Weddings in India are lavish and gorgeous no matter how you choose to do it. From the simplistic ceremonies that come sans all the bling and loudness, to the big fat Band Baaja Baarat type ceremonies, every Indian wedding has an inherent charm of its own. From the way the wedding banquet hall is done up like a bride or the bride herself, who looks gorgeous on her D-day; from the buffet laid down at the wedding feast to the way the taijis and chachijis don their lavish silks and zardosis, Indian weddings are as much about expression as about experience.
If you are lucky enough to be married in true desi style and with a fat budget at that, here are a few over-the-top ideas for the wedding mandap. While many believe that anything and everything looks good for a wedding mandap, the truth is far from it.
Check out these top Indian mandap styles and go gaga over the limitless choices you can take a cue from.
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1. Regality in simplicity
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This wedding mandap is regal, right from the leaf elephant to the exquisite florals lacing its poles. It appears simple but on closer look, you feel how the orchids have come together for creating a dazzler.
2. Dazzling in pink
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Pretty in pink, this wedding mandap is cleverly arranged to accommodate conservative taste and comfort at the same time. It creates a serene setting while also exhibiting a very modern feel.
3. A fountainy story
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The side fountain locale will not be hard to find given that there are umpteen sites with such scenery to choose from. The mandap itself is kept simple but for the use of carnations and rich silks. The grandeur comes from the effort it must have taken to set up the same at this location.
4. The soothing design
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Who knew white could be so interesting for an Indian wedding! The white lilies have bunched up to create a resplendent effect while the soft white trimmings and carpets around create a soothing feel. Just what the bride and groom would need before saying ‘I do.’
5. Elegance in bloom
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The entrance motifs for this mandap is enthralling as is the generous use of select blooms. The neutral colors are a big hit but the overall appeal comes from the way the mandap is done. Elegant yet over the top, in a subtle way.
6. The perfect mandap
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This showy mandap got me hooked not because it brings together rich purple with lavender and white, but the high perched orchid arrangements and the rich drape which makes the mandap very gorgeous. And yes, it looks expensive to the core!
7. The Edwardian mandap
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The tall grand pillars are picturesque and add an Edwardian feel to the entire mandap. Shaadi mandaps in India are as vital as the centerpieces. Thus, every effort has been made to make guests believe that the mandap is indeed an artistic creation custom-made to match the grandeur of the wedding here.
8. The purple story
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This wedding mandap has been made without much fuss but a lot has been spent on the lighting that creates this halo-like purple effect. The mandap has a regal charm despite being very minimalistic. It is contrast such as these that make Indian weddings an occasion to cherish for life. We bow to white and purple again!
9. The dreamy mandap
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Who knew that a wedding mahurat could be so surreal? This simple white do-up is a classic example of traditional décor, and keeps things gorgeous without causing a dent in the budget. The silk drapes and the tall white pillars are testimony to the love of the bride and groom.
10. The traditional blingy mandap
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In red and gold, this wedding mandap is uber-chic and is also testimony that Indian weddings are a little over the top but very rooted in tradition at their core. The mandap has an easy to recreate design and superfluous draped style.
11. The open air mandap
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An open air wedding mandap, this is one gorgeous wedding pick that is ideal. The tints are gorgeous and the flowy drapes are accentuated by the background. This wedding mandap can be created on an open terrace, a well-mowed backyard, or even on a beach.
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12. The mandap with a twist
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A very hatke pinch to the traditional Indian décor, this wedding mandap is an amalgamation of western symmetry and Indian drapes. The seat is a traditional element as is the rangoli-like floral pattern leading up to the mandap. The colors are toned down, but very bridal.
With these fantabulous designs, you can get married in a grand style. In case you think mandaps are an essential but taken-for-granted part of the Indian wedding, you must have realized how wrong you were to date. Go splurge, get creative, and get going on prepping up your mandap inspired from these top styles we delivered to you.
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