The festive season is upon us this August and Mumbaikars have got a chance to decorate their homes once again. They have probably already started with Raksha Bandhan and Janmashtami but with Ganesh Chaturthi, one of the city’s favourite festivals coming up later this month, people will go the extra mile. While the celebrations were limited last year, the fact that this year they can invite people over means that they will want to impress and so make the most of the opportunity this time. After all, the true essence of Indian festivals is the elaborate decorations along with the food and rituals. 

Yes, the spirit is festive but this season also brings with it the rain, which is a deterrent when it comes to home décor because there is always additional maintenance. While taking care of your house from moisture and humidity is a priority now, experts say, you can still bring out the festive fervour with minimal effort. Reshma Chhabria, founder and creative head at HIIH, shares, “Everything looks prettier during the monsoons. Trees look greener and flowers look fresher. Bringing some of that freshness into the home makes for a happy place. Add potted plants and dainty flower arrangements around the house, accentuate those with string light lanterns to create a warm cosy space.”