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These Onam decoration ideas will add a festive vibe to your home while filling your heart with joy.
Onam is a harvest festival celebrated across Kerala in honour of King Mahabali, who is believed to visit every Malayali household during this auspicious time. Celebrated during the 1st month of the Malayalam calendar (Chengam), this ten-day-long festival is celebrated with much grandeur among the Malayali community. From decorating the entire house, wearing new clothes, enjoying sumptuous meals to participating in cultural activities like tiger dance, boat race, this festival is quite a grand affair.
Living in a pandemic for over a year now has changed our lifestyle in more ways than one. We have learnt to enjoy festivals and special occasions at home with our close circle of friends and family.
So here we bring to you some simple yet authentic Onam decoration ideas that will bring in the festive vibe to your home. Whether you live close to family or far away you can still create the best possible festive feeling with our quick Onam decor hacks.
Add A Touch Of Tradition To Your Entryway With These Onam Decoration Ideas
A vibrantly decorated and designed entryway is believed to bring in a lot of positivity to a home. So choose the right decor for your foyer area this Onam and bring in the abundance. Start with a decorous floral rangoli popularly known as Pookalam, place a tall brass lamp in the middle and some beautiful oil lamps around it. Kathakali face art, a quintessential handicraft of the state or wall hangings on the wall are perfect for the festive vibe. Adorn your entryway with flowers and torans. And you are all set to welcome your guests and, most importantly, the spirit of King Mahabali.
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Onam Is Incomplete Without Onam Sadya
Food plays an essential role in most traditional Indian festivals. Do not forget to include a beautiful tablescape as part of your Onam decor checklist. Use a beautiful table runner to cover your dining table, place some flowers and lamps in the centre and serve a delicious Sadya on fresh banana leaves for an authentic vibe. If getting fresh banana leaves seems a little difficult, use your favourite traditional brass dining set to serve and enjoy this gastronomic experience with friends and family. If you are looking for Onam decoration ideas to amp up your dining area, add a boat race wallpaper or Kathakali face art that represents Kerala beautifully.
Bring In The Touch Of Onam To Your Bedroom
Decorate your bedroom with white and gold curtains, bedsheets and a bowl full of jasmine flowers. Jasmine flowers leave a lingering fragrance in your room – perfect if you want to spend quality time with your partner after your guests leave. You can get these curtains online or use a Kerala mundu and get them stitched as per your requirement from a local tailor. You can also place an Onam-themed table lamp on the bedside for a warm and inviting feeling. Some cushions with Kathakali faces are also a smart way to bring in layers to your festive decor. Place oil lamps on the side of the window to light up your bedroom this festive season.
Flower Decoration Ideas For Onam
One of the simplest and pocket-friendly ways to set a festive mood in your home is with fresh flowers used generously. They are visually appealing and the pleasant fragrance fills any space with a soothing vibe. You can use garlands, a toran made of fresh leaves or even origami to decorate your pooja room or living room. We also have a few Onam stage decor ideas for you. Bring in a couple of hanging lamps around the pooja room, make a small rangoli in front of the room and decorate it with diyas or place a bowl of flowers and floating lamps on top of it. Arrange all the pooja essentials and you are all set to celebrate Onam with the sweet smell of flowers!
DIY Decoration Ideas For Onam Celebration
If you wish to bring in your creative touch this Onam then DIY decor ideas are a perfect choice. A beautiful Kolam on the wall is an easy and simple hack to give your home a traditional touch. Kolam is believed to protect the house from the evil eye and bestow good luck and prosperity to its dwellers. If you are not great at paintings opt for intricate Kolam wallpapers. They are easy to install and pocket friendly as well. Add fairy lights and garlands to bring in the Onam vibe. Throw in colourful cushions, place a few potted indoor plants and a nice floor rug or carpet for a vibrant look in your living space.
Minimalistic Decoration Ideas For Onam
Looking for a subtle and minimalistic decor for your room that is chic yet festive? If the answer is yes, you will fall in love with this simple Onam decor idea. Just add a small banana plant at the corner of your living room, a bowl of jasmine and a few floating candles on the coffee table. Yes, these simple decor elements together get you Onam ready! This design is perfect for people with hectic work schedules who love simple home decor yet want to enjoy the spirit of this auspicious day in their own little way.
Here you go, a beautifully curated list of Onam decoration ideas for both grand celebrations and simple affairs. Choose a decor idea that fits your requirement and just enjoy the festival with all your heart. And if you want to renovate your home interiors or always wanted your home to be designed by some expert designers this is a perfect time. With our tailor-made designs, easy EMI options, a seamless design process and attractive offers, getting your dream home interiors is a cakewalk.
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