Weddings are more than just ceremonies, they are storytelling in motion, a delicate choreography of love, personality and design. This year, leading wedding planners in Nepal share how they transform a couple’s journey into breathtaking realities, balancing aesthetics, emotion and personal expression.
Bringing Love Stories to Life
For Dipesh Bhattarai, CEO of Garima Florist, the journey begins with conversation. “We always begin by sitting down with the couple in a familiar and comfortable environment where they can openly share their thoughts,” he explains. “From there, we learn about their journey and love story which helps us understand what truly represents them.”
Preeti Jha and Ansarul Haque, founders of Royal Voyage Weddings, echo the sentiment. “We start by understanding their journey, style and shared experiences through personal consultations. This leads to the creation of custom mood boards that reflect their unique story through colours, textures and meaningful details,” they say. Every element, from décor to lighting, is carefully chosen to create an atmosphere where guests instantly feel, “This is so them.”
Shweta Pradhan Joshi, CEO of Clover Events, emphasises the importance of personalisation. “We dive into their values, likes, dislikes, and the little quirks that define them. This helps to make sure that the design is not just beautiful but meaningful,” she says.
Nishi Tibrewala, Director of Silver Lining Events, adds that even colour choice and cultural traditions play a crucial role: “Colours play a very important part in enhancing the sets. Another very important aspect is integrating traditions, heritage and family elements to connect the whole design element with their roots.”
Memorable Moments
Looking back, each planner recalls weddings that left a lasting impression. Dipesh describes the union of Khushi and Jayant in March as “an unforgettable experience that showcased the best of teamwork, creativity and love.”
Preeti and Ansarul reflect on their own wedding, “a union of two cultures: Hindu and Muslim. Every guest who was present came purely out of love and connection. That experience continues to inspire the way I look at every wedding we help bring to life.”
Shweta recounts a challenging an intercultural wedding amidst the floods, “It felt like a true celebration of their love and persistence: deeply authentic, filled with emotion, and proof that design becomes powerful when it carries meaning.”
Nishi highlights innovative design trends internationally and notes a standout project of Dr. Medha Devkota and Dave’s wedding, blending Nepali culture to an international wedding. “The involvement of the couple in discussing even the smaller details with us brought the whole wedding to life,” she says.
The Essentials of Set Design
Across planners, certain principles remain non-negotiable. Dipesh stresses, “A wedding set design should always reflect the couple’s personality and story, décor design that complements the venue’s architecture, and it all is brought to life with the perfect colour palette.”
Preeti and Ansarul prioritise flow, lighting and personalisation. “It is key to a seamless event. Lighting sets the tone. Personalisation ensures the set design reflects the couple’s unique story, style and values.”
Shweta expands by highlighting micro-details: “Without personalisation, a wedding can look beautiful but still feel generic. Lighting and sound create an atmosphere that not only enhances the décor but also amplifies the emotions of the day.”
Nishi emphasises guest experience, comfort and practical contingencies for unpredictable weather.
Regrets and Lessons
Dipesh notes, “Couples often cut corners on planning support, ambience and high-quality photography while focusing only on the main décor and overlooking the smaller details.” Preeti and Ansarul add that opting for cheaper, inauthentic designers frequently leads to disappointment. Shweta advises investing in personalised décor and experienced planners, while Nishi cautions against over or under decorating and using substandard materials.
Looking Ahead to 2026
So, what trends are shaping the future of weddings?
Dipesh predicts, “Neo-classical elegance and spring-garden freshness with softer pastels, ivory, sage and muted metallics complemented by prop-based setups and statement florals”.
Preeti and Ansarul foresee a fusion of personalisation, cultural heritage and dramatic décor creating unforgettable spaces.
Shweta observes “Dramatic themes with rich gold accents while guest experience becoming central”.
Nishi sees bold colour palettes, opulent draping, and interactive, personalised guest experiences dominating.
For these planners, each wedding is not merely a ceremony, it is a canvas of love, culture and emotion.
