• Candlesticks, Dh1,375, Anna New York at Bloomingdale's. Courtesy Bloomingdale's
    Candlesticks, Dh1,375, Anna New York at Bloomingdale's. Courtesy Bloomingdale's
  • Fiery Pink Pepper Hand Lotion, Dh140, Molton Brown. Courtesy Molton Brown
    Fiery Pink Pepper Hand Lotion, Dh140, Molton Brown. Courtesy Molton Brown
  • Gift an olive tree, Dh76, Human Appeal. Photo Kira Walker
    Gift an olive tree, Dh76, Human Appeal. Photo Kira Walker
  • Coasters, Dh313, Shopbop.com. Courtesy Shopbop.com
    Coasters, Dh313, Shopbop.com. Courtesy Shopbop.com
  • Atlas X ring in 18k rose gold with pavé diamonds, Dh25,707, Tiffany & Co. Courtesy Tiffany & Co
    Atlas X ring in 18k rose gold with pavé diamonds, Dh25,707, Tiffany & Co. Courtesy Tiffany & Co
  • Sweet Diamond Pink Pepper 25 eau de parfum, Dh506, Kayali. Courtesy Kayali
    Sweet Diamond Pink Pepper 25 eau de parfum, Dh506, Kayali. Courtesy Kayali
  • Face masks, Dh147, Tanya Taylor at Shopbop.com. Courtesy Shopbop
    Face masks, Dh147, Tanya Taylor at Shopbop.com. Courtesy Shopbop
  • Beauty products, from Dh193, Hourglass at Ounass. Courtesy Ounass
    Beauty products, from Dh193, Hourglass at Ounass. Courtesy Ounass
  • Flavoured Tea Discovery Box, Dh129, Feel Good Tea Co. Courtesy Feel Good Tea Co
    Flavoured Tea Discovery Box, Dh129, Feel Good Tea Co. Courtesy Feel Good Tea Co
  • Backpack, Dh759, Ted Baker. Courtesy Ted Baker
    Backpack, Dh759, Ted Baker. Courtesy Ted Baker
  • Game set, Dh166, Fredericks & Mae at Shopbop.com. Courtesy Shopbop
    Game set, Dh166, Fredericks & Mae at Shopbop.com. Courtesy Shopbop
  • Camelia Sicily bag, Dh2,150, Dolce & Gabbana at Bloomingdale's. Courtesy Bloomingdale's
    Camelia Sicily bag, Dh2,150, Dolce & Gabbana at Bloomingdale's. Courtesy Bloomingdale's
  • Scented beeswax candles, from Dh150, Kind by Design. Courtesy Kind By Design
    Scented beeswax candles, from Dh150, Kind by Design. Courtesy Kind By Design
  • Gourmet liquorice gift box, Dh180, Lakrids by Bulow. Courtesy Lakrids by Bulow
    Gourmet liquorice gift box, Dh180, Lakrids by Bulow. Courtesy Lakrids by Bulow
  • Peaceful Life perfume, from Dh495, Emirates Pride. Courtesy Emirates Pride
    Peaceful Life perfume, from Dh495, Emirates Pride. Courtesy Emirates Pride
  • Patterned scarf, Dh1,200, La Double J at Shopbop. Courtesy Shopbop
    Patterned scarf, Dh1,200, La Double J at Shopbop. Courtesy Shopbop
  • 'Icon' praline chocolates, Dh22, KitKat. Courtesy KitKat
    'Icon' praline chocolates, Dh22, KitKat. Courtesy KitKat
  • Angels Share scent, Dh835, Kilian at Ounass. Courtesy Ounass
    Angels Share scent, Dh835, Kilian at Ounass. Courtesy Ounass
  • Skin care products, from Dh60, Jaxon Lane at The Grooming Lab.me. Courtesy The Grooming Lab
    Skin care products, from Dh60, Jaxon Lane at The Grooming Lab.me. Courtesy The Grooming Lab
  • Happy Sport 33mm, Dh40,541, Chopard at farfetch.com. Courtesy Farfetch
    Happy Sport 33mm, Dh40,541, Chopard at farfetch.com. Courtesy Farfetch
  • Leopard & Moon earrings, Dh357, Nach at Yoox.com. Courtesy Yoox
    Leopard & Moon earrings, Dh357, Nach at Yoox.com. Courtesy Yoox
  • Tasting Gazelle Horn Box, Dh100 for six, Maison Gazelle at Beldi Bazaar. Courtesy Beldi Bazaar.
    Tasting Gazelle Horn Box, Dh100 for six, Maison Gazelle at Beldi Bazaar. Courtesy Beldi Bazaar.
  • Necklace, Dh150, Vice at Saffron Souk. Courtesy Saffron Souk
    Necklace, Dh150, Vice at Saffron Souk. Courtesy Saffron Souk
  • Watch, Dh1,075, Minimalist. Courtesy Minimalist
    Watch, Dh1,075, Minimalist. Courtesy Minimalist
  • Gentleman fragrance, Dh390 for 100ml, Givenchy. Courtesy Givenchy
    Gentleman fragrance, Dh390 for 100ml, Givenchy. Courtesy Givenchy
  • Jewellery from the Lace collection, from Dh3,995, Damas. Courtesy Damas
    Jewellery from the Lace collection, from Dh3,995, Damas. Courtesy Damas
  • Artisan Coffee Gift Bundle, Dh180, Raw Coffee Company. Courtesy Raw Coffee Company
    Artisan Coffee Gift Bundle, Dh180, Raw Coffee Company. Courtesy Raw Coffee Company
  • Crystal pineapple, Dh2,800, Eichholt at Bloomingdale's. Courtesy Bloomingdale's
    Crystal pineapple, Dh2,800, Eichholt at Bloomingdale's. Courtesy Bloomingdale's
  • Petal Box Date Selection, Dh38, Forrey & Galland. Courtesy Forrey & Galland
    Petal Box Date Selection, Dh38, Forrey & Galland. Courtesy Forrey & Galland
  • 'Egypt Game Book', Dh166, Assouline. Courtesy Assouline
    'Egypt Game Book', Dh166, Assouline. Courtesy Assouline
  • Coffee pot, Dh881, Tom Dixon at Shopbop. Courtesy Shopbop
    Coffee pot, Dh881, Tom Dixon at Shopbop. Courtesy Shopbop
  • Gift hampers, Dh299, Marks & Spencer. Courtesy Marks & Spencer
    Gift hampers, Dh299, Marks & Spencer. Courtesy Marks & Spencer
  • Paperclip necklace, Dh449, Terrasuya. Courtesy Terrasuya
    Paperclip necklace, Dh449, Terrasuya. Courtesy Terrasuya
  • Tea set, Dh89, Pan Emirates. Courtesy Pan Emirates
    Tea set, Dh89, Pan Emirates. Courtesy Pan Emirates
  • Scarf, Dh120, Retrolane at Saffron Souf
    Scarf, Dh120, Retrolane at Saffron Souf

Eid Al Fitr 2021 gift guide: 35 present ideas to suit every budget


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As Eid Al Fitr approaches, thoughts turn to the gifts that traditionally mark the end of Ramadan.

Whether you're shopping for family, friends or loved ones, we've put together some ideas designed to show how much you care, whatever your budget.

For a gift that is thoughtful and environmentally conscious, why not offer an olive tree? Planted in Palestine by the charity Human Appeal, this will last for generations and help a family raise money by farming olives.

At just Dh76, it is good for the planet and the wallet.

Gift an olive tree to a family in Palestine for only Dh76, through the charity Human Appeal. Courtesy Kira Walker
Gift an olive tree to a family in Palestine for only Dh76, through the charity Human Appeal. Courtesy Kira Walker

Children will love a bag of KitKat "icon" chocolates, made especially for Ramadan, while foodies will savour treats such as a bundle of artisanal coffee from the UAE's own Raw Coffee Company, or delicious gazelle pastries in a special tasting box by Maison Gazelle at Beldi Bazaar. Or, for a real flavour of Ramadan, why not offer a selection box of filled dates by Forrey & Galland?

Looking for pretty jewellery? The Saffron Souk and new company Terrasuya have a good array, with very reasonable prices, while those wanting to splurge should look to the likes of Chopard, Tiffany & Co and Damas for something special.

Bloomingdale's, meanwhile, has a charming set of candlesticks by Anna New York that would make a considerate present, while Shopbop has a set of coasters made from slices of stone for Dh313.

Another thoughtful gift is a handmade, beeswax candle by local company Kind By Design. With scents such as vetiver, peony and basil in either glass or pastel ceramic pots, they are almost too good to light.

Beeswax candles, handmade by Kind By Design, with prices starting from Dh150. Courtesy Kind by Design
Beeswax candles, handmade by Kind By Design, with prices starting from Dh150. Courtesy Kind by Design

Beauty fans will appreciate the large array of Hourglass cosmetics products available on Ounass, while Givenchy, Kilian and the local name Emirates Pride all have interesting perfumes, that make perfect presents for loved ones.

Scroll through the gallery above for more gift ideas this Eid Al Fitr.