The best Diwali gifts for a sparkling festive season
Celebrate the festival of lights with gifts that shine bright
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Festive season is upon us. Your Halloween plans are locked in, Christmas is coming around the corner fast and sparkly, before we know it we’ll be raising a toast to New Year – but first comes Diwali. The Hindu festival of lights, Diwali (also known as Deepavali), is arguably one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India, marking the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness. It also signifies the beginning of the new year in a lot of Indian regions.
Celebrated over five days, Diwali is a truly joyous occasion – it’s a chance to spend quality time with friends and family and immerse yourself in tradition. Don your finest clothes, decorate your home with diyas (oil lamps), enjoy delicious food (home-cooked or indulged in at the best Indian restaurants), and exchange gifts for the ultimate celebration.
So whether you are off to a Diwali party or hosting one yourself, what better way to kickstart the occasion than with stunning Diwali gifts for your nearest and dearest? Traditionally presents were limited to sweets, dried fruits and gold as auspicious heartfelt tokens. But, as traditions evolve, so do gifting guidelines.
Need a little inspiration? We’ve curated an edit of beautiful gifts for Diwali 2025, many from South Asian-owned brands, so you know what you’re gifting is authentic and sure to impress.
The best Diwali gifts for her
Yam Violet one-shoulder dress
Buying for someone still deciding on her Diwali outfit? Look to online retailer Kaanjj’s beautiful dresses boasting South Asian flair. This one from Yam is a favourite for its feminine floral silhouette and glamorous asymmetric neckline. A real statement piece for the seasonal celebration.
Amrapali London mini Rajasthan bracelet
You can never go wrong with classic jewellery as a gift. Amrapali London celebrates the skillful craftsmanship of India’s artisans through this stunning rainbow-hued bracelet. Handcrafted from 18-karat gold and encrusted with a combination of colourful sapphires and sparkling diamonds, it’s a beauiful piece to wear with pride at the most special of occasions.
Misho halterneck body piece
Misho’s halterneck body piece is perfect for the woman who likes to make a statement. Designer Suhani Parekh drew inspiration from the coffee plantations of the Araku Valley in the Eastern Ghats of India for this particular collection. Handcrafted in 24 karat gold-plated bronze layered with black onyx stones, wear on its own, under a blazer, or over a crisp white shirt.
Indē Wild Luscious Locks Gift box
The ultimate self-care set for your hair, treat your girlfriends (and maybe yourself) to Indē Wild’s Luscious Locks gift box. The set contains the brand’s award-winning Champi hair oil, which combines ayurvedic actives with hydrating seed and nut oils for super nourishing and shiny results, as well as the Moonlight Scalp Serum to boost hair growth and volume.
Anatina Chaand Sitaara gold earrings
A gift as celestial as the wearer, Anatina’s Chaand Sitara earrings are crafted with a moon and star silhouette, embellished with pearls, and polished to an antique finish. Perfect for Diwali parties, this set is sure to be a versatile showstopper for the festive season ahead as well.
The best Diwali gifts for him
SMR Days Enamorados waffle shirt
SMR Days’ Enamorados shirt blends the founders’ global travels with heritage Indian craft. Handmade from a textured woven cotton with a bold navy and white stripe, it promises an effortlessly cool and laidback look. The ideal gift for someone looking for a contemporary option grounded in tradition.
Kartik Research embroidered denim jacket
This one’s for the street-style aficionados. Kartik Research’s denim jacket has been intricately hand-embroidered in India with a beaded swirling pattern and finished with a contrasting suede collar to create a uniquely tactile piece. Ideal for fashion-conscious men keen to make a statement wherever they go.
Good Earth Kesya peacock cufflinks
There’s nothing as classic as a pair of cufflinks for the gentleman in your life. Good Earth’s Kesya peacock cufflinks are hand-painted in enamel and draw on regal Rajasthani motifs. Evoking royalty, the luxurious cufflinks are sure to be the talking point of any outfit.
The best Diwali gifts for the home
Gymkhana Ultimate Gift Box
There are few better ways to herald in Diwali than with some restaurant-quality Indian cuisine at home – and we couldn’t recommend Gymkhana Fine Foods gift sets more. Crafted by the same chefs working in the acclaimed Michelin-starred Gymkhana kitchen, these sets celebrate India’s rich culinary heritage with a selection of sauces, marinades, and chutneys that are all presented in an elegant, festive green box. Our top pick is the Ultimate Gift Box which features four of Gymkhana’s signature cooking sauces – butter masala, Goan curry, rogan josh, and vindaloo – alongside two marinades (expect classic tandoori, and roasted garlic and chilli) and two artisanal chutneys (we can’t get enough of the gingery peanut and sesame). It’s never been easier to recreate that Michelin magic at home – and is bound to impress your guests.
Dishoom culinary hamper
Dishoom is undoubtedly one of the best-known Indian restaurants in London and its at-home range, including this hamper, is equally popular. A selection of treats, including the masala box, house chai, tea towel, signature incense, and Dishoom cookery book, is packed with love in a pretty blue box.
Rampur Jugalbandi No. 4 IPA Cask Whisky
Jugalbandi means ‘duet’ in Indian classical music. Indian distillery Rampur’s Jugalbandi No. 4 whisky, as the name suggests, is a perfect medley of two distinct flavour profiles. Aged in American bourbon barrels for floral and fruity notes, the whisky is finished in IPA casks for spicy malty undertones that leave a lingering taste. The perfect libation for a Diwali poker party, also check out the brand’s special Diwali Indian Spiced Manhattan for an easy bottled cocktail option.
Cutter & Squidge Diwali luxury hamper
What better way to celebrate the occasion than with a luxury foodie hamper overflowing with delicious Indian-inspired snacks and treats? From savoury nibbles, such as punchy Bombay sweet chilli Howdah crisps to sweet treats like carrot cake Halwa cookie bites, and a decadent saffron, rose and cardamom flavoured Gulab Jamun cake (plus a limited edition celebration candle), this hamper from Cutter & Squidge is everything you need for a successful Diwali get-together.
Hapusa Gin
This one makes for a great party gift. Hapusa gin is made in India and counts local ingredients, like turmeric, mango, ginger, cardamom, gondhoraj limes and almonds, among its botanicals (in addition to juniper). With tangy and peppery undertones, it is sure to make a mean negroni.
Good Earth Bagheera Oval Tray
You’re sure to wow your hosts with Good Earth’s Bagheera tray. The oval iron tray comes in a bold design and is meticulously hand-painted by miniature artists from Rajasthan. Perfect for serving drinks and nibbles, we won’t blame you if you feel like keeping this one all to yourself.
Sara Miller India archways tray
The perfect gift for those who love to host, Sara Miller’s vibrant tray will definitely draw some attention amongst drink and dinner guests. Crafted from a hardwearing exotic-printed steel featuring bright and joyful patterns and colours of India, the stylish (and practical) serving wear will add an easy dash of elegance and excitement to your home.
Anatomē x Trishna Golden Blend room diffuser
London-based apothecary anatomē and Michelin-starred Indian restaurant Trishna have joined forces to create an exclusive reed diffuser for the Diwali festivities. Blending elevated notes of cardamom, tonka bean and black pepper, the diffuser brings a beautifully spicy and special botanical scent, perfect for accompanying the celebrations at home, and making a lovely gift for your nearest and dearest.
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