On a regular day, sibling face-offs can transpire over anything and everything—from who ate the last slice of pizza to who gets remote-control rights. However, there’s a day in the year dedicated to celebrating this most ubiquitous of frenemy bonds. Raksha Bandhan is when every sister patiently waits for a gift that is not a box of chocolates ordered on Swiggy 15 minutes ago or an envelope that says “here’s the pocket money I could bring myself to (reluctantly) spare”. Fear not: we’ve done all the heavy lifting so your ever-suffering sibling isn’t disappointed with your choices (for one day only).
From the can’t-go-wrong-with Fenty Gloss Bomb (if it’s good for RiRi, it’s good for your sister) to Nars liquid blush, there is a gift for every kind of sibling. There is a whimsical bow pendant from Misho to bring out her inner child or a pair of the latest Gymnarina hybrid shoes from Onitsuka Tiger that are perfectly square-toed and equal parts practical and cute that will earn you some serious brownie points. The Coach Tabby bag with the beaded fringe detailing is also a strong choice if she loves something classic for a night out. Even if a Birkin’s out of your budget, you can always gift her a set of makeup tools from Hermès that will crown you sibling of the year.
Scroll below for our selection of gifts—across budgets—that are likely to suit whatever love-hate phase your relationship is in.
