‘Genda Phool’, the colloquial name for marigold decor is an important part of Indian weddings and is an irreplaceable aspect that adds a different aura and adds a much-needed Indian touch to the wedding event. Despite all that, at a time it reached its peak and there was a bit of saturation of the flower in every wedding you look at.
But now there has been a resurgence in the use of marigold in Indian weddings and the flower has made a grand comeback. It never fails to capture the hearts of the guests and onlookers with its vibrant tone and traditional importance. It is truly a timeless flower that can be a great addition to an Indian wedding in every sense.
If you’re planning on making the next step in your life and getting married in this year or soon, this is the perfect post. Everything that follows will give you wonderful ideas of the best marigold décor you’ll see anywhere.Â
Haldi decoration with marigold
Haldi and Marigold, are a perfect combination! Even the color tones match and complement each other perfectly. If you’re looking to go with simplicity and tradition, the perfect haldi décor ideas are with marigolds. You get a sun-kissed vibe from the decoration and everything matches the event properly.
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Mehendi decoration with marigold
One of the most sought-after events in a wedding is the mehendi ceremony, and what better flower to decorate the space than a marigold? Everyone wants to click aesthetic pictures in the mehendi ceremony and Marigold does the perfect job of adding that aesthetic touch to the event and elevating the charming vibe throughout the event.
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A bridal bouquet with marigold. Why not?
It can be a common misconception that bridal bouquets can’t have marigolds. Instead, it is a great flower to add the missing element in the bouquet. When added with the perfect combinations, the bridal bouquets can be an amazing token to decorate with marigolds.Â
A perfect photo destination
You can definitely create a photographic spot in a corner with strands of marigold. It definitely adds that aesthetic touch to the place and makes up for a perfect place for everyone to come and take a photo with a serene backdrop and an amazing foreground.
The gateway to a new journey?
Marigolds can form the perfect arch for hosting your engagement ceremony. It can be the very gateway to your new life and help you out in the journey ahead with wonderful memories. Save this idea for later as it is unique as well as romantic.Â
More haldi decoration
The best décor ideas with marigolds involve the haldi ceremony and for good reasons. It is the best place to fall in love more deeply than ever and want a perfect and happy life. As you get closer to your big day, you want to remember everyday vividly. There is no way better than a great haldi décor to decorate your haldi ceremony.
Vivid marigold decors for every corner!
Being a versatile flower, you can literally decorate any corner of your house with it and it will radiate a positive aura and capture all the attention. It can be the best décor you do for your wedding.
Eye-catching décor for the mandap!
Adding marigolds to decorate the mandap instantly adds an amazing positive aura to the mandap. It adds a bright colour scheme which attracts everyone. The versatility with which you can decide to decorate with marigold is limitless and you can do what you want.
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Indoor decorations
During a wedding, you have guests visiting you all the time. So it is natural to have your house decorated too. Adding marigold to your interior décor will add that Indian touch and make the appearance more attractive and eye-catching.
Minimal vibes for a photographic spot!
You should definitely go all in to create a few spots to take good photos. After all, photos are the gateway to reliving the memories you make. Decorating minimally with marigolds is an amazing idea to execute.
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Entrance décor
One of the most important decorations you need in a wedding event. The entrance is important as it is the first thing that people see when entering your wedding. It should always have that traditional touch that Indian weddings are known for.
A minimal entrance marigold path
There are a lot of ways to decorate your entrance with marigolds, however the most intriguing design is when you add marigolds in a minimal way. It can be an overhead network or hanging from the side of the entrance. Overall it provides a very calm outlook to the entrance.Â
More mandap decorations!
Mandap is one of the most decorated parts of a wedding and is generally covered in marigolds. Marigold as mentioned adds a vibrant tone and positive aura to the overall decoration and adds a calm and composed vibe. These mandap decorations are easy to follow and can be easily created.
 
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Wedding cake marigold?
Ever thought about this combination? It sounds a bit different at first but you will definitely enjoy cutting a beautiful wedding cake adorned with marigold. You can remove it anytime you want but it adds a feeling of home to the cake cutting ceremony. It is an amazing idea to execute which will make you stand out from the rest as this is not something that you will find in every wedding.Â
A handmade floral rangoli
Having different color options in marigold is a blessing that makes it so versatile and useful in décor. A floral rangoli looks very nice and is fun to make. It can be an additional fun activity in your wedding event and can add a warm and beautiful aura. With proper lighting, the floral rangolis look amazing and like a piece of art.Â
A dinner table décor with marigold
If you are planning for a modern wedding in the Western style, having a dinner table setting for everyone, this is perfect! You can have a marigold décor dinner table setting where everyone can bond and have a meal together, creating memories. It captures the essence of a modern Western wedding, keeping intact the traditional approach of an Indian wedding. It acts as the perfect joining bridge between the two beautiful cultures.
Living room, decorated with marigolds
The living room is the first impression maker of your home. So you would want to make it look as flawless as possible. You cannot elevate the looks of your living room more than using some marigold décor all around. It adds a beautiful vibe to the room and you can easily create some amazing designs in short amounts of time.
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Alternative stripes to have contrast
This is perfect for South Indian weddings. The color combination S and the decorations match perfectly with the vibe of the wedding. Once again the different colour options available in marigold comes in handy. You can add alternate stripes adding more contrast and eye-catching to the guests. It is a great way to take the decoration of the event up a notch.Â
A floral curtain for the photoshoot
A wedding photoshoot is one that you keep lifelong. It acts as a path to relive this magical day. It acts as a gateway to the past and puts a smile on your face when you look back. So the photoshoot should hold some meaning. It is best when decorated with amazing marigold patterns or hanging them to create a floral screen. It really takes the level up a notch.Â
Matching floral designs with your lehenga?
You can definitely add the decorations in a matching tone with your wedding lehenga. This way you can easily create a color tone to compliment your dress and can be a unique approach to the event. This has been done earlier in many weddings and has always produced unmatched results.Â
A grand mandap design
If you have invested in having a bigger mandap with decent height then this design is what you should crave. A marigold décor from a decent height is what will take the spotlight at the wedding. It looks marvelous and can be the best design that you can choose to go for in your wedding. The mandaps are the most decorated and attended part in a wedding event. Everyone takes a close look at the mandap and it is best if you decorate it to the absolute peak.
A chandelier? With marigold?
Why not? You can definitely step out of the box and go for something very unique and something that is not seen a lot in weddings. You can make chandeliers out of marigold and it can be one of the most mesmerizing things that you can see. It captures the hearts of people immediately and being unique, leaves everyone awestruck at the use of marigold in a nonstereotypical way.
 
Ceiling décor with marigold
This will be more relatable to you if you live abroad and looking to incorporate the desi genda phool into your dream wedding. You can definitely keep the Western vibe alive by using marigolds to create unique ceiling decors that can steal the spotlight from you. It is an amazing idea to work on and create something unique. It is a great opportunity to work your creative mind to create something amazing.
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Grand entrance, draped with marigold!
If you want to have a huge entrance gate to welcome the guests to an amazing party, then this is the best design you can go for. There is nothing more eye-catching and sober than having a huge gate to the wedding events draped in marigolds. The vibrant colors of the marigold add more integrity to the gate and the event. Everyone feels welcome and well-received when you go for such designs at your wedding.
A floral umbrella while walking down the aisle?
There have been a handful of unique ideas throughout this article, this stands out even among them. You think of wall and ceiling décor when decorating with marigolds. Sometimes people go for rangolis. But it is also a unique and charming idea to drape an umbrella with marigolds to make it look like an umbrella made of marigolds. It can be used by your bridesmaids while you walk down the aisle. These personal touches add to the intimacy of a wedding and leave a long-lasting memory of the grandeur that it is.
Floral string curtains
These are a versatile piece of décor as they serve more than one purpose and handles everything easily. It adds to a traditional touch and helps you to have a great photogenic spot to take beautiful photos. It adds to the vibrant colors and a beautiful contrast between itself. You can easily understand the multiple purposes that this serves easily.
A ceiling-like screen of marigold?
Hold on if you are going for an outdoor wedding. These look very aesthetic and gorgeous. If you have an outdoor wedding planned and are looking for some aesthetic options, go for this. Although this is not a perfect décor for indoor weddings, it can be just perfect for any outdoor wedding event that you organize.
Ombre effect in the mandap
This is a great color combination that you can go for. The marigold captures the essence very well and can be a great option for you to work on. The mandap gets an added layer of beauty when you go for such designs and it is definitely worth giving a try.
These were the most beautiful and unique wedding décor ideas where you can incorporate marigolds. Marigold has played an important part in every Indian’s life through and through. We have seen the use of marigolds in our households since our childhood and that makes marigold the perfect flower to mark a new chapter in everyone’s life. You can pick any of the marigold decorating ideas even for puja functions if not a wedding. As mentioned multiple times, there is no other flower as versatile as marigold when it comes to decorating ideas.Â
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