As the Festival of Lights approaches, there’s no better time to celebrate connection, generosity, and joy. Whether you’re heading out to gatherings, sharing sweets with loved ones, or simply enjoying a little self-care, thoughtful gifting makes the season shine brighter.
From artisan chocolates and eco-conscious treats to mindful experiences that bring people together, these gifts honour the true spirit of Diwali – light, love, and meaningful giving.
Elevated Gifts with MyGovindas
Known for its sattvic, plant-based philosophy, MyGovindas brings mindfulness to Diwali gifts. From golden laddoos infused with kesar to zero-sugar sweets, artisanal nuts, and natural candles, each item is made with clean, quality ingredients and minimal processing. The brand’s beautifully presented hampers, including the Divine Delight, Gifting Happiness, and Diwali Premium collections, reflect a more conscious approach to the celebration.
Etika Jewels, Marquise Rainbow Huggies
For a spark of colour this Diwali, Etika Jewels’ Marquise Rainbow Huggies are a bold and thoughtful gift. These earrings are crafted in 18-karat solid gold (approx. 2.7 gr) and set with lab-grown gemstones – meaning less environmental impact than traditional mining – in a seamless rainbow arrangement. At AED 2,500, they come with a certificate of authenticity and are made for everyday wear. Lab-grown gemstones and precious metal craftsmanship makes it a gift that mixes sparkle with sustainability.
Adore Sand’s Terra Home Essence, A Fragrant Gift of Calm
For a gift that gives ambience and sustainability, Adore Sand offers their Terra Home Essence, a diffuser-style piece made with volcanic lava stones, a hand-hammered iron vessel, and beautiful alcohol-free aroma oils (we love MOON 7). The porous lava stones slowly release fragrance over time, eliminating the need for electric diffusers or synthetic sprays. At AED 350, it’s a lasting, low-waste way to infuse space with scent and a thoughtful alternative to conventional Diwali gifts.
Kamat Diwali Specials
This Diwali, Kamat, the UAE’s well-known vegetarian restaurant brand, is marking the festive season with a selection of handcrafted Indian sweets and truffle boxes available at its new Palm Jumeirah branch in Golden Mile Galleria. Alongside these gift options, guests can enjoy a wide vegetarian menu of over 360 dishes from across India, from Jaipuri Khichdi and Bisi Bele Bhath to Chatpata Kebabs, all made with the fresh, guilt-free flavours the restaurant is known for.
So Soul Good, Light with Purpose
If you want a gift that glows in more ways than one, So Soul Good offers handcrafted, small-batch candles with a sustainable edge. Their range includes ceramic, glass, wooden, and coconut bowl styles, made with non-toxic fragrances, vegan and cruelty-free materials, and a focus on clean burning. Beautiful and ethical, these eco-conscious candles make excellent Diwali gifts that balance ambience with intention. We love the Dreamboat candle, hand-poured to evoke calm and reflection, and at AED 65, it offers an accessible way to bring sustainable luxury into Diwali gifting.
Bateel Diwali Gift Boxes
Luxury and tradition come together in Bateel’s Diwali Gift Boxes, where organic dates take centre stage. Sourced from the brand’s own farms in Al Ghat, Saudi Arabia, Bateel oversees every step from cultivation to packaging. Beautifully presented in reusable keepsake chests and boxes, each selection combines natural sweetness with local craftsmanship. From filled dates with pistachio and orange peel to decadent date truffles, Bateel’s offering is a thoughtful, lower-impact alternative to conventional sweets, perfect for gifting with purpose this festive season.
Sustainable Diwali with dubizzle
This Diwali, consider celebrating with a lighter footprint by giving pre-loved a place at the table. Through platforms like dubizzle, residents can find beautifully preserved décor, furniture, and festive accessories that tell a story while keeping perfectly good items in circulation. Choosing second-hand treasures over brand-new buys not only supports the circular economy but also gives your gifting and celebrations a more meaningful, sustainable edge.
HeartiGrub Diwali Gift Basket
For a healthier take on festivities, HeartiGrub’s Diwali Gift Basket offers a vegan, refined-sugar-free twist on traditional treats. Thoughtfully made in Dubai, each hamper includes handcrafted nut butters, bliss balls, spiced nuts, and superfood blends, all free from preservatives and artificial ingredients. Beautifully packaged and full of flavour, it’s a guilt-free way to celebrate the season while supporting a local, women-led business that champions sustainable, small-batch production.
Diwali Hampers That Impress
For those who believe the way to the heart is through the taste buds, Paprika and Mister Baker have your festive gifting sorted. Paprika’s gourmet hampers, starting from AED 75, include brownies, cheesecakes, nutty biscotti, savoury bites, and layers of luxe chocolates for insta-worthy celebrations. Meanwhile, long-time favourite Mister Baker serves up hampers and its show-stopping Rangoli Cake. Whether you’re gifting friends, family, or yourself, these edible delights are guaranteed to sweeten the season.
Forest Essentials — Ayurvedic Gifting Made Thoughtful
Known for combining Ayurvedic recipes with modern craftsmanship, Forest Essentials is a go-to for conscious beauty and wellness. Each product is made in India with natural, ethically sourced ingredients and recyclable packaging. This Diwali, their curated gift boxes feature everyday essentials like body polishes, oils, and creams infused with traditional scents such as sandalwood, rose, and jasmine. Available at the Forest Essentials store in Dubai Hills Mall, they make an easy, elegant choice for sustainable gifting.
