This annual scene, which precedes the holiday by a few days, has become an important economic season for many commercial activities, ranging from clothing and sweets shops to.. Gift shops And decorations.
During a field tour of a number of markets, signs of recovery were evident, driven by families’ eagerness to complete their preparations for the Eid celebration and its accompanying deeply rooted social traditions.
Eid gift boxes
During the tour of “Al-Youm”, the most notable thing that caught attention this year was the widespread presence of what is known as “Eidiyat boxes”, which have turned from simple cash envelopes into integrated products that carry a festive character. These boxes varied between elegant boxes, decorated cartons and small boxes specially designed to present Eidiyat to children in an innovative way.
Multiple designs for Eid gifts have also appeared, some traditional with a heritage character bearing congratulatory phrases, while others have taken on a modern character with bright colors and fun drawings that attract children. This diversity has provided shoppers with wide options, who are now looking for different ways to present Eid gifts that bring an atmosphere of joy and wonder to the children.
Holiday decorations are making a comeback
In addition to the Eid gifts, decoration shops also made a notable appearance in the shopping movement, as families flocked to buy congratulatory banners, wall stickers, small lanterns, and decorative chains bearing phrases such as “Eid Mubarak” and “Happy New Year.”.
These decorations have become part of the household rituals for many families, who seek to create a festive atmosphere inside homes before the arrival of Eid. This year, a greater diversity in designs has been observed, ranging from the Saudi heritage style to the style inspired by Islamic motifs and golden colors, and the modern style that relies on bright colors and cartoon shapes suitable for children.
Sweets are an essential part of the Eid table
Sweets, in turn, secured a prominent place on shoppers' shopping lists. Confectionery shops witnessed a significant increase in demand for boxes of chocolates and assorted sweets, which are typically offered to guests during the Eid holidays.
The options range from traditional oriental sweets such as maamoul and baklava, to imported chocolates and modern sweets. Many shoppers are keen to choose elegant boxes that can be presented as gifts during family visits on Eid days.
New clothes... a renewed tradition
Meanwhile, clothing stores were not absent from the scene of renewed activity, with shopping centers witnessing a surge in shoppers searching for Eid clothes, especially for children. Many families are keen to buy new outfits for their children to celebrate the occasion, a long-standing social tradition reflecting the joy of Eid and its beginnings.
