Struggling to find a Raksha Bandhan gift for your brother? Consider these options
Here’s a ultimate guide to help you pick the perfect gift.
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Finding the perfect gift for your brother is not an easy task
Gone are the days when only brothers would present their sisters something special on Raksha Bandhan. It is now a two-way street. Yay for all the sisters!
While brothers, for years, have had a hard time finding a gift for their sisters, the same struggle seems to dawn on the receivers, as well. Because let’s admit it, finding a gift for a brother is no easy task. Now with just two days left for the festival, and no no scope to waste any time, here’s a gifting guide to help you pick the perfect gift.
<p>Allow your brother to suit up this Raksha Bandha </p><p><em>(Image: Myntra)</em><br></p> An outfit says a lot about an individual. So this Raksha Bandhan, gift your brother something that will make him stand out in any room. And if your brother is a Sachin Tendulkar fan, pick a shirt, blazer or suit from the master blaster’s True Blue Indian label as the perfect gift.
Price for shirts: Rs 1,900 onwards
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Price for blazers: Rs 4,900 onwards Price for suits: Rs 9,999 onwards
Chocolates Or Jewellery? Find The Perfect Raksha Bandhan Gift For Your Sister
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With Raksha Bandhan just around the corner (August 26), one of the biggest anxieties for every brother is finding the perfect gift.
Because let’s admit it, picking the ideal gift for a sister is a Herculean task, thanks to the wide range of options available. From a box of chocolates to an elegant piece of jewellery, trying to figure out what she will love best is not easy.
To help make your task simpler, here's a gifting guide that is sure to win her over.
With Raksha Bandhan just around the corner (August 26), one of the biggest anxieties for every brother is finding the perfect gift.
Because let’s admit it, picking the ideal gift for a sister is..
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There's nothing more girls, most of them, love more than a luxe skincare regime. So trust us, your sister is going to hug you tight when she sees this grooming set . A beautifully packed Body Shop hamper with body lotions, shower gels, creams, fragrances and face masks is sure to win your sister’s heart.
There's nothing more girls, most of them, love more than a luxe skincare regime. So trust us, your sister is going to hug you tight when she sees this grooming set . A beautifully packed Body Shop ..
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Two things most girls are very cautious about are skin and hair. So why not get them something that which will cater to both the needs.
Kama Ayurveda’s ‘The Essential’s Box’ packages bath and body essentials. Hair cleansers, moisturisers, conditioners and soaps - it's been handpicked by the experts, so you know you won't go wrong.
Price: Rs 2500 (approx)
(Image: Kama Ayurveda)
Two things most girls are very cautious about are skin and hair. So why not get them something that which will cater to both the needs.
Kama Ayurveda’s ‘The Essential’s Box’ packages bath and bo..
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You can never go wrong with perfumes. And a girl can never have to many perfumes in her closet. Getting your sister a good cologne for Raksha Bandhan is a foolproof idea.
French Fragrances from Titan, priced from Rs 1395 onwards, can be an excellent pick.
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You can never go wrong with perfumes. And a girl can never have to many perfumes in her closet. Getting your sister a good cologne for Raksha Bandhan is a foolproof idea.
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If you've seen your sister collecting necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings, the ideal gift for her would be accessories to add to her collection. Ayesha Accessories offers a range of elegant and chic jewellery pieces that are sure to make a statement.
Price: Rs 209 onwards
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If you've seen your sister collecting necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings, the ideal gift for her would be accessories to add to her collection. Ayesha Accessories offers a range of elegant an..
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For the sister who loves pretty little things, look for something out of the box for her room. A 'Dress Up' tabletop key holder, or a mirror and drawer set for her dresser, can be an interesting options. Decor Kart offers a range of elegant pieces that she's sure to love.
Price: Rs 650- 4200
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For the sister who loves pretty little things, look for something out of the box for her room. A 'Dress Up' tabletop key holder, or a mirror and drawer set for her dresser, can be an interesting o..
Give your brother a cool Fastrack (L) and a class Titan (R) watch(Image: Myntra) Be it a suited look or a casual outfit, a wristwatch is a must to complete any look. And, if your brother is in his teens, you can gift him a cool, funky watch.
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3. For The Tech-Savvy Brother
Microsoft Surface (L) and Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (R) could be a good gift for a tech-freak brother
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For the brother who loves all things tech, there cannot be a better gift than a cool, new gadget. And as this is the season of tech-launches, why don’t you go ahead and buy him something to show off to his friends. The swanky, new Microsoft Surface Pro laptop or the recently-launched Galaxy Note 9 make for envious gifts.
And if you can wait a day or two to give a belated present, Xiaomi’s Poco F1 will cater to his love for clicking pictures or his fondness for online gaming. Poco F1, hits the shelves You might just end up becoming his favourite go-to sister.
4. Best Foot Forward
Formal and informal footwear from Vans could make for a good present(Image: Myntra) Formal, casual, or sports, men love shoes. Consider gifting your brother a cool pair of Vans. Not too heavy on the pocket, they are a great gifting option.
Price: Rs. 1500 onwards
Happy Raksha Bandhan!
Raksha Bandhan 2017: A Family Affair for Bollywood
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There is no festival that Bollywood doesn't celebrate with equal zeal and passion. Be it Diwali, Eid or Raksha Bandhan!
While Bollywood has had many movies celebrating this bond, our stars go all out on this occasion to flaunt their love for each other.
Saif Ali Khan has two sisters, Soha Ali Khan (left) and Saba Ali Khan. While Saif and Soha are both actors and enjoy the limelight, the other Khan sibling, Saba, is a jewellery designer. The siblings often take holidays together and post animated pictures on social media.
In Pic: Soha Ali Khan is seen tying Rakhi to brother Saif Ali Khan.
(Image: Instagram/SohaAliKhan)
There is no festival that Bollywood doesn't celebrate with equal zeal and passion. Be it Diwali, Eid or Raksha Bandhan!
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The three Kapoors definitely make for a good-looking picture. From left, Ranbir, Karishma and Kareena seen living it up. While Ranbir and Kareena continue to enthrall audiences with their cinematic performances, it is older sibling Karishma who paved the way for filmdom for the younger siblings.
(Image: Instagram/therealkarishmakapoor)
The three Kapoors definitely make for a good-looking picture. From left, Ranbir, Karishma and Kareena seen living it up. While Ranbir and Kareena continue to enthrall audiences with their cinematic p..
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On this Raksha Bandhan, Abhishek Bachchan wished sister Shweta Bachchan Nanda in the most adorable way possible. "I'm pretty sure she still thinks I'm that same size and age.... But am also sure that she will always be there for me, as I will for her. #happyrakhi Shwetdi. Love you. P.S. I have 3 other sisters who do the same, but they will kill me if I post childhood photos of them. Actually, now that I think of it my sister is going to have the same reaction!! Remember girls it's RAKSHAbandhan, he wrote.
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On this Raksha Bandhan, Abhishek Bachchan wished sister Shweta Bachchan Nanda in the most adorable way possible. "I'm pretty sure she still thinks I'm that same size and age.... But am also sure that..
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Despite belonging to a famous family, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni chose to stay away from the arclights. She is a successful jewellery designer and is married to industrialist Bharat Sahni. She loves her younger brother to the pits and more often than not posts about Ranbir's upcoming movies on social media. Ranbir has said in most interviews that Riddhima has always been a big support for him and he absolutely dotes on his niece.
(Image: Instagram/riddhimakapoorsahni)
Despite belonging to a famous family, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni chose to stay away from the arclights. She is a successful jewellery designer and is married to industrialist Bharat Sahni. She loves her y..
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Harshvardhan Kapoor, the youngest son of Anil Kapoor, is said to be close to his sister Rhea than to his elder sibling Sonam. While the 25-year-old actor has the names of both his sisters tattooed on his back, he says, his rapport with Rhea is better than with Sonam, The reason being Sonam is like an elder sister, while Rhea is a friend who is critical and honest about his work.
In Pic: Rhea Kapoor (left), Harshvardhan Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor (right).
(Image: Instagram/sonamkapoor)
Harshvardhan Kapoor, the youngest son of Anil Kapoor, is said to be close to his sister Rhea than to his elder sibling Sonam. While the 25-year-old actor has the names of both his sisters tattooed on..
