Diwali is a special time of year for many South Asians. While Singapore's current restrictions will not allow for group gatherings and celebrations for Diwali, one thing is certain - we all are, nonetheless, looking for ways to make the Festival of Lights special for our family and friends. I've had the distinct pleasure of being able to try products and services by many South Asian entrepreneurs by virtue of being in the social media space, and am so grateful for that. As a way to support them, I thought it would be a good idea to put together a Diwali gift guide specific for Singapore-based brands and businesses creating festive gift boxes and hampers!
I have personally tried and tested over 95% of the products/services relating to the festive season in the list below. If I have missed any, please do let me know and I'd love to add to this list.
Fun fact: Almost all of the tags below are women-led businesses and I love the idea of supporting them further!
Be it natural essential oils and remedies, eco-friendly stationery, handcrafted candles, blockprinted table linen, and other pieces to add a beautiful touch to your home - I've enjoyed them all
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GIFTS FOR KIDS
Indigrow Kids - Festive bundle consisting of books, puzzles, and games related to India)
Book Bear - Diwali bundle of books related to the Ramayan and the Festival of Lights)
ETHNIC WEAR AND ACCESSORIES
FOOD
Think chocolates, mithais (some even vegan), kulfi, and other mouthwatering delights tailored for the festive season and packaged beautifully for gifting!
Healthyish and Happy - Cardamom rose laddoos made with all the good stuff (nuts, dates, spices!)
Amrta Chocolates - Delicious artisanal chocolates in festive flavors and shapesIndian Spice Box - Organic indian spice boxes in beautiful packaging
The Nut Bite - Customizable box with a variety of nuts in different flavorings; includes candles/diffusers
Her Rise Above - Variety of gifting hampers put together by a business essentials program for women
Bombay Kulfi - Assorted kulfi flavors (paan, mango, gulkand, you name it!)
From the Pan - Mithai box
Nourish - Vegan mithai box
The Nut Bite - Customizable box with a variety of nuts in different flavorings; includes candles/diffusers
Her Rise Above - Variety of gifting hampers put together by a business essentials program for women
Bombay Kulfi - Assorted kulfi flavors (paan, mango, gulkand, you name it!)
From the Pan - Mithai box
Nourish - Vegan mithai box
Indulge by Ekta - Diwali cookies
Save A Gram - Colunteer run, social enterprise that promotes organic grains, spices, and tea
BEAUTY/WELLNESS
Highly recomend these organic, natural skincare brands that don't break the bank
GIFTS FOR KIDS
My recomendations for books and crafts to bring to life the magic of this season with kids
T4 Tales - "Kahani Purani", a storybook of the Ramayan for kids, in different languages)Indigrow Kids - Festive bundle consisting of books, puzzles, and games related to India)
Book Bear - Diwali bundle of books related to the Ramayan and the Festival of Lights)
Nimbu Kids - Adorable ethnic wear for the little ones with a fashion sustainability ethos)
Lime and Lemon Kidswear - Ethical brand for kids clothing, including ethnic wear)
ETHNIC WEAR AND ACCESSORIES
There are tons of ethnic fashion and jewellry brands and I can't possibly list them all. But here are some local brands across different price ranges that will get you sorted for the festive season!