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Indian wedding decorators: mandap, stage and florals

An Indian wedding decorator designs and builds the look of each event: the mandap for the ceremony, stages for the sangeet and reception, entrances, florals, table settings and lighting. Book one who has built mandaps in your venue type, ask for photos of finished setups, and get every item, setup and teardown in an itemised quote.

Updated 8 November 2026 · Desi Shaadi & Co.

Decorators and florists on Desi Shaadi & Co.

One decorator is listed on Desi Shaadi & Co. as of November 2026, based in New Jersey. Every listing is created by the business itself and reviewed by our team before it goes live.

Deshmi Decors and Events

Decor & Floral · Monroe Twp, NJ

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What does an Indian wedding decorator do?

Decorators plan and install the decor for each event. For the ceremony that usually means the mandap (or the stage for a nikah or reception), aisle and entrance decor, and seating for elders. For the mehndi and sangeet they may build lounge seating, a stage, a backdrop and a dance floor setting, and for the reception the head table, centrepieces and lighting. Many also provide florals, draping, furniture rentals and props.

What should we ask an Indian wedding decorator?

Have you worked at our venue, and do you know its rules on fire, open flames, hanging items and setup times?
Can we see photos of finished setups at real weddings, not only design renders?
How many events can you decorate on the same day, and how fast can you turn a room from ceremony to reception?
What is in the quote: florals, rentals, lighting, delivery, setup, teardown and labour?
Who will be on site on the day, and what happens if an item is damaged?

How do we brief a decorator?

Bring your events, venues, guest counts, colours, outfits and any traditions that need space, such as a fire in the mandap or a swing for the bride. Share photos you like, and say clearly which items matter most so the quote can be shaped to your budget. The vendor checklist shows what to confirm before you sign.

Frequently asked questions

When should we book a wedding decorator?

Around nine to twelve months ahead for a multi-day wedding, after your venue is booked, so the decorator can plan for the spaces you have.

Does the venue provide the mandap?

Some venues have preferred decorators or basic mandaps, but most couples book a decorator to design and build it. Ask your venue what is allowed before you book.

Can one decorator do every event?

Often yes, and it keeps the look consistent. Check that they have enough crew to set up events that are close together.

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