5 Gifts To Give Your Loved Ones Celebrating Eid

Have family and friends celebrating Eid and have no idea how to honour their celebration? Finding the perfect gift for Eid is never an easy task, especially if you are new to this religious celebration.

The truth is that Eid is a time for celebrating the end of Ramadan, spending time with family and friends, and joining communities, so gifts are never essential. However, if you would like to show your loved one your appreciation for them over Eid, here are a few budget-friendly, staple gift ideas that are guaranteed to impress.

Chocolate Covered Dates

Dates are a cornerstone of Ramadan and Eid, often used to break the fast. Although dates are delicious as they are, it's always nice to take things that step further and go for choices such as chocolate-covered ones. There are so many different types, such as nutty-filled dates and pistachio dates; the choices are endless. It's a great way to show your admiration for your loved one who has just fasted over the month.

Engraved Arabic Jewellery

For a gift that will stay with them for years to come, consider gifting your loved ones engraved Arabic jewellery. There are so many choices when it comes to engraved jewellery, whether you get their name spelt in Arabic on a necklace, or gold plated rings with their initials, gifting engraved jewellery is always a crowd pleaser. Remember, never gift your male friend gold jewellery, but this is okay for women celebrating Eid. Sterling silver engraved jewellery for men is just as appealing.

Eid Outfits

If you know your loved one has a passion for fashion, you may even consider gifting them a gorgeous Eid outfit to wear during the day of celebration. From stunning occasion abayas to embroidered thobes, there are so many magnificent Eid pieces out there. It is also traditional to wear a new outfit for each Eid, so gifting your loved one a new abaya might just save them from last-minute outfit panics.

Oud Diffusers & Candles

Nothing beats the stunning scent of an oud-scented diffuser or candle. This scent is so luxurious and expensive smelling, that it has become a staple for Eid. Consider gifting your friend or family member celebrating Eid an oud-scented gift set. Both practical and desirable, you will be considered one of the most thoughtful gift givers over Eid!

Prayer Mat

Prayer mats can be sacred and personal, but if you have a close family member or friend, gifting them an embroidered prayer mat will be so meaningful to them. Do some research and consider what styles of patterns or prints they would best prefer. In Islam, gifting others a prayer mat is also seen as a good deed, so they will appreciate it that much more! You can even have their name engraved on the mat for that extra touch of personalization.

Overall, gifting over Eid does not have to be complicated. Make sure that your family members or friends are first of all accepting gifts over Eid, and then try to tailor the gift to their preferences. For example, if your family member wears a lot of gold, possibly gift them an Arabic name necklace with their name translated for a personal gift. Or, give them a bespoke basket filled with chocolate-filled dates and fresh fruits to celebrate the end of the fasting period.