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A gift should feel like them

How to give well at Diwali when you don’t know their fragrance taste.

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Start with one question

Do they use fragrance at home? If you can ask privately, you’ll learn more than a product description can tell you.

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For your host

Don’t assume a candle belongs in someone’s puja space. Ask if they’d prefer a gift for everyday use afterward.

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For family

If they enjoy scent but you don’t know which one, choose together. The conversation can be part of the gift.

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For a guest list

An identical scented return gift won’t suit every home. Plan for preferences, or make room for an unscented choice.

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Before you order

Check the current listing, delivery options and the person you’re buying for. A little certainty beats a grand guess.

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