Rama Sreekant suggests ways to steer clear of stereotypes when buying a Raksha Bandhan gift.
Gone are the days when brothers in typical Bollywood style looked into their sisters’ moist eyes promising to rescue them from hell or highwater. While the deep bonds persist, girls have grown adept at dealing with a sinister world on their own terms. Read on for gifting ideas, as unique as your sister.
Á la Angelina Jolie
Adventure is her middle name. Challenge her to fly, ride an ATV and see the world upside down in one adrenalin-packed experience. Gift her an unforgettable experience at an adventure theme park. If she wants to know how Jack felt when he fell down the hill, she could try out Zorbing.
Or she could be Superman (I mean Superwoman) on the flying fox, zipping high-speed across rivers or valleys. Consider Lonavala’s Della Adventure or The Explorers.
Little Miss Sunshine
She is the baby and the brat of the family. With her innocent ‘Oh! I never did that’ looks she has been the reason for much of the trouble you’ve been in. Nevertheless, there’s never a dull moment when she’s around. Set up a lunch date in a cool restaurant where the two of you can just talk or revisit places you frequented as school children, with her pocket money savings.
Center the conversation around happy childhood memories. You’re the best authority on which childhood haunts to return to, but if you decide to go high-end, consider The Table, Indigo, Hakkasan or Olive Bar & Kitchen.
The Romantic
A picture of her immersed in a Mills and Boon remains etched in your memory. Well, it’s time to get her out of bed and walk her through a real life storytale. A story about the city’s past is always endearing and delightful. She could nurture the classical streak in her with a traditional culture walk or stoke her adventurous side through a night trail. Simply put, the choices are abundant.
Consider the offerings at www.storytrails.in
The Diva
Her first pimple created quite a flutter in her college and in the family as well. Prim and proper, her reputation for looking her best, has always been the talk of the town. Here’s your chance to pamper her with gift vouchers for that make-over she’s been craving. Check out gifting options from Saks Hair and Beauty India or Reneé Melek Salon.
The Mother of all Sisters
She donned a mother’s role early in life without anyone having to tell her. Whether discussing your first crush or fixing a snack for you when mom comes home late, she is a true nurturer. Putting you ahead of her meant many untold sacrifices. Is she still making excuses for why she hasn’t done something she really wanted to? Like treating herself to a day at an expensive spa (someday, when she can afford it), or buying a new swimsuit (as soon as she loses another 5 kilos?) Well now it’s payback time! Phone ahead and tell her, “Today is the day.” And then take her to the spa to be pampered, or simply go out shopping. When she makes her usual excuses, just smile and say, “Hey, it’s my treat. Let’s go.” Consider Tahaa Spa, Sohum Spa, Myrah Spa.
We’ve enjoyed brainstorming with you. Now we’ll leave you to take things further. Do share your experiences with us.
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