their sisters. As times changed, a trend to buy for a sister started. Thus, buying for a sister got one of the tricky things for a brother. Brothers can choose from a capacious variety of options and pick an ideal gift for their sisters. You can choose from clothes to jewellery or simply a card. |
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Mouth-Watering Indian Mithai: Have you ever seen a festival without Indian sweets? If yes, then maybe you need to try Ladoos and if no, then you are well aware of what’s next. Just as people cannot imagine Canada without Ice, we cannot imagine something delicious and rich as a sweet on Raksha Bandhan. Whether it is Barfee or Ladoos or Chocolate, a small portion is all you need to add the perfect note of happiness to this already joyous occasion. |
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Home Décor: Do you like scented candles or air mists to create the perfect ambience for your home? Making your home warm and positive is all that matters, more so on an occasion like Raksha Bandhan. You would want to dust each and every nook and corner of your home, spread out fresh sheets on the beds, clean your kitchen and adorn your shelves with showpieces. Take care that you have the perfect lighting that sets the mood and create an impact on your guests. You can also make a small Rangoli outside your house or spread out some fresh flowers on the floor. Once you are done with adjusting and settings put on some peppy songs and rejoice with your family for today is the day to celebrate love, care, relationships, and Family! |
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Culinary Delights: As we mentioned earlier, certain traditions say that sisters do not eat until the Rakhi ceremony is over. Thus, you could arrange for some of your favorite dishes to relish. Once the ceremony is over, everyone can sit on a table, enjoy the food and make memories for a lifetime. As they say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, same goes for women. Even more so if those dishes are picked up by the most important men in their lives. |
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Money Pockets or Envelopes: While money is exchanged in this festival, one wouldn’t like giving it without proper covering. Thus, you can choose from assortment of envelopes for your beloved sister. She deserves all the care and love for Rakhi. It doesn’t matter whether it is a plain white colored envelop or a fancy one. What matters is that you choose the particular pocket for her and locked your promise into safety. |
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Camera: What good would it be if all your good looks weren’t captured? It is a day to make memories that you would cherish for a lifetime. Thus, keep the love in your photographs and keep a camera handy. Your camera can be your phone or a professional DSLR, depending upon the availability or feasibility of resources. If not, the trusty camera phone will have to do! |
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Thus, with all that we could think of, to celebrate Raksha Bandhan, we also encourage brotherhood, tolerance and peace, not only towards your own but otherwise
too. The world is full of hate and it needs a small gesture of kindness. So, go out, see if you can bring happiness to even one individual on this day. That is when you shall truly live the happy experience of this day. Need not be only
materialistic gifts, but, spending time with those who don’t have anyone also proves to be peaceful and satisfying.
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Gujarat Gifts helps you create memories to last a lifetime, and beyond with the services to Send Rakhi to India. We make all Rakhi essentials available to you online. If you happen to live far away from your Brother or Sister, or are not able to make it in person, on 15th August, feel free to send Rakhi Gifts Online and follow it up with the obligatory video call on your favourite app! |
Last Updated: 10th July 2019
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