6 Gifts To Make Your Brother/Sister Happy This Raksha Bandhan

Be it fighting over the television remote or grabbing the last pizza slice, brothers and sisters can be irritating and annoying. They can be stubborn, messy, and maybe a threat to your position of being the most loved child of the family, but rest assured, they are also the ones who would be there for you round the clock.

Let’s Share The Warmth

From hangover headaches to late-night parties, from enjoying dainty dates to fighting with the college senior, they are, undeniably, the fall-back mechanism and always stand with you to in your moments of lows and highs. And so, isn’t it fair to give them a little appreciation (not much though) for what they do.

Raksha Bandhan is celebrated in many different parts of the world as a festival to strengthen the bond between your brothers and sister. As a custom in India, on this day a sister ties a rakhi on the wrist of her brother and thereafter, well, asks for gifts from each other. And this year, this perfect moment to make your brother/sister feel special is on the 3^rd of August.

Make Your Brothers And Sisters Feel Special

So now that you know what it is all about, have you bought the gift -jewelry or bags, books or cosmetics, stationery, or accessories… Gosh! We are definitely spoilt for choices. But fret not these 6 awesome Rakhi gifts will make your work pretty simple.

1. Chocolates

Chocolates – A Sinful Indulgence

“Chocolate is happiness that you can eat.” – Ursula Kohaupt

KitKat or Cadbury, dark or white, or be it any other variant, there are seldom people in this world who don’t fall for chocolates. They are one-of-its-kind gifts that can never misfire. Not only this, be it fighting with your brother for the last gems or stealing your sister’s munch, chocolate is more than just a lifeless entity; it is an experience. It is something that takes us down the memory lane and helps us rewind for a while. And that is, all the more why, a box of chocolates is one of the best gifts you can give your brother/sister.

2. Clothes 

Twining Fun

Remember being forced to wear your elder sister’s sweater as it overgrew them? Remember how you flattered your brother to lend you his favorite shirt for a party? Clothes have always been a part of our journey of discovering ourselves. From corporate get-togethers to crazy night-outs, annoying your brother or sister to choose for you the perfect dress, definitely forms a major part of the preparatory routine. And so, to let your sibling develop a good taste of dressing (which you know they wouldn’t ever), gift them a pair of shoes, a nice ethnic kurta, a cozy hoodie or whatever, you know, they stealthily steal from your wardrobe to look better(even though they can’t).

3. Gadgets And Accessories

A Little Pampering Does Not Harm

Who doesn’t like being surrounded by technology these days? From the funky earphone to the best of the smartwatches, there are tons of new gadgets and associated accessories which are launched daily. And so, this Raksha Bandhan, there can’t be a better gift to surprise your sibling with than giving him/her some new gadgetry (at least to ensure they stop irritating you for some time).

4. Personalized Gifts

Add Your Special Touch To The Gifts

Memories are one’s own literature, and what better way to relive these amazing memories than through the photographs taken. Everyone has a part of their childhood captured in the pictures shot back then. From wearing frilled clothes to imitating the retro style icons, the photo album is a reminiscence of the days of innocence, simplicity, and that of being yourself. So, be it a colorful collage or a creative photo frame, be it a beautiful printed mug or a personalized wall hanging, gift your sibling a part of their existence and remind them that they weren’t any less annoying even earlier.

5. Plants

Let’s Take A Step To Deepen The Bond Of Sibling-hood

Remember the days when you planted a sapling, watered it every day, and eagerly waited for it to grow? Be it a mango tree planted in your garden or a cherry blossom sapling, It is always a pleasurable experience to see something grow with you. Not only this, for many, it also becomes a part of themselves and gradually their go-to friend when sadness or untimely mood swings take over. Besides, most writers to have beautifully penned their amazing experiences and reflected upon their importance in life.

And so, to make this Rakshan Bandhan even more special, we suggest you to gift your brother/sister a plant, a bonsai or a sapling, reminding them as to how important and special they are to you (and also, how you should be given the credit to take care of them when they were picked up from the garbage and dumped here).

6. Gift Vouchers

For Once, It Is Good To Spoil Them For Choices

In the hustle-bustle of daily life, many a time, we forget to connect well with our siblings and thus, know their preferences. Do they like a strong deodorant or a green dress, do they like silvery jewelry or a non-fiction book, there are many occasions wherein we aren’t sure about what to give and what not. And so, in the era of digital gifts, it is a brilliant idea to play safe and gift your sibling a voucher, coupon, or a gift card so that they can buy what they want ( and thank you later too).

Make your own Rakhi at home