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Diwali Special: Indian Wedding Decor Ideas To Celebrate The Festive Spirit

Decorations in Indian weddings have surpassed the typical standards of simple hanging or scrunched-up drapes and cliched floral arrangements a long time back. With constant newness brimming up and the creative minds of wedding decorators curating unique and fresh trends, Indian wedding decorations have evolved multi folds over the years. And quite amazingly, there’s no going back now! From amping up even the tiniest of elements of the decor to centering it around a set theme entirely, simple Indian wedding decoration ideas have undoubtedly been taken a notch higher!

The festival of lights can add some sparkle to your big day! With its mandap-style altar, bold colors, and extensive lights, Indian wedding décor can transform your wedding into its famous ‘big-fat’ style.

 

Color Blast

 

Planning: @theweddingdesigncompany, Pictures Courtesy: @aashish__photography / @fotowallethestoryfolks

 

Indian weddings are known to be vibrant and full of bold colors. However, color choices may differ as per the newlyweds-to-be and the wedding ceremony season. The use of bright colors in combination with classic tints, for example- creams, blushes and peaches paired with hot pinks, reds and oranges to create bold visual statements. Elephant structures are widely used in Indian weddings as elephants are symbols of good luck and excellent fortune. They also represent loyalty, wisdom, and longevity.

 

Mandap Style

 


Planner: @innazcommunique / Decor: @flora.lines / Sound and Light: @djdanny_danditinc

 

We have all grown way past long from the marigold mandaps. Nowadays, couples are getting extremely creative with the way the whole setup is near the aisle. The right kind of setup and decor can further accentuate the beauty of this cherishable moment. This all-white mandap is perfect for an elegant wedding. Some like to add a dash of red to have a beautiful contrast at day weddings, while the night wedding sees a lot of creams & golds. White floral arches or white floral domes are some of the other stunning options to pick from.
 

Hanging Foliage

 


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From breezy boho vibes to adding glamor, hanging foliage always takes your wedding decor up several notches! Either with real or faux flowers, they’re perfect for romantic photo options or as backdrops. Suspended florals and displays can be a mix of arrangements, foliage, flowers and bunting all mixed in together.

 

Twinkling Lights

 


Pictures Courtesy: @storiesbyjosephradhik / Planner: @shaadisquad

 

Diwali is a festival full of lights. You cannot ignore this element when you’re thinking about Indian weddings. From fairy lights and sting lights to bulbs lanterns and candles, a generous amount of lights is the key to a lit celebration. For traditional ways, you can use diyas as well at the entrance. The lighting looks great on drapes as well for the haldi/mehendi setup.

 

Grand Reception

 

Picture Courtesy: @tamarindglobalweddings

 

When it’s a reception of about 1000 people, it’s a grand affair! To make it fuller, use flowers zhoomars, creating a temple feel, and giving the idea like so many traditional wedding ceremonies going to take place. Hanging installations are quite a trend in 2022-23 weddings. With shimmery golden strings and red flowers, the whimsical aura of this stage is unparalleled. With simplistic ghost chairs seating and a few centerpieces, nothing else is needed for this magical and classic theme wedding stage decoration.

 

Diwali is a symbol of hope for humankind. May it bring universal compassion, an inner joy of peace and the awareness of unity for all. Once again, happy Diwali! Have a good one!
Love, DWP!

 

Feature Image Credit: @sjsevents / @planner1events / canteiroweddings / @ptaufiqphotography