Beauties, Mandaps and more than a splash of colour

Mandaps are the spiritual stage for Hindu and Jain marriages. Originally made from wood, these spectacles come is all sizes, shapes and forms and the decoration and customisation is an endless list of flowers, drapery, lighting, crystals and statues...

Below are some beautifully pristine images of chic, style-savvy, spiritual hubs, they really do take your breath away. There is something pretty fantastic about Hindu weddings and the idea that they don’t need to be in a holy temple. They can be anywhere, any location, and morph into whichever way you want your Mandap to look like.

Imagine your Mandap on a beach with no backdrop so you see the ocean through the back, or at the top of a hill where you can have the horizon in view, in a beautiful marquee, abroad – somewhere phenomenal, in a hall, in your house. They really are amazing things that can be put up anywhere and taken down easily.

Then of course they can be made from carved wood, simple pillars, metal framework, draped in bright silk colours, decorated with pearls and crystals, floral arrangements, they can be as elaborate as you want to as simple and chic as you want.

When planning your wedding and deciding on the design of your Mandap, an eye for detail is a must and doing your research is key. Make sure you browse through all the catalogues at your local Mandap hire company, look at what they offer and how they can help you make your Mandap special.

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I hope you are feeling inspired and creative.

If you need any help or advice on your wedding mandap or need advise on planning your big day, don't be afraid to drop me an email and I will be more than happy to help or put you in touch with an expert! You can email me on r.singh@rsbridalgroup.co.uk.

Have a beautiful weekend!!

Rachyeta xxx