Week 11 - Arbors, Chuppahs and Mandaps
Arbors, Mandaps and Chuppahs
So our clients get married in front of and inside of structures. There are so many options available and so many that will continue to spring up. However, the types of ceremonies and these three basic structures have been staples since I have been in the wedding and event business.
My best advise for every event florist is to purchase a set of pipe and base that can be used for any of the three structures. Here is a link to purchase the most basic adjustable pipe and base set. Purchasing two of these will give the flexibility to create an arbor, mandap or chuppah.
https://www.eventdecordirect.com/catalog/1-panel-pipe-and-drape-kit-backdrop-7-12-feet-tall-adjustable-p-916.html
It is important to understand the basics of the ceremonies you may be asked to flower so that you can give educated advise to clients. I have added some links below that include the traditions as well as the florals needed.
Jewish and Orthodox Jewish Weddings
https://www.brides.com/jewish-wedding-traditions-4783360
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxsTbM67sH0
Indian Weddings
https://www.manhattanbride.com/insights/indian/
https://www.sodjla.com/post/indian-wedding-traditions-customs
Chinese Weddings
https://www.linandjirsa.com/chinese-wedding-customs/
https://www.brides.com/chinese-wedding-traditions-5077983
Korean Weddings
https://www.wedaways.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-korean-wedding-customs-traditions/
Japanese Weddings
African Weddings
http://africanweddingtraditions.com/african-wedding-rituals.html