Diwali Gift Guide: Thoughtful Presents For The Festival Of Light

Falling on November 8 this year, Diwali is a time for celebration, connection and thoughtful gifting. Whether you are choosing something for family or friends, we have rounded up nine gifts to suit every taste. By Anjana Gosai

Fortnum & Mason The Diwali Gift Box

Ideal for sharing, this hamper features six tea-time treats, from Ceylon orange pekoe loose-leaf tea and Medjool dates to salted caramel Florentines, cocoa-dusted dark chocolate almonds and pistachio and clotted cream biscuits. It also includes a pomegranate and rose votive candle, making it an ideal option for a Diwali gathering.

£90, Fortnum and Mason

Rani & Co. Goddess Lakshmi Gold Necklace

Inspired by Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, prosperity and good fortune, this 18K gold-plated necklace looks just as good worn alone or layered with other pieces. It’s part of Rani & Co.’s Goddess Collection, which celebrates feminine power through deities including Durga, Kali and Saraswati. “This necklace says: you’re allowed to want more, and you’re worthy of it,” explains founder Ramona Gohil.

£129, Rani & Co

Gymkhana Fine Foods The Ultimate Gift Box

Know someone who loves cooking Indian food? They will appreciate this box of signature flavours from two-Michelin-starred Gymkhana. With four sauces, including Butter Masala and Rogan Josh, plus two marinades and a pair of chutneys, it has everything they need to recreate some of the restaurant’s signature flavours at home.

£60, Gymkhana Fine Foods

Kama Ayurveda Urjasara Moisturising and Strength-Restoring Ritual Set

A lovely gift for the skincare enthusiast, this Ayurvedic ritual set includes a nourishing facial oil, cream and mask, all suitable for every skin type. Formulated with ingredients such as beautyberry, Indian frankincense and sal tree, the products are designed to soothe and repair the skin, making this a thoughtful choice for those who prefer plant-based skincare.

£42, Kama Ayurveda

Cutter & Squidge Pistachio & Strawberry Rasmalai Cake

This showstopper from London bakery Cutter & Squidge is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The cake features a soft, egg-free vanilla sponge smothered in pistachio and cardamom buttercream and filled with tart strawberry jam. It’s a clever way to blend nostalgic, familiar flavours with a modern twist – and ideal if you’re looking for an alternative to mithai for the dinner party host.

£49.99, Cutter and Squidge

Wild Chai Tea Gift

For the chai lover, this set features three distinctive blends. Monsoon Hills is a deeply spiced black tea with cardamom, ginger, tulsi and ashwagandha, while Ruby Fort combines hibiscus and lemongrass for a lighter infusion. Our favourite is Turmeric Shakti, a warming blend with ginger and moringa that’s perfect for the colder months ahead.

£24.99, Selfridges

D.S. & Durga Rama Won’t You Please Come Home Candle

This candle takes its name and inspiration from the forest where Rama and Sita spent their exile. Lush sandalwood and teak are layered with rich notes of gardenia and tuberose, creating an evocative scent to enjoy during Diwali and beyond. A stylish addition to the festive celebrations, it brings a warm, fragrant touch to the home.

£60, D.S. & Durga

Hotel Chocolat Diwali Milk Devotee Chocolate Box 18-Piece

No Diwali visit is complete without something sweet in hand. This box contains 18 milk and caramel chocolates, from caramel batons to fudge sundae, featuring ingredients such as nuts, biscuit crunch and Guérande sea salt. It comes in a Diwali gift sleeve with space for a written message.

£24, Hotel Chocolat

Their Nibs Pink Gold Peacock Feather Satin Pyjamas

Pyjamas make a lovely gift, and this satin set features a peacock feather print in warm blush and gold tones inspired by India’s national bird. The silky fabric makes them ideal for unwinding after the celebrations. Also available in a shorts version.

£46, Their Nibs