How to soak up the festive spirit

As the festival of lights and happiness draws closer, we bring you some of the best ways to enjoy the festival and its spirit to the hilt! Read on.

As the festival of lights and happiness draws closer, we bring you some of the best ways to enjoy the festival and its spirit to the hilt!

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1

Pull out those

patakha

dresses:

The festive feel isn’t just about the D-Day — in this case, Diwali. Live it up by dressing up in something different every day, even if it’s just one dressy accessory — a shimmery

dupatta

, a sequined skirt, detailed

juttis

or a shirt with bright Indian motifs.

2

Start Diwali preparations:

To set the mood, pick up firecrackers one day, colours for

rangoli

the next, and ornate

diyas

the day after. Do it bit by bit so it doesn’t seem like a chore. This way, it won’t get stressful in the end.

3

Indulge in good food:

Most restaurants about town are offering special cuisines for the season. Feasting with family and friends will help you enjoy to the hilt.

4

Bring on the lights:

Make sure a string of fairy lights lines your outdoors, if not a few lamps, candles or

diyas

.

5

Greet and meet:

Send out greetings and gifts to special people instead of waiting for more to come your way. The more you give, the more you’ll get!