Sweets, festive decorations, ethnic wear and gifts in demand as shoppers make last-minute purchases
Abu Dhabi : Diwali shopping is in full swing across the UAE, with families making last-minute purchases of sweets, decorations, traditional clothing and gifts ahead of the Festival of Lights.
With celebrations just a day away, festive products are taking centre stage at supermarkets and retail outlets, while special promotions and seasonal offers are attracting shoppers preparing for family gatherings and celebrations.
Major retailer Lulu is among those catering to the festive demand, with its ongoing ‘Lulu Wali Diwali’ campaign offering a wide selection of traditional sweets, festive essentials, ethnic fashion and gifts across its UAE stores.
Traditional sweets take centre stage
Sweets are an essential part of Diwali celebrations, with assorted mithai boxes and traditional Indian delicacies among the popular choices for family gatherings and gifting.
Lulu has stocked a wide variety of festive favourites, including Kaju Katli, Motichoor Laddoo, Peda, Imarti, Gujiya and Soan Papdi, along with savoury snacks, namkeens and specially packed gift assortments.
Homes get ready for the Festival of Lights
Decorations are another major part of the festive shopping rush, as families prepare to illuminate their homes and welcome guests.
From traditional diyas and candles to colourful rangoli decorations, decorative lights, thalis and festive accessories, shoppers can find a variety of options across Lulu stores.
Festive fashion and gifting
The festive shopping rush is also extending to ethnic clothing, home décor and gifting, with shoppers looking for traditional outfits and gifts ahead of Diwali. Lulu’s festive collections include ethnic wear for men, women and children, along with gift hampers, home accessories and shopping gift cards at attractive prices.
Alongside busy stores, online shopping is also seeing strong interest, with customers exploring festive deals and placing orders through LuLu’s website and mobile app.
With Diwali celebrations just a day away, festive shopping is gathering momentum both in stores and online as families complete their preparations for the Festival of Lights.
