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BLING, BAAJA,
BARAAT

How to design your wedding décor
with no flowers.
BY KRIPA SINGH

Flowers tend to be a big part of weddings. They uplift any If you have a themed event, look for
space and induce a celebratory feeling. But fresh blooms are elements that will convey the style
often disposed of after an event, contributing to the immense you’re going for. If it’s a nautical
waste caused by the wedding industry. look, put together conch shells
To be more eco-friendly, many couples are choosing to bid and wooden boats. Each table can
adieu to the roses, hydrangeas, and lilies. Instead, people be different, with a variety of little
are exploring alternative ways to decorate their big day, props to create diversity and an
without compromising on the aesthetic. Think of succulents, eclectic aesthetic. Your guests will
foliage, fabric tassels, and sculptures. An array of sustainable surely love it.
elements can add depth, colour, and meaning to your décor LIGHTING AND CANDLES
design. To make it easy, here are five creative ideas that can If you’re going to eliminate flowers,
help you plan your wedding sans flowers.
then the goal should be to replace
SUCCULENTS AND HERBS this important element with another
Go green – quite literally. Instead of floral centrepieces, opt striking element, such as lighting.
for potted plants like succulents or herbs. These not only look fresh and creative but can Your lighting plan can make a room
also be used after the event is over. Your guests can be encouraged to take them home pop with energy. One way to do this is to opt for a statement ceiling installation with
after the event. They’re easy to carry back and you can add tiny cards with tips on how chandeliers and fairy lights. Or create a dramatic backdrop complete with LED bulbs.
to care for the plants. If you’re looking to subdue the mood and create a cosy vibe, use lighting elements that
softly illuminate. Candles come in an array of colours, styles, and sizes, and add a warm
ORIGAMI ART glow to the space.
Find a stack of old magazines and using origami, the Japanese technique of paper folding,
turn the pages into art. You can choose the fold to match the style of your celebration. TEXTILES AND TASSELS
Hang a whole cluster of origami birds for a playful photo-op, or create a table display with Textiles can add depth and volume to your wedding decor. Think of floral printed table
paper flowers for the welcome dinner. The little props will look innovative, and you’ll be linens or textured crepe ceiling drapes. Incorporating fabric is a quick way to create an
giving new life to something that was otherwise collecting dust. impact and replace flowers.
ECLECTIC ELEMENTS Hanging textile tassels or the more traditional gota-patti can lend colour and playfulness to
Unexpected objects often make for the most interesting table arrangements. For example, any event space. If you’re going for a more elegant aesthetic, you can suspend white ribbon
stack a few of your favourite books together, place a geometric sculpture, and add a and crystal strings. The focus will go towards the ceiling and no one will miss the flowers.
terrarium with little greens.

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