In this contemporary period, you will be simply amazed to see so many kinds of rakhis available online. They differ in style, materials, types and price ranges. To cater to the varied needs of the customers, different styles and patterns of rakhis are available. To celebrate siblinghood and the popular bond of brother and sister, you can choose any of the kind of rakhi from the below mentioned types. Shopping for rakhis and rakhi gift may be confusing but with the advent of the internet, things have become easier. The moment you enter the search term, ‘types of rakhis’, a variety of rakhis will be exhibited to leave you wondering which one to choose.

Sandalwood rakhi: a popular kind

As the name suggests, this rakhi is made from sandalwood and is becoming a popular choice. It is witnessing a tremendous rise in demand and seeing growth in sales. Sandalwood beads lend an ethnic touch to the rakhis. Sandalwood rakhi may be a traditional type of rakhi having elements of silk, cotton, flowers. Since ages, the aromatic sandalwood is used as a chief auspicious ingredient in almost all the religious ceremony. Owing to the propitious feature of the rakhi, it has been used by the kings and emperors. The aroma rich wood is carved out in OM, beads, Swastika and many other auspicious shapes. At times, sandalwood is also given the shape of God.

Send funny cartoon rakhis

With the online rakhi delivery portal, you can now buy cartoon rakhi for your nephew or niece and send it across. Some of the popular rakhi cartoon characters seeing huge demand are Donald Duck, Tweety, Mogli and Micky Mouse. As the name implies, the cartoon rakhi carries the image of cartoon characters. It is popular among the kids and children. Again, they may be fabricated from various materials like silk, plastic, cotton or light metals.

Musical rakhis: the popular rakhi

The trendy rakhi is popular among the children and kids. Such a rakhi plays musical tune which is melodious and unique. At times the tune resembles the voice of animal or it can also play a nursery rhyme. Most of the times, such rakhis come with smaller teddies and stuffed toys as the center of adornment. When you press the stuffed toy, the rakhi plays a music which is beautiful. It may also be procured in the shape of a musical instrument.

Zari rakhi: the sought after rakhi

Zari or zardosi rakhi is a traditional but it is still popular. It is that kind of rakhi which makes use of silver and gold thread weaved in intricate patterns. Due to the shine and elegance, golden and silver zari rakhi is preferred. There is also the low cost version of rakhi that makes use of metallic and synthetic thread.

Mauli rakhi: the traditional option

The simple red color threaded rakhi is most auspicious among all the rakhis. Being known as ‘Dori’ or ‘Kalava’, it is a religious rakhi. You may also buy a mauli rakhi to compliment other rakhis. Mauli rakhis decorated with zari, beads, sequins, kundans are also available. A mauli rakhi may be red, yellow and maroon in color.

Apart from the above kinds, there can be Resham Rakhi, beads rakhi, floral rakhi and many others. Consider the age and likes of the receiver prior to choosing a rakhi.