ByN. Lothungbeni Humtsoe

August 07, 2022 (IANSlife) A brother-sister relationship is special, and Rakshanbandhan celebrates the bond.  If there's one Indian festival that allows a sanctified exchange of gifts and presents, it's none other than Raksha Bandhan.  But instead of looking for a present, why not also find the perfect Rakhi for your sibling? Pick one from this curation:

 

House of Tuhina's Rakhi

This homegrown Indian jewelry brand offers a wide range of rakhis that are nothing less than a masterpiece. These rakhis are made with fine units which are hand molded and braided together, adorned with signature tassels. 

Available on houseoftuhina.com

Izzhaar's Rakhi

Izzhaar's newest collection offers you an exclusive range of Rakhis, and handcrafted designer gifts representing different elements of the earth.

Available in store and website izzhaar.co.in

 

Flourish introduces Handcrafted Rakhis designed by local artists!

To celebrate this festive season in harmony with nature and explore handcrafted distinctive Rakhis made from natural raw materials. The Rakhis are handcrafted by a team of rural women from various remote areas of India. They range from terracotta, paper woven, and jute, to hand-crocheted.

Price starts at Rs 150 to Rs 1250 Available on https://flourish.shop/collections/eco-friendly-rakhi 

 

Handcrafted Silver Rakhi’s with Hydro Colored Stones by Sangeeta Boochra

Sangeeta Boochra launches a wide range of beautifully handcrafted silver Rakhis to wear year-round. The range includes Rakhis with simple braided multicolor thread featuring different shapes, embellished with Kundan, beads, turquoise, and Hydro-colored stones. 

Available at Sangeeta Boochra (A brand of Silver Centre), Cottons Ground Floor, Mehta Mansion, Opp. Gangar Opticians, August Kranti Marg, Kemps Corner, Mumbai. Contact: 022-23645634/ 022-23649720

 

Kundan Velvet Rakhi by IGP.com 

The toughness of kundan, the softness of velvet, the delicacy of pearls, and the dazzle of gota patti; all come together harmoniously in this handmade Rakhi set. The bhaiya rakhi is tied with soft blue and pink yarn and the bhabhi rakhi is a lovely open-ended bracelet with pretty pink tassels. 

Priced at Rs 745/- Available on IGP.com

 

Pranay Baidya's Plated and handwoven Rakhis

Crafted with sheer precision using 92.5 silver. Highlighted with moissanite polki and 22K gold plating, this handwoven silk thread band ensures ease of wearing. Celebrate this special day with your brother by tying him this one-of-a-kind rakhi.

Priced at Rs 4,500/- Available on Indiluxe by Tata CLiQ Luxury.

 

Amrapali Jewels' Rakhi

Amrapali launches a bespoke collection of Rakhis with intricately handcrafted designs, using jadau and gold-plated silver. 

Priced between Rs 800 to Rs 2000/- Available at Amrapali Jewelry store.

 

Environment-friendly Rakhis by Gargee Designers

Uniquely designed, plastic-free, and recycled denim Rakhis and Lumbas, are made from organic and denim fabric from the brand's apparel line.  They are reasonably priced, washable, and available in light denim and midnight blue denim.

Price starts from Rs. 550/- Available on https://gargee.com/collections/mood-indigo

 

ISHARYA’s Rakhi collection 

Rakhi just got more fun with the brand's new capsule collection that lets you customize your Rakhi, your way!  PLAY! an embodiment of its name – is a collection with no rules. It is ideal for the bold sister who isn’t afraid to experiment with her style or the brother who loves a minimal accessories. 

Available on https://isharya.com/ 

 

Tom & Jerry Rakhi by Epic Stuff

If your sibling is obsessed with pop culture, then check out Epic Stuff’s ultimate collection of super cool officially licensed fan merchandise of Good Old Tom & Jerry and much more. 

Price on request. Available on www.epicstuff.com

 

#PSRakhis by Designer Payal Singhal (Set of 5)

 

This limited edition exclusively handcrafted ties that bind are made of colorful woolen threads and come packed in a matching pouch in signature #PSPrints. The PS Rakhis are available in sets of 2, 3, and 5.

Priced at Rs. 2,350/- Available on payalsinghal.com 

 

 

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N. Lothugnbeni Humtsoe can be contacted at lothungbeni.h@ians.in