Bhai Phota Is the Day That Marks the Sweet Bond Between Brothers and Sisters(2019): Shower Your Love Via These Gifts That Can Simply Warm her Heart.

Bhai Phota is a Hindu festival that occurs at the culmination of Amavasya and is similar to the Bhai Dooj festival celebrated in North India, which takes place on the second day after Diwali. The festival is all about siblings honouring each other and the bond they share. Usually marked on the 5th day of Diwali, Bhai Phota’s signified by the prayers a sister offers for her brother’s healthy and happy life, the essence of which comes from countless mythological stories. For some, it is believed that the festival is celebrated to honour a loving younger brother and his elder sister who got married & relocated to another village. Owing to the distance between both villages, the brother missed his sister a lot and despite all the natural challenges posed by the dense forest, rivers, wildlife and mountains, he surpassed all obstacles to see his sister and on arrival was received warmly by his sister. He also told his sister how he couldn’t get back home because of the obstacles the path had for him, to which his sister decided to accompany him and help him get back safely. She prayed for their safe travels, fed the animals and made flower offerings to the natural forces as well.

Another popular tale attached to the festival is that of the God of Death, paying a visit to his sister on the occasion of Bhai Dooj and being welcomed with love and affection, which leads Yamraj to vow to protect all the men who are revered by their sisters, thereby making the day special.

Bhai Phota is known by other names in different parts of the country, like Bhai Bheej in Haryana, Gujarat & Maharastra, Bhai Teeka/ Bhai Bij/Bhai Dooj or Yamadwitiya. Essentially a day that celebrated to honor the special bond a brother and sister share and their promise to love and care for each other, this day is all about respecting an unconditional and affectionate relationship. In celebrating the day, sisters pray for the protection, health and happiness of their brothers and honor them by applying an auspicious tilak on their foreheads, while the brothers vow to protect their sisters and support them through any difficult times. Somewhat similar to Rakshabandhan, there a number of rituals followed that add to the glory and charm of this beautiful festival, like the exchange of gifts that each sibling likes, sharing sweet treats, spending time with each other and make extra efforts to let their sibling know just how much they are loved and cared for.

With changing times, the quality of the bond shared between siblings has only improved and evolved. Brothers are now more open to being expressive of their affection and thoughts for their sisters and express it with innumerable gifts and in different ways. When it comes to picking an appropriate gift for your sister, there are many options to choose from. For instance, most women love jewelry and it also makes for a perfect return gift for Bhai Phota, you can choose from a variety of neckpieces, earrings, bracelets and more.

Puja thali is most opportune, as the rituals entail a sister honouring her bond with her brother. With different and beautifully crafted designer Thalis, a puja thali would be rather thoughtful as a gifting option. Warm her heart with a personalized cushion for your sister with an attractive design or a customized digitally printed mug for her favourite beverage break. Flowers make for an expressive, affectionate and loving gesture that adds to your sister’s life with their fragrance, vibrancy and thoughts of happiness and newness for her, as are Soft Toys, the cutest and heartwarming gift items.

Make your sister feel special with a personalized square pillow decorated with sequins. Measuring 16” x 16” with her picture or a picture of the two of you together with a short message (optional) would be ideal for the occasion of Bhai Phota. The magic cushion has sequins in translucent white texture, that add to an exceptional effect. With a modern print and filler, the Personalized Magic Pillow is square in shape and priced at Rs.650, available on igp.com.

A cute and fashionably festive watch from amazon.in, this Traditional Gold Plated Wrist Watch looks like an elegant bracelet with a premium analog dial, with the gold finish giving it a classy and contemporary touch. The watch comes with designer crystals encrusted in the watch dial, making it look a luxury gift, with an adjustable bracelet strap and fashionable dial. Priced at Rs.289, the Traditional Gold Plated Wrist Watch is round in shape, has quartz movement and a brass strap in gold plating with cubic zirconia and a lobster claw clasp.

A brass anklet with an ethnic Tabla Motif, this oxidized and traditional anklet has been designed as part of a classic theme in a geometric design, measuring 15.7mm in width and 21cm in length, weighing roughly 6gm. Decorated with ghungroos, the oxidized silver-plated anklet features a lobster claw clasp and can be paired with any casual wear. Priced at Rs.449, the anklet comes as a single piece and you can choose to buy another piece to make a pair. The Ethnic Oxidized Silver Plated Anklet is available on voylla.com.

Most women love flowers and chocolates, and if they’re gifted a combination of both, it’s a match made in heaven! Here’s a combo gift set of beautiful roses and delicious & luxury Ferrero Rocher chocolates that come together in a set of 5 red roses, 4 white roses in a square glass vase, presented elegantly with 16 pieces of the delectable chocolates, priced together for Rs. 1,549, (Rs. 575 for chocolates and 974 for the roses). Available at Ferns and Petals, you can choose to add more roses or chocolates to the combo gift set for an additional charge.

Make this festive season all about beauty, style and affection for your sister with this gift of a Gold-Net Dupatta with Pink Embroidery. With an eye-catching design and elegant styling, this lightweight Dupatta is made of net fabric, decorated with gorgeous Aari work in a paisley design and adorned with laced trimmings. Measuring 2.5m, the Dupatta is Gold and Pink in colour and embroidered beautifully, its quality and durability guaranteed. Priced at Rs. 499, this beautiful Net Dupatta is available on dupattabazar.com as an ideal gift item.

Make this festive season all about beauty, style and affection for your sister with this gift of a Gold-Net Dupatta with Pink Embroidery. With an eye-catching design and elegant styling, this lightweight Dupatta is made of net fabric, decorated with gorgeous Aari work in a paisley design and adorned with laced trimmings. Measuring 2.5m, the Dupatta is Gold and Pink in colour and embroidered beautifully, its quality and durability guaranteed. Priced at Rs. 499, this beautiful Net Dupatta is available on dupattabazar.com as an ideal gift item.

Every picture has a story behind it! This rustic photo frame from bigsmall.in is a vintage gift, with a unique design that resembles a wall with 6 windows that you can choose to be white, red, blue or a mix of all 3 colours in one piece. This unique frame with an elegant combination of vibrant colours has each window frame measuring 45 x 26 cm and is incorporated with holes that make it easier for the frame to be wall-mounted. However, owing to the placement of holes and the styling of the frame, it can only be hung vertically. This vintage photo frame can be a thoughtful and ideal gift for your sister, where you can choose to add some of your best moments together or let her choose her favourite pictures of the both of you. Shaped like a window on the wall, the dimensions for each picture measure 11.5 x 7.5 cm. The Vintage Photo Frame is priced at Rs.1,299 and is made of wood in a rustic and rugged finish.

An exquisite gift box from Kama Ayurveda, this luxuriously crafted gift item is assembled with lavish skin & body care products, ideal for gifting for your sister with a signature fragrance capturing the royal legacy of Rose Essential. Inclusive of a Rose lip balm, Rose, Orange and Cinnamon soap, Rose jasmine Bath and Body Oil, Rose Jasmine Face Clenser and Pure Rosewater, the Kama Ayurveda Rose Essential Box is priced at Rs. 4,950 and available at amazon.in.

A hand-braided plant hangar made with a blend of cotton and nylon rope, braided into legs that support an open weave basket, this Macrame Jute Pot Holder decorated with Glass Beads comes in brown colour, weighing 307gm and is the best hand washed. Priced at Rs. 1,450, it makes for a smart and useful plant accessory for your sister’s home décor and green interests, should she love planting! An ideal gift for Bhai Phota.

This gorgeous Saree from Biba, comes in a stylish Kurta and Narrow Trouser Design in Sea Green Color, featuring a designer drape that features a floral and leaf embroidery pattern on the Yolk, making it a lovely and elegant gifting option for the festive season. With an Asymmetric Fit and a round neck, this Art Silk Saree Kurta Set is sleeveless and is available in sizes 32 to 38, priced at Rs. 1,999 and available on biba.in.

Growing up, with a sister may not have been easy, but assuredly has been special. Show your sister how much she means to you and give her a lovely surprise with an assortment of unique and cool gift item this Bhai Photo. Whether she loves writing, enjoys cooking, working on the latest gadgets or simply indulging in self-pampering activities, there are all kinds of gifts available in the market or easy DIY options to choose from!