Want a picture-perfect haldi, but not sure what kind of décor to go ahead with? Worry not, cause we’ve got you covered! Our brides often come to us with Pinterest boards filled with pictures of haldi ceremony decorations that they love but are unsure of what would suit their wedding the best. This article is a guide for all types of haldi decoration ideas, to help you decide what you like the most.
First things first, understand where the event will take place. Indoor décor ideas for haldi are largely different from outdoor décor setups. A haldi ceremony whether at home or at a wedding venue would require different kinds of planning. Once you decide where the event will take place, picking the kind of vibe that you would want, will make the décor decision easier.
In some scenarios, the bride and groom have their haldi together, often at the wedding venue. In cases like these, you can choose to do an elaborate stage décor for the Haldi ceremony which would include participation from both sides of the family. Alternatively if your haldi is a simpler affair with just your inner circle, keeping it minimal and simple would ensure the entire focus is on the bride or the groom.
Minimal Elegance: Simple Haldi Decor for Maximum Impact
The simplest option to go with for haldi décor at home is to use strings of yellow marigolds and symmetrically hang them on a white wall behind the bride or groom. You can also get creative and make patterns using the same strings of flowers. Use a small stool as the seat for them to sit on and voila, you just accomplished the easiest DIY décor for a haldi ceremony at home. This also falls into the category of budget-friendly haldi décor.
But you get married only once, so we say go the extra mile! Multiple haldi backdrop ideas already exist that you can borrow if you are doing this event at home. To add a touch of sunshine, you can consider conducting this event on your terrace or balcony. Sunshine plays a huge role in setting the mood of any event and as wedding planners, we always use the sun’s presence while designing our décor. It helps to get the best pictures, too!
Cultural Elements in Decor: Infusing Tradition into Modern Haldi Celebrations
Modern-day haldi ceremonies are all about breaking the ice between two families. They tend to have games, music, dance, and a lot more. Though many couples love these fun additions but prefer to keep the décor looking traditional. The use of banana leaves as a backdrop for the stage and by surrounding the seating area with uralis filled with flowers can definitely set the tone for an authentic and traditional ceremony.
Instead of having separate chairs for the couple, an alternate option is to choose a swing/jhula for the ceremony.
Certain other cultural elements that can be incorporated are kites and decorated Rajasthani umbrellas. The colors and patterns on these items as a stage backdrop for the ceremony adds a vibrancy that photographs extremely well.
Adding a Personal Touch to Haldi Celebrations
Haldi decoration based on the Groom’s and Bride’s attire is one of the most commonly used factors to determine the design for the stage backdrop. The colors used are often complementary to what the couple is wearing. Yellow, white, and green are some industry favorites because you get the best pictures with these hues.
To personalize your Haldi ceremony décor, consider incorporating a custom monogram to create a unique photo booth. This event offers ample opportunity for creativity, so why not include the bride and groom’s favorite snacks? Imagine the delight post a playful Haldi water fight, of being treated to Gol Gappas!
Floral Arrangements: Adding a Touch of Nature to Haldi Décor
Imagine being dressed in white and sitting in front of a full yellow floral wall while your family splashes haldi water on you. That’s one for the ‘gram.
Flowers are our best friend in any wedding décor we do as wedding planners. There are a lot of couples who request us to use artificial flower decoration to ensure that the same flowers can be recycled. If you do host your haldi ceremony at an open venue, then the sky provides the perfect backdrop to hang flowers and make a floral ceiling. There are numerous ways to play around with flowers, like spelling out the couple’s name or monogram.
Flowers are also commonly used for a flower shower picture at the end of the Haldi.
With various options before you, if you’re unsure of what you like, then talk to us! Every single design we do for a wedding has the couple’s story or characters imbibed in them. At The Tales of Tradition, telling the story of the bride and groom who are getting married, is an integral part of our wedding design process. Come to us, and we’ll make your Haldi ceremony decor like none other!
With various options before you, if you’re unsure of what you like, then talk to us! Every single design we do for a wedding has the couple’s story or characters imbibed in them. At The Tales of Tradition, telling the story of the bride and groom who are getting married, is an integral part of our wedding design process. Come to us, and we’ll make your Haldi ceremony decor like none other!
