The greatest marriages are built on teamwork, a mutual respect, a healthy dose of admiration and a never-ending potion of love and grace. Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is a progress and working together is a success. A great marriage is not something that just happens, it is something that must be created. And this is the guide to make your marriage memorable. Your wedlock should be special. Let’s think different to make this forever alliance unforgettable.

         The decoration is an important part of making an event attractive. It is vital for setting the mood, framing the emotions and underscoring the importance of the event. Here are few decor trends to make your wedding royal and unique -

1) Mughal wedding decor -

Wedding decor in Mughal style

Mughal style usually includes a rich palette of colors which includes colors like Red, Green and Gold. The decor trend became more popular with the marriage of ‘Chhote Nawab Saif and Begum Kareena’.

• The entrance can be designed like the Royal door to welcome the guests. The invitation cards can be designed with photographs of Royal nawabs –begum at the backdrop. Cards can be accompanied with sweets, Silver boxes, Organza, Zari Motifs etc.

• Guests should be asked to come in Mughaliya attire like Churidar Kurta, Pyjamas, Stoles, Ghagra and Sarees with Chikan work with lots of Meenakari.

• Kundan jewelry.

• Two hostesses in exquisite costumes like Anarkali extend an imperial welcome to guests by spraying ‘Ittar’ and Rose petals.

• The pre-function area can be built in Chabootra style. The musician stage can be decorated with the flower vases and centerpieces.

• The stage and area can be decorated like a Mughal garden. The main hall should be arranged for Shahi-dawat.

• Murals of kings and queens should be displayed as the backdrop of the stage.

• Qawwali and kathak dances will serve the wedding entertainment.

• Pillars on the wedding stage should be beautifully carved and should look finely attractive. The common basics and Mughal wedding theme are royalty, elegance and its grandeur.

2) Polka dot decor trend -

Polka dot theme invitation, cake, shoes and napkin

Polka dot theme will always give a wedding a stylish look. Follow some of the following points and you will set up a trend.

• Polka dot designed cake can be ordered for the marriage. Many cake designers designs such kind of cakes. Cakes are dotted on white or black colored cake and thus looks elegant.

• Sweet and elegant veil van be designed with polka dot pattern for the bride.

• Gold polka dotted photo booth can be prepared to shoot photos at the event.

• Bride’s gown can be designed with the polka dot design. It will give her charming look.

• The bride can wear a polka dot designed bow-tie.

• Polka dots theme can be used to design invitation cards. Black dots on the white card will serve the beautiful purpose.

• A bridesmaid can wear polka dotted skirt and plain top. This will give them a unique look.

• Polka dot lanterns with polka dot flowers will suit the surrounding.

• Men can be advised to wear polka dot neckties.  

• Polka dot table runners will serve the theme and give an artistic look.

• Straws designed with polka dots can be served with beverages. It will look more modish.

• Bridesmaids can be given gifts in boxes designed with polka dot theme.

• Napkins with polka dot themes can be displayed on the table to have a chic look!

• Feast can be served in the polka dotted dishes. Really a tasteful idea!!

• Personalized bags can have a polka dot design on it.

• Polka dot ballerina shoes or wedges can be used by women attending the marriage.

3) Beach decor trend -

Aisle and arch decorated with flowers, driftwood and drapes

Wedding destination can be a beach itself. It will provide a naturalistic decor trend.

• Initials of bride and bridegroom name can be written using shells and displayed on the barn doors at the stage or at the entrance.

• Chairs can be decorated with the natural starfish decoration. That would be a smart idea!

• Buffet and reception tables too can be decorated with it.

• Simple and stylish starfish boutonniere could be a great accessory for bridegroom and groomsmen. It will give them a totally classy look!!

• A Starfish boutonniere can be used as dress pin or hat pin as well.

• Miniature Adirondack chairs with natural starfish can act as topping on the stylish wedding cake. Truly an exclusive idea!

• Flower and coral centerpieces can be used to make entrance elegant and stylish.

• Seashell candles can be ignited to create a cozy atmosphere.

• Starfish Garland can be used to decorate the stage. Convert a stage into graceful place!

• Driftwood screen can be used to make entrance remarkable.

• Starfish garlands flowers, driftwood and drapes can be used to decorate aisle and arch.

• Starfish, sand and tropical plants too can be used to decorate the aisles.

• Candle votive can be used to make scene natural and romantic.

• Orchard tree in a big pot can be a stunning centerpiece!

• Use string lights to lighten up the aisle and surrounding in the evening.

• Adorable beach wagons can be made available for the little ones coming with guests.

• Shell-shaped purse designed for the bride will add to the beach décor trend.

• Barefoot sandals designed for all the women will help them enjoy a touch of the soft sand.

4) Go Green decor trend -

Decoration with wild flowers and little plants at the dining table

The green trend will not only introduce new ideas but will also add to the eco-friendly ideas that one can implement in the wedding decoration. Besides nature has its own inborn beauty to display which will give decoration a stunning beauty that will captivate everyone!!

• Table runner made from jute webbing can be used. It will add to the snappy look!

• Aisle can be decorated with burlap aisle runner. It will provide a charming beauty to the area!

• Wedding location can be a huge garden, farm or a vineyard.

• Instead of wasting papers one can go for beautiful online invites.

• Floral centerpieces will decorate the stage and pre-function area.

• Miniature metal watering cans can be distributed as favors.

• To decorate the area and give it a natural look lush wildflowers can be used.

• Organic-dyed material like burlap and flax can be used as a tablecloth.

• Origami purses and newspaper designed bags can be used instead of plastic bags.

5) Metallic decor trends -

Wedding decorations in the combination of Golden and Silver

Metal has its own luster and shines to provide. It can lighten the area with its beauty. To decorate wedding area with metallic trend, implement following ideas -

• Use mercury votive. This will add a vintage touch and will transport your guests to a magical place.

• Choose sparkling attires with perfect combinations.

• Choose Golden or Silver ornaments for bride and bridegroom.

• Choose foil wrappers to provide desserts and sweets.

• Use shimmering fabrics to drape backdrop stage.

• The combination of silver and purple color on invitation cards will sparkle the cards and invitees will get the rakish idea of décor trend.

• Feast can be served in the silver dishes.

• Favors can be served in golden and silver colored bags.

           Each one has its own uniqueness to serve. Each theme delivers its own royal look and a cozy feeling. Marriage is a special day for everyone. Let’s make it grand, memorable and unique. These trends will surely help you to build rejoiced moments of your life!