Unforgettable Backdrops & Stage Decor
Whether you want a traditional banana leaf setup or a modern floral installation, the stage is the heart of your event. Let's design a backdrop that captures your vision.
A montage showing the variety of stage and mandap designs I can create. From a grand, pink floral mandap to a traditional banana leaf backdrop, each design is tailored to the couple's vision and the event's theme.
For a traditional South Indian Vratham ceremony, we created this simple yet elegant backdrop using fresh banana leaves and delicate strings of marigold and jasmine. It’s a design that is deeply rooted in culture and brings a natural, serene beauty to the event.
Couple seating should be a centerpiece of the decor. For this event, we designed a beautiful seating area with a plush sofa nestled within a lush arch of pink and white roses. It creates a perfect photo opportunity and a special space for the couple.
This elegant white-on-white backdrop is perfect for an engagement or a small, intimate wedding gathering. The clean drapes, hanging Edison bulbs, and asymmetrical floral arrangement create a modern and sophisticated look.
A simple and beautiful floral backdrop designed for a Vratham or engagement ceremony. The wall of green banana leaves is accented with vertical garlands of marigolds and tuberose, flanked by elegant floral stands.
This clip poses the question: traditional or modern? It contrasts a vibrant, desi-style backdrop made of banana leaves and marigolds with a chic, modern stage setup using white drapes and subtle florals.
Another example of a simple and classy traditional backdrop. This design uses a wall of banana leaves with a beautiful scalloped arrangement of jasmine and marigold strings, perfect for a naming ceremony or puja.
About this collection
I often work with couples who are torn between keeping it traditional and wanting a modern aesthetic. My approach is to bridge that gap by mixing materials. For instance, we might use fresh banana leaves for a classic, rooted-in-tradition base, and then modernize the entire setup with contemporary lighting and intentional floral accents that suit your specific venue.
The stage or mandap is where the most important moments of your day happen. Whether you are planning a traditional Vratham, a lively sangeet, or a formal reception, the backdrop provides the framing for every photo you will look back on for years to come.
My Approach to Backdrop Design
Every project starts with a mood board. I do not believe in cookie-cutter designs. We sit down, have a coffee, and discuss what you actually love. If you want a wall of marigolds, we will do it with the freshest blooms sourced that morning. If you prefer a clean, minimalist look with white drapes and warm Edison bulbs, we will focus on the geometry and lighting to get that crisp, elegant finish.
Practical Details for Your Event
- Material Selection: I work with everything from fresh banana leaves and jasmine strings to imported carnations and premium silk drapes.
- Lighting: Lighting is 50% of the decor. I don't just use standard spots. We layer focus lights and ambient fairy lights to ensure the stage looks good in person and on camera.
- Installation: My team handles the complete setup. We factor in structural stability for the backdrop and ensure the furniture—whether it is a brass urli or a plush sofa—fits the scale of the stage.
Why Planning Matters
Things can get hectic, especially with outdoor setups in Bengaluru's unpredictable weather. By handling the logistics, from vendor coordination to on-site supervision, I ensure that your stage setup is ready long before your first guest arrives. You shouldn't be worrying about whether the flowers are fresh or if the lights are dimmed correctly; that is my job.
Weddings by Sharmilla Shah
I'm Sharmilla. I don't just plan events; I help families tell their stories. When it comes to your stage, I take your vision and mix in the right blend of tradition and design to make it feel entirely yours.
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