Deepavali is one of the best times of the year to decorate the home, chow down on scrumptious delicacies, splurge on new clothes, and shower the people in our lives with gifts.
As with many of Malaysia’s beloved holidays, this Festival of Lights is highly anticipated as a time for merriment and gift giving. Gifting to family, friends, and loved ones is undoubtedly an essential part of Deepavali.
If you’ve been thinking endlessly about what gifts to purchase this time, we insist you stop doing so because we’ve got this sorted out. We’ve curated a few ideas here for unique gifts you may want to present to someone special. These gifts aren’t just pleasing to the eye – they are potent symbols and tokens of prosperity – and they will surely bring a smile to someone’s face as well.
Artwork
An intricate tapestry or painting has the ability to become an intriguing focal point of any room. With thousands of years of history and far-reaching cultural influence, authentic Indian artwork will lend any space a layer of exotic opulence and the masterpiece you choose for your loved one is bound to have a pretty significant impact on his or her space.
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It may take some searching, but you’ll certainly find something appropriate for the Festival of Lights at Suria Fine Art.
Silks
From Kanjeevaram silk to Banarasi silk to Mysore silk, silk fabrics have been triggering trade voyages to the Indian subcontinent for centuries. The exquisite material isn’t only used to tailor a range of garments, its shimmering and smooth texture makes silk an exquisite piece of décor to add to one’s home too. Silk fabrics from India can be used to make lavish-looking upholstery, curtains, table runners, and tapestries framed as wall art.
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Whole bolts of silk can be found in shops along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman and Lorong Gombak, or in stores such as the Tilak Silk Saree House.
Tableware
Wise sages say it is highly auspicious to purchase crockeries on the first day of Deepavali. Gifting a gorgeous set of tableware or piece of cookware would certainly be appropriate.
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Indian Art Villa carries the complete spectrum of tableware and spiritual complements in brass, copper, and silver.
Decorative Candle Holders
Deepavali is simply incomplete without lights, and in this day and age, we are fortunate to have a myriad of options to light up the house. High technology aside, lighting candles and earthen Diyas (oil lamps) during Deepavali creates an authentically charming ambiance. Gifting a gorgeous candle holder or an intricate lantern would speak volumes of the giver’s appreciation for the symbolism of Deepavali.
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In addition to various knick-knacks, you could find the ideal candle holder from Central Market.
Plush Pillows
A vibrantly coloured pillow is certainly a statement piece in itself. A few throw pillows are all that are needed to provide a dose of colour and an additional layer of comfort to your loved one’s living space.
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If getting your pillows custom-tailored seems like too much trouble, you could get your plush doses of colour ready-made from online retailers like Naiise.com.my
Ganesha
When it comes to the epitome of symbolism, an idol of Ganesha is perhaps the perfect gift for intimate friends and family during Deepavali. The elephant-headed deity has been represented in artwork for well over a thousand years and is perhaps the most well-known of figures in the pantheon of the region. Even a small representation of Ganesha would make for an auspicious gift and an exotic piece of décor.
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If none turn up at Central Market, try centres of spiritual healing such as Chakrayog.com
Whatever you choose to gift to your loved ones, it doesn’t matter – it’s the thought behind it that counts. Here’s to wishing you a Deepavali filled with light, joy, and prosperity.
