This Raksha Bandhan, give traditional, grown-up rakhis a miss. Instead, opt for these funky, childlike options ufffd all guaranteed to evoke memories of your fun childhood together
Who doesn’t love the promise of luck and fortune? This evil eye rakhi should make your brother feel a lot more secure
For: Rs 100
At:u00a0Rashmi Imitation Jewellery,u00a0Shrinath Shopping Centre, DJ Road, Vile Parle (E)
Call: 26151189
These trendy bands, complete with clips, are a great choice for a boy who doesn’t dig traditional rakhis
For: Rs 20
At: Rameshwar Art, 88, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Bhuleshwar Road
Call: 9819413395
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If your brother is addicted to Angry Birds and spends hours playing it, these rakhis, available at a sweet deal, will definitely bring a smile to his face
For: Rs 20
At: Deep Imitation Jewellery, Khokha Market, Vile Parle (West) Station Road
Call: 9221928150
It’s a bird, it’s not a plane, but it does make a chirping sound. This bird is less angry, more cuteu00a0
For: Rs 75
At: Satyam Collection, Ruia College Lane, Matunga Central
Call: 24138685
Surprise your sports-loving brother with rakhis that speak straight to the player in him
For: Rs 10 each
At: Toran, A-1, Khokha Market, Vile Parle (W) Station Road
Call: 26151595
This soldier rakhi is a great fit for a boy with a love for action
For: Rs 25
At: Rameshwar Art, 88, Laxmi Narayan temple, Bhuleshwar Road
Call: 9819413395
A rakhi is just an excuse when you can literally eat chocolate off your wrist
For: Rs 55
At: Deliciae Patisserie, Union Park , Khar (West)
Call:26003002 / 65615220
Designed by NGO Akanksha, these rakhis are made from ribbons, pompoms, wool and sequins — ingredients used for art and craft in schools. And it’s for a good cause — the money goes toward education for children in India
For: Rs 150
At: Bombay Store, Fort
Call: 40669999u00a0