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Behind the Scenes: My Wedding Design Process

byShehnai & ChampagneTakes projects in Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Udaipur, and travels pan-IndiaStarts from650 Per GuestView full gallery

Ever wonder how a vague wedding idea turns into a real-life celebration? Welcome to my world of soulful design—a peek behind the curtain at the mood boards, the sketches, and the quiet chaos that brings your story to life.

The mood board for our 'Mantram' wedding. This is where the vision began, with a focus on sacred verses, a soft pink color palette, and traditional brass elements.

The initial mood board for the 'Sunny Side Up' Haldi. We envisioned a playful theme with a bright, citrusy color palette, whimsical shapes, and fun, modern elements.

A more detailed concept board for the Haldi, focusing on the combination of vibrant florals, striped textiles, and architectural shapes.

The mood board for the 'AnkoredToYou' Tilak ceremony. We chose a rich, earthy color palette with deep blues and reds, paired with traditional paisley prints.

A concept board showing the structural and floral ideas for the Tilak, including arched backdrops and hanging floral installations.

The 'Sunny Sway Soir' mood board. The concept was a carefree, bohemian vibe with a soft color palette, cozy seating, and personalized 'LOVE' cushions.

The vision for our 'Luxe Garden' theme. The mood board focused on an elegant, all-white aesthetic with lush greenery, classic floral arches, and personalized monogrammed cushions.

The 'Regal & Rustic Reverie' mood board. Inspired by Sabyasachi, the vision combined rich maroons and sage greens with rustic textures and grand, personalized elements like the story scroll.

The 'Moroccan Night Fall' Mehendi mood board. We drew inspiration from the vibrant colors of a Moroccan sunset, rustic textures, and exotic patterns.

A concept board detailing the visual elements for the Moroccan theme, including cacti, intricate textile patterns, and layered thread installations.

About From Concept to Creation

I don't just pick flowers. Before a single petal is placed, I spend hours on mood boards, balancing textures, color palettes, and those tiny personal details that actually matter. This is my 'Mantram' phase, where we define the vibe so that when the day comes, the space feels like you, not just a catalog setup.

The journey from a vague idea to a fully realized wedding space is where the real work happens. When you see a beautiful photo of a mandap or a haldi setup, you are seeing the final ten percent of a process that starts weeks or months earlier. My process begins with what I call the mood board phase. This is where we sit down to talk about your story, your inside jokes, and the specific aesthetic you want to capture. We look at colors, fabrics, and even calligraphy styles. It is not just about choosing items that look nice together. It is about checking if the elements hold the right energy. Whether it is a Moroccan-inspired mehendi with rich, sunset hues or an all-white garden theme, everything needs to have a reason for being there. If a prop or a floral installation does not feel true to you, I scrap it. I will never fill space just for the sake of it.

Once the vision is locked, the chaos begins. This is the behind-the-scenes part that people rarely see, involving my team sourcing fabrics, coordinating with vendors, and spending long hours getting the lighting and signage just right. We handle the heavy lifting so that on your big day, the only thing you have to worry about is being present. It is stressful, it is messy, and it is usually done at odd hours, but when we see that final setup come together, it makes all the effort worth it. My goal is to create a space where your guests can look around and instantly recognize your personality in every corner.

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Shehnai & Champagne

Takes projects in Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Udaipur, and travels pan-IndiaStarts from 650 Per Guest

I am Labdhi, the founder of Shehnai & Champagne. I am a flower child at heart who believes decor shouldn't just be looked at—it should be felt. My team and I dive deep into your stories, finding the exact rhythm that makes your event, well, yours. 🧿♥️

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