Fairy lights used to brighten windows and balconies
Marigolds are the usual choice, and they look best when used sparingly. A garland on the main door, a wide bowl of floating petals on the table and one vase near the puja corner are plenty. Pick one flower in one or two shades. A small vase on every surface turns into clutter quickly, and fresh flowers shed petals that you’ll find in odd places for days. A few fuller arrangements look richer than lots of thin ones, and they need less looking after. You can also add some mango leaf hangings with Shubh Labh written to give a new look to your door decor.
The festive spirit is soaring this Diwali, and it is time to dress your humble abode in its finest glow. The choices are endless: glimmering diyas, shimmering string lights, fragrant marigolds, ornate torans and intricate rangoli. But a home overloaded with decor quickly loses its charm and ends up looking chaotic instead of celebratory. If you live in a compact space and want it to look its best, fret not; we have you covered. When floor space is limited, restraint is the smartest move. Keep the look chic, polished and minimalist, and let the traditional touches do the talking. Here are seven ways to turn your cosy little apartment into a warm, radiant and clutter-free Diwali haven. Choose one spot and put your best things there. The wall beside the front door works well, as does the puja corner or a console table. Use a big brass urli with floating flowers, a full-length toran, or one good lantern. Guests look at that spot first, and the other corners can stay plain without anyone thinking they were forgotten. Scattering small pieces on every shelf gives the eye twenty things to look at and nowhere to settle.
