Seven Ways To Upcycle Rustic Indian Decor For Your Wedding!

Indian inspired decor is always going to have our heart- Bangles, Gende ke phool , Temple bells, Banana leaves...you know the works. But what should one do when you run out of ideas to make it look more modern or more enchanting? You grab your laptop and look us up because we are going to give you 7 amazingly cool ways that you can upcycle your Indian decor to make it look contemporary and modern. Traditional ideas but interpreted in a mega modern way, you getit?

Bells Made Of Acrylic or Glass

Devika Narain and Company★ 4.6

Well, bells are bells. Only this time, common household ideas are taking a more modern and minimalistic route. That's why when we spotted these babies made of acrylic and glass we were thrilled. It's quite nice to see bells in a modern avatar. Plus, we love how those roses were nestling sweetly in between them.

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Baby Breath Table Runners

North Water Star★ 4.9

Before you throw in marigolds yet again on the table, rethink your stand. Baby breaths have been taking over smaller functions as the official go-to flowers. Just thrown in a large strand and call it a runner. Done and done!

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Banana Leaf Background 

Devika Narain and Company★ 4.6

Perhaps the most interesting backdrop we have seen in a while. The banana leaf backdrop is both South-Indian and rustic and makes the event look fresher and fun. We love how these banana leaves were upcycled to make a simple and subtle backdrop. Way to go!

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Bangles in Bowls

Dreams To Themes★ 5

Wow, this one is super easy to do. Just grab a few fish bowls and add a marigold layer, then throw in a few colourful bangles and hang it up. How cute is that!!!

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Hanging Mogra 

Picture Courtesy: Mithilesh Choubey Fotografia

Don't know how to add a bit of character to your simple Mehendi? Just add a few hanging mogra flowers and keep it slick. This will definitely make for a great photo-op.

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Petal Colour-Blocking 

The Cheesecake Project★ 4.8

Think about the simplest decor idea you can ever do in minutes? Rose petals, right? Now colour-block them with other flower petals and make it a new-age rangoli. Yummers!

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Pineapples + Coconuts as Vases

Picture Courtesy: Devika Narain and Company★ 4.6 ; Altair★ 5

Throw in some innovative centrepieces and vases - use coconuts or pineapples as vases. Upcycling natural elements to make them fit into a modern story is what it's all about. Have a decor idea that you think needs upcycling? Let us know.