Eid Al Adha 2025: Your Ultimate Festive Gift Guide is Here
The weather may be unforgiving at the moment, but Eid Al Adha 2025 is soon bringing a reason to celebrate to the region.
Most likely set to fall on Friday, June 6, Eid Al Adha promises a long weekend for those who reside in the UAE, giving all a chance to spend some quality time with friends and family. If you, like so many others, are already witnessing your long weekend calendar filling up with festive outings, now would be the ideal time to start stocking up on gifts and giveaways.
If you're not sure what makes the ideal Eid Al Adha gift, you've come to the right place. This year, Vogue Arabia's shopping guide includes something for just about every person on your list — from the beauty lover to the fashion enthusiast and homebodies too.
Eid Al Adha gifts for the beauty lover
I and II fragrances, Henry Jacques
Who can resist the charm of a festive fragrance? This Eid, treat loved ones to a mindfully crafted vial of fragrant oil from Notes of Oud — Sweet Companion is a global favourite — or pick up a bottle of the new Henry Jacques perfumes, bringing together notes of bergamot, lemon and bitter orange, to name a few. For those who prefer home scents, homegrown brand Uliv's candles make a winning choice. Pick up the number featuring damask rose, oud and clove for the ultimate olfactory experience.
In the realm of make-up, there's much to choose from. Charlotte Tilbury's new sculpting sets promise to earn you brownie points this Eid, while YSL's Loveshine Plumping Lip Oil Glosses are bound to become a summer staple. For the self-care addicts, check out Natchi's hair and body oil, along with UKLash's viral eyelash and eyebrow serums.
Eid Al Adha gifts for the fashion enthusiast
Ayat Al Kursi diamond necklace in 18kt gold, Orchid Jewelry. AED 4,550
When in doubt, jewellery always does the trick, and Eid Al Adha is no exception. This season, we have our eye on Orchid Jewelry's gold and diamond pendant, inscribed with the sacred Ayat Al Kursi verse for protection — an incredibly meaningful gift for the holy occasion. Azza Fahmy's Blessings chain ring also deserves a moment in the spotlight, while accessories like Loewe sunglasses and beaded Dries Van Noten heels work well for anyone who likes to make a statement.
Kaftan, Dima Ayad. AED 3,896
Embroidered with typography, the creations at Sarah's Bag serve as the perfect keepsakes, and for those who love their abayas, Homaq's shimmering numbers take the top spot. Always reinventing traditional silhouettes, Dima Ayad is serving up bold kaftans that flatter every body type, while Stella McCartney's pastel drapes are just right for the intense summer heat.
Eid Al Adha gifts for the best host
Nature-themed jacquard throw, Zara Home
What to give to the host who brings the whole family together for Eid Al Adha? Among our favourite picks this season are Zara Home's jacquard throws, Anthropologie's quirky platters and Bang & Olufsen's aesthetically pleasing speakers.
Duo-Temp® PRO coffee machine, Sage
For the coffee lovers, nothing tops the savvy Sage machines, which can be perfectly complemented with a gilded box of Bateel dates. Below, a closer look at the best gifts for Eid Al Adha 2025…
Abaya set, Homaq. AED 2,335
Diorshow eyeshadow palette, Dior
Necklace, L'Atelier Nawbar
Perfume oils, Notes of Oud
Double frame cat eye sunglasses, Loewe
Super Nudes Sculpting System, Charlotte Tilbury
Blessings chain ring, Azza Fahmy. AED 4,356
Everything Baby jewelry box, Marla Aaron. AED 4,768
Electric water kettle, Plissé. AED 540
Dream Collection set, Rituals
Lash growth serum and eyebrow growth serum set, UKLash. AED 340
Bead-embellished snake-effect leather wedge mules, Dries Van Noten. AED 2,968
Beosound A1 3rd Gen speaker, Bang & Olufsen. AED 1,505
Kaftan, Stella McCartney. AED 12,570
Hobb honeycomb classic clutch, Sarah's Bag. AED 1,650
Hair and body oil, Natchi
Loveshine Plumping Lip Oil Gloss, Yves Saint Laurent
Cake platter, Anthropologie
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