5 wedding décor trends that can be translated into homes

1. Tulips, Ranunculus and Hydrangeas

Flowers have always been known to make a statement at weddings, but this season, beautiful blooms are being taken to the next level, not only in the event decor but also in the realm of interior design. As the guest lists have become compact, couples are working on being intentional about every detail. From customised floral room hampers, to statement tablescapes and naturally beautiful aisle decorations, there's a lot more care and attention given to blooms. So, what flowers are in season? "December is a great month for flowers as the cooler weather helps support more fragile varieties that normally can’t withstand the Indian heat. Tulips, Ranunculus, Hydrangeas all work well for weddings. You even get good quality roses in December that can add bulk where needed," shares Nazneen Jehangir, founder, Libellule Lifestyle.

2. Pastels #FTW

"People are returning to the big celebrations after such a long break, and it's all hearts out—whatever was on their Pinterest boards is all coming to life. For winter day weddings, it is pastels while in the evenings, the palette is moving to deep rich, royal tones of emeralds and rubies," says Shweta Acharya, co-founder, Baraati Inc. The best pick for pre-wedding décor is definitely yellow, while pastel pink or powder blue still steals the show on the D-Day. Seats draped in lavender or fuschia hues, long curtains, cascading flower backdrops paired with pink furniture, pastel-hued cushions, flowing ribbons tied to chairs, vibrant table napkins, etc all can be used to incorporate the colour theme. And if you want to go the extra mile, choose food to reflect the colour theme as well. From colourful macaroons, cakes to a cotton candy station, serve up a delicious platter of colour.

Interior Design Tip: Pastels translate very well in interiors, and if subtlety is your strong suit, then a whimsical yet restrained home can be easily achieved. Think of muted sofas with light-toned, pastel cushions. A small, vibrant area rug in a neutral space can anchor the space and add a dose of charm. Hand-painted wooden crates in the garden, turquoise pool chairs, and blush pink flowers for the coffee table can seal the deal.

3. Zero-Waste Ceremonies

Going green with wedding celebrations translates to all aspects of wedding planning—from e-invites, no single-use plastics, to using local décor elements. And in 2021, people are more aware of their footprint than ever before. "Recycling or upcycling your wedding flowers is a great way to lower your footprint—ask your florist to deconstruct what can be saved at the beginning of planning your event. The flowers can easily be used in vases around your home and gifted to loved ones. We can even have these flowers sent to old age homes and cancer hospitals," advises Jehangir. Apart from flowers, hiring reusable items such as furniture, lighting, accessories instead of buying new is a great way to go. Runners and napkins made from hessian, hemp or pure linen, reusable crockery and cutlery, handmade paper place cards, rattan décor, macrame tassel chandeliers, low energy LED lights and "the use of jute, bamboo and cane furniture has become big," Acharya says.

Interior Design Tip: Living in harmony with nature isn't all that complicated if you put your heart in it. Many of the wedding décor elements can be easily moved into the home—from flowers, baskets, hampers, curtains, lights to fabrics, jars and more. Also consciously using repurposed furniture, buying from thrift stores and choosing energy star appliances can help bring down your carbon contribution.

4. Outdoor Décor

With social distancing being the need of the hour, the popularity of outdoor weddings has increased tenfold. From romantic, back-garden weddings at home to enchanted lawns at five star properties, all are taking centre stage. Wide open outdoors enhanced with dramatic and bold arches, long picnic tables, fairy lights around trees, pumpkin patches for children to play around in, large  terracotta vases, outdoor sculptures, photo-op tents and more are gaining popularity. All along with all COVID protocols in place.