2019’s mandap decoration ideas for the inspiration-starved Indian bride

If there is one quintessential image of a wedding, it is a candid shot of the couple at the mandap. So while this would lead one to believe that mandap design is imporant, it is in reality one of the most underrated of all decor ideas. But taking a cue from Bollywood movies and designer-led wedding shows, mandaps have undergone a huge transformation. While floral mandaps remain classic, there are new and interesting ideas that can easily be executed. We picked 8 mandap trends for 2019 that will stand out in your wedding album.

All-white hanging canopy

 

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A canopy of white flowers sounds dreamy. Create a contemporary and effortless mandap setting for your wedding with festive florals and celebratory greens. 

A wild flower garden

 

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This is an extensive setup that makes for a gorgeous wedding background. Pick from a smorgasbord of flowers for a personalised look, and keep things bold and beautiful.

Enchanted forest

 

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A perfect look for evening weddings. One can never go wrong with dreamy mandap setting. It’s avant-garde and sophisticated.

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Lights out

 

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White lights add a design element to day weddings, and illuminate evening celebrations. Choose white lights for a versatile mandap and enjoy new beginnings as dusk turns to dawn.

Dried flowers and plants

 

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Dried flowers symbolise nostalgia, and one can use them to create a rustic look. Alternatively, try a new flower to add more glamour and make it unique.

Circular mandaps

 

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Circular mandaps are theatre-like in appearance as they tend to create the perfect seating area for everyone. Its three-dimensional structure knits an ideal wedding setting for albums.

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Modern drapes

 

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Drapes at a mandap? Yes, please! Drapes help curate any colour theme that blends well with the rest of the wedding decor.

Floating flowers

 

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Florals are great but floating florals as the mandap backdrop is a new trend. Perfectly modern-chic.

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