'Ho ho ho!' laughed Santa Claus and filled our tiny palms with toys and candy when we were little. While the ho-hos and Santa may not be around anymore when we're all grown up, the tradition of exchanging gifts during the festive season still stands.
However, with the economic slowdown staring us in the faces, many of us have tightened our belts and are looking for cheaper options than we did last year. So we decided to scout around and find gift options that fit our slightly smaller budgets this year.
Text: Insiyah Vahanvaty | Photograph: rediff archives
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