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Celebrate Diwali With These 10 Colorful Treasures
From a perfect blend of chai to a saffron-infused facial serum, these fabulous finds will help brighten up this year’s festival of lights.
Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains each fall with vibrant oil lamps, colorful rangoli patterns, and exorbitant amounts of mithai, the sweeping assortment of sweet Indian treats. Considered the most important holiday in India, Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. Kick off this year’s Diwali on October 24 with these treats, décor, and more.
A good cup of chai always contains a well-proportioned blend of spices. With ingredients sourced from 40 family farms throughout India and Sri Lanka, this rendition from Diaspora Co. delivers authentic flavor utilizing complementary amounts of cardamom, ginger, fennel, cinnamon, and cloves.
Bili Beauty’s 10-hue palette provides the bold pigmentation and bright colors that are essential for creating an iconic Diwali eye look. The assortment of mattes and shimmers in a range of neutral and vibrant shades named in honor of Indian regions provides an array of options.
Inspired by the beauty routines of past kings and queens of Rajasthan, Ranavat draws on indulgent self-care rituals and botanical combinations to formulate effective skin care. This brightening serum’s key ingredient is saffron, which boasts antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties for brighter, firmer, and clearer skin.
It’s customary to light diyas, small oil lamps, for Diwali, but even better than just a warm glow is an accompanying scent. Scrumptious Wicks’ festive candle sets a celebratory mood with notes of cream, peppercorn, and tonka bean, filling the room with a comforting and slightly spicy aroma.
Alisha Datwani founded Alaya to craft affordable yet fashionable jewelry motivated by the time she spent in fashion warehouses as the daughter of immigrant entrepreneurs. A modern twist on classic hoops, Alaya’s intertwined knot studs, comprising three rings, provide a minimalistic and elegant touch to complete any Diwali ensemble.
Madhu Chocolate founders Harshit Gupta and Elliott Curelop created their brand to combine classic Indian flavors with rich chocolate. Inspired by the popular beverage saffron milk, their infused chocolate bar has a refreshing, honey-like flavor. As a bonus, the packaging is emblazoned with colorful, intricately patterned Indian textiles.
With a mission to establish a modern Indian way of living, Simran Lal and Raul Rai founded Nicobar to curate products that are designed to last and inspired by nature. Their stoneware teacups are ideal for serving chai. The gold detail, tiger patterns, and intricate motifs are inspired by India’s indigenous flora and fauna.
Fable & Mane elevates the tradition of Indian hair oiling with its lightweight yet potent formula. The scent combination of jasmine, neroli oil, and cedarwood will transport you to India, while the castor oil, dashmool, ashwagandha, and Indian ginseng can soothe your scalp and strengthen your hair.
Making a proper cup of chai can be daunting. The process is lengthy, complicated, and technical. Kolkata Chai Co.’s starter kit simplifies the undertaking with its curated blend of black tea and spices. Brew a cup of chai in minutes, and enjoy its natural antioxidants, immune-boosting ingredients, and slow-releasing form of caffeine.
No Diwali celebration is complete without a fine selection of mithai, or Indian sweets. Tagmo brings traditional Indian delicacies to the United States without compromising on handmade techniques, rich spices, and bold color. The Diwali collection contains up to 32 bite-size indulgences, with layered, traditional flavors including notes of rose, coconut, pistachio, and lavender.
Divya Bhardwaj is a student at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.
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