Aarika's Blog

Carrying the Diwali Spirit into the Holiday Season
Carrying the Diwali Spirit into the Holiday Season
This holiday season, carry the joy of Diwali into Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s with these family-friendly tips. From festive lights and cultural attire to South Asian-inspired dishes and DIY... Read more...
Spring Closet Reset for Kids (That You Can Actually Finish)
Spring Closet Reset for Kids (That You Can Actually Finish)
Is your kid's closet overflowing with outfits that don't fit or never get worn? This stress-free spring reset helps you sort it all out - one section at a time.... Read more...
How to Celebrate Holi with Kids: Outfits, Crafts & Treats
How to Celebrate Holi with Kids: Outfits, Crafts & Treats
Holi is a time for joy, color, and celebration! Whether you're gathering for Holika Dahan, playing with vibrant colors, or enjoying festive crafts at home, there are so many ways... Read more...
2025 Style Guide: Kids' Ethnic Wear for Every Celebration
2025 Style Guide: Kids' Ethnic Wear for Every Celebration
From Eid to Diwali and every celebration in between, our 2025 Kids' Style Guide has you covered! ✨ Discover the perfect ethnic wear for every occasion—whether it’s a festival, wedding,... Read more...
Gift Culture. Celebrate Tradition. Share Joy!
Gift Culture. Celebrate Tradition. Share Joy!
This year, we’ve curated a Holiday Gift Guide to make gifting easier, especially if you're looking for something meaningful and memorable for the little ones in your life. Whether it's... Read more...
Double the Joy: How to Celebrate Diwali and Halloween Together This Year!
Double the Joy: How to Celebrate Diwali and Halloween Together This Year!
This year, Diwali and Halloween share the same day, giving South Asian American families a unique chance to blend these two vibrant celebrations! From lighting diyas to trick-or-treating, discover creative... Read more...
Your Guide to Comfortable Kids Ethnic Wear
Your Guide to Comfortable Kids Ethnic Wear
As a parent, dressing your little ones in ethnic wear for special occasions is a beautiful way to connect them with their heritage. However, the journey to find the perfect... Read more...
Embracing Our Culture: Back-to-School Tips for South Asian American Families
Embracing Our Culture: Back-to-School Tips for South Asian American Families
As a South Asian American parent and the owner of Aarika's Closet, I've seen firsthand the beauty of blending cultural heritage with modern life. In this blog post, I share... Read more...
5 Easy Ways to Celebrate Raksha Bandhan in the US
5 Easy Ways to Celebrate Raksha Bandhan in the US
Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with a modern twist! Explore five easy ways for South Asian American families to honor the rakhi festival in the US. Discover DIY Rakhi-making and fusion attire ideas from... Read more...
Embracing Tradition: The Timeless Appeal of Indian Ethnic Wear for Kids
Embracing Tradition: The Timeless Appeal of Indian Ethnic Wear for Kids
As South Asian Indian American moms in the US, we cherish the cultural heritage passed down through generations. Traditional Indian ethnic wear for kids, from lehenga cholis to kurta pajamas,... Read more...
Raising Bicultural Kids: Navigating Identity, Language, and Tradition
Raising Bicultural Kids: Navigating Identity, Language, and Tradition
As South Asian American parents, raising children in a bicultural environment presents a unique and enriching experience. Our kids are blessed with the opportunity to embrace the best of both... Read more...
Celebrate Love Desi-Style: 5 Heartwarming Valentine's Day Ideas for Kids
Celebrate Love Desi-Style: 5 Heartwarming Valentine's Day Ideas for Kids
Celebrate Valentine's Day with our guide to 5 Heartfelt Desi Celebrations, infusing love and cultural pride. From vibrant Desi decor to heart-shaped treats, discover delightful ways to create lasting family... Read more...
Unwrapping Joy: Aarika’s Closet Gift Guide for Every Little One
Unwrapping Joy: Aarika’s Closet Gift Guide for Every Little One
This holiday, we invite you on a journey through our curated gift guide designed especially for the little ones in your life. From the enchanting twirls of our Sari Dresses... Read more...
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Dressing Kids Up in Indian Wear
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Dressing Kids Up in Indian Wear
Indian outfits for children are a celebration of vibrant colors and rich traditions. To make sure your little ones look their best, here are seven common mistakes to avoid when... Read more...
5 Ways To Connect Kids To Culture
5 Ways To Connect Kids To Culture
Are you a first-generation immigrant or an American-born South Asian trying to pass on your cultural heritage to your children? Do you worry that they are missing out on the... Read more...
4 Reasons Why Kids Skin is so Sensitive to Scratchy Materials
4 Reasons Why Kids Skin is so Sensitive to Scratchy Materials
Have you experienced your kids complaining about the clothes they are wearing being scratchy or itchy? Especially South Asian ethnic wear? Have you ever wondered why? Read more...
3 Tips to Coordinated (Indian) Outfits for Events or Photo Shoots
3 Tips to Coordinated (Indian) Outfits for Events or Photo Shoots
When you're a parent, there are plenty of things to keep you busy. But coordinating your family's Indian outfits to attend an event or for a family photo shoot can... Read more...
3 Ethnic Wear Rules to Follow for Kids
3 Ethnic Wear Rules to Follow for Kids
Whether you’re going to a wedding event, a party or a family gathering, a stylish ethnic wear outfit can be perfect for your little ones. You can dress your kids up... Read more...
5 Rakhi Gifts Ideas
5 Rakhi Gifts Ideas
Raksha Bandhan is one of the most ancient festivals celebrated in India, dedicated to the special bond between a brother and a sister. So, gifts exchange on this day by brother and... Read more...
5 COLORFUL WAYS TO CELEBRATE HOLI
5 COLORFUL WAYS TO CELEBRATE HOLI
Celebrate the vibrancy of Holi with Aarika's Closet! Dive into our latest blog post for five colorful and creative ways to commemorate the Festival of Colors with your family. From... Read more...
10 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your Kids
10 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your Kids
Growing up the only thing I did to celebrate Valentine’s Day is exchange cards in school. Every kid did it so we did it. We didn’t celebrate at home or... Read more...
Small Business Saturday - Gift Guide
Small Business Saturday - Gift Guide
This Gift Guide brings together unique holiday gifts from Small South Asian owned Businesses. Check them out and shop small this holiday season.   Read more...
FREE Diwali Arts & Craft Resources for Kids
FREE Diwali Arts & Craft Resources for Kids
Diwali is always such a wonderful time of the year. As I was looking for ways to make Diwali fun and exciting for my kids, I came across so many... Read more...
Celebrating Raksha Bhandan
Celebrating Raksha Bhandan
Raksha Bandhan, also known as Rakhi/Rakhri, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the love and loyalty between siblings. The term “Raksha Bandhan” originates from Sanskrit, and translates to “bond of... Read more...
5 Fun Ways to Rock Desi Fusion Wear with Kids
5 Fun Ways to Rock Desi Fusion Wear with Kids
Mixing prints, colors and silhouettes of both Desi and Western wear, is a lot of FUN! Check out 5 fun ways to create desi fusion looks for your fashionistas.  Read more...
Anti-Racism Resources for Parents & Kids
Anti-Racism Resources for Parents & Kids
Our children are watching us and listening to us. I know now that I need to do better. So I'm making a change and it will start....with me...with my family...at... Read more...
Spring Cleaning - Organizing Your Jewelry
Spring Cleaning - Organizing Your Jewelry
A girl can never have enough jewelry. It can dress up any outfit and can make our outfits much more dramatic if we choose to. It doesn't matter how many... Read more...
Spring Cleaning - Organizing Ethnic Wear
Spring Cleaning - Organizing Ethnic Wear
The past few weekends I have spent time Spring Cleaning our Ethnic Wear. I know we have nowhere to go amidst the Shelter In Place situation but I really wanted... Read more...