Raksha Bandhan is an auspicious day that celebrates the unbreakable bond between a brother and a sister. The true meaning of the festival resonates from its literal translation that reads ‘safety’ and ‘bond’. On this day sisters tie a talisman, or an amulet, called rakhi, around the wrists of their brothers, who in return reward their sisters with gifts and make the tradition and customs inspiring in their own right.
Absynthe Designs, a steampunk fashion brand, has come out with its own take on the rakhi. They are handcrafted incorporating elements of the Indian tradition combined with the steampunk artwork making them unique to look at. They are perfect for the occasion as their uniqueness reflects the designer’s emotional connection which is also expressed when a sister would tie a rakhi to her brother.
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The most striking feature of the rakhis is the vintage components used for crafting. This makes the rakhis stylish yet subtle. It is also worth mentioning that they exhibit a poetic tone. The use of vintage components designed to look modern indicates the coming together of the old and the new. A befitting message for the tradition of Raksha Bandhan.
About Absynthe Designs
Absynthe Design started off as a result of passion – a stress-busting hobby, combined with an undying love for watches and beautiful hand-crafted machines. It is a homage to the bygone era of old mechanical watches and another blended precision engineering. An artform that truly showcased some of the best results of human creativity is all but gone. Absynthe Design hopes to bring it back from its exile and reveal it once again to the people in all its former glory.
