If there is one décor element that truly earns its MVP badge at a wedding, it is the mandap. It frames the most photographed moments of the day, from sacred vows to emotional embraces, becoming the visual memory that lives on long after the celebrations end. More than a ceremonial structure, the mandap is also a reflection of the couple’s personality and aesthetic sensibility.
What makes it truly special is how endlessly it can be customised. Couples drawn to tradition can choose royal mandaps with ornate pillars and rich florals that echo palace weddings. Those with a flair for drama can gravitate towards immersive designs, layered with cascading blooms and atmospheric lighting. Mirror mandaps appeal to modern romantics who love a touch of theatricality, while pastel-hued setups with delicate flowers speak to minimalists with a romantic, poetic sensibility. Florals remain the common thread, tying every theme together with emotion and elegance.
Behind many such unforgettable mandaps is Timmy Kader of 1SW Events, a true artist who treats flowers as her medium. With an intuitive sense of scale, texture and mood, the award-winning wedding planner and decoration specialist transforms mandaps into living floral fantasies.
The Nature Lovers
Grounded souls who feel most themselves under a canopy of greens and florals. In this exquisite design that went viral, the tree becomes the mandap, draped with cascading mogra and soft lights, blurring the line between décor and nature. As Timmy says, it should feel “as if blooming in a garden,” never constructed.
The Heritage Seekers
Culture lovers who chase stories and not trends, this mandap is for you. Carved arches, jaal work on the construction, traditional craftsmanship and floral accents bring warmth to this silhouette. The design feels rooted and soulful, celebrating history through texture and form, while the flowers soften and romanticise the structure.
The Earthy Dreamers
As a couple, you’re grounded, soulful and drawn to nature over spectacle. This mandap blends pampas grass, dried foliage and muted tones, softened by fresh florals that add romance and life. The result feels organic and tactile, where wild textures and delicate blooms coexist in effortless harmony.
The Modern Minimalists
They love clean lines, curated details and calm energy. This mandap relies on structure first, florals second, proving Timmy’s belief that “It should be a structure that allows you to dress the flowers in a unique way.” Neutral palettes and thoughtful spacing keep it refined and architectural.
The Drama Lovers
They believe more is more, especially when it comes to flowers. Layered installations, mixed blooms and overflowing corners define this mandap. Staying true to Timmy’s philosophy, “textures and varieties work together to create visual richness without chaos. Go a little experimental and jewel toned with colours.”
The Glamour Aficionados
They love a little drama and a lot of polish, whether it is their clothes or jewellery. This mandap is all about reflection and symmetry, with a mirrored aisle, soft pastel florals and candlelit accents. Every detail is designed to glow, creating a setting that feels opulent, theatrical and show-stopping.
The Traditionalists
For couples who are deeply rooted into their heritage, this one by 1SW Events is for them. This mandap leans into tradition with lush, large-format blooms and rich colour saturation, creating a sense of abundance and auspiciousness. Structured arches anchor the design and the dense florals signal joy, prosperity and the timeless grandeur of classic wedding rituals.
The Royals
Born for grandeur and steeped in tradition, this mandap is a masterclass in regal Indian aesthetics. Intricately carved cutwork structures form a palatial silhouette, layered with detailed installations and cascading floral arrangements. The florals do more than decorate here. They elevate the mandap, transforming it into a vision worthy of a royal Indian wedding that’s ornamental.
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