The joyous and lively Navratri festival is upon us, bringing with it a nine days celebration of music, dance, feasting and fun. As you are getting ready for the arrival of the divine forces of Goddess Durga into your home, why not creating an atmosphere that is brimming with colors and life-enhancing decor? Right from a unique furniture accent to a fragrant ornament, here is a list of fifteen home decor inspirations that will add spark to your home and make this year’s Navaratri deeply memorable.

Raghunandan Saraf, CEO and Founder, Saraf Furniture, say, “The furniture decor has an important purpose in creating an atmosphere for Navratri celebrations which in turn brings into your home festive mood and cultural richness.”

While, Ridhima Kansal, Director, Rosemoore, believes, “ Fragrances are the essence of Navratri celebrations, creating the mood and atmosphere that make the celebrations more enjoyable by your sense of smell and adding a spiritual touch to your home.

For Nidhi Aggarwal, Founder, SpaceMantra, it’s all about creating stunning Navratri fruit and flower arrangements, Aggarwal adds, “Incorporate the vibrant colors of Navratri by selecting the best seasonal fruits and flowers. Arrange them in beautiful dishes that can double as candlestick holders or centerpieces. These arrangements will add a festive touch to your dining table and enhance the ambiance in every room of your home.”

Here are some ideas to incorporate furniture and floral decor into your Navratri festivities:

1. Colorful Seating ArrangementsIncorporate chairs with stunning colors and intricate decorations that project the cultural importance of Navratri festival. For your seating arrangement, select sofas, chairs, and ottomans embellished with traditional designs like paisleys, florals, and geometric patterns in the color tones of red, green, yellow, and blue.
2. Ornate Puja Mantels and CabinetsCreate a dedicated space with and carvings of deities, floral motifs, and auspicious symbols where various puja rituals are conducted. Show idol, sacred scriptures and necessary ingredients of your worship on the decorative pieces which will add to the spiritual ambiance of house.
3. Rangoli-Inspired Coffee Table DecorUse rangoli-inspired decoratives to adorn your coffee table with things like rangoli stencils in different colors, candles floating in small bowls filled with water and flower petals or some brass diyas arranged in complex patterns as the centerpiece of your coffee table.
4. Floor Seating with Cushions and RugsEstablish a cozy and relaxed ambiance using floor seating option with comfy cushions and patterned rugs as accessories. Arrange the floor cushions and pillows into a semi- or quarter-circle pattern around a low-rise coffee table, and make this configuration as conducive as possible for talks by creating a cozy and informal ambiance.
5. Modular Furniture for FlexibilityOpt for modular furniture pieces that offer flexibility and versatility, allowing you to rearrange your space to accommodate different Navratri activities such as dancing, dining, and socializing. Look for sectional sofas, nesting tables, and ottomans that can be easily moved and reconfigured as needed.
6. lluminate with Scented CandlesUse scented candles of sandalwood, jasmine, and rose scents among others to superimpose warmness and inviting atmosphere. Place them in key spots around your house or garden so that light will sparkle and add spiced air purity to your space.
7. Enhance with Reed Diffusers While scented candles address the need for fragrance at night, reed diffusers release subtle aromas for the daytime. Opt for fragrances which conjure up the spirit of Navratri, like cinnamon, clove and citrus to invigorate and hasten the energy of the place.
8. Scatter Scented Wooden Balls Incorporate wooden ball-filled bowls or containers that will be used for aromatherapy purposes and infuse them with scents like lavender, sandalwood, and vanilla. They are great for either your home decor, complementing it with a classical air of scent that permeates the air as well.
9. Hang Festive Wall Hangings Highlight your walls with some fancy wall tassel made of detailed designs and with bright colors. These eye-catching pieces create not just a glamorous ambiance but also establish a cultural identity for your place.
10. Display Floral GarlandsWorship the spirit of Navratri into your home by decorating them with fragrant garlands made of fresh flowers like marigold, rose or jasmine. Put it on the doors, windows and walls with the purpose of highlighting the symbol of wealth and prosperity.
11. Illuminate with Diyas Make your personal space come to life with diyas or oil lamps which serve as the representation of the conquest of the dark by light. Put them on windowsills, mantels and tables make them look cozy and warm. They will create an atmosphere in which the spirit of the festival is honored.
12. Drape Colorful Fabrics Arrange colorful textiles of silk like scarves and shawls on furniture pieces or table tops to create a touch of luxury and style in your decoration works.
13. Hang Paper Lanterns Complement your outdoor spaces with paper lanterns in bright colors or intricate geometrical designs. Use them to adorn the branches of trees or pergolas as well as the umbrella of your patio to give a holiday atmosphere to your gatherings and parties.

Finally, before you start celebrating Navratri, these 15 home decor ideas will hopefully make your space come alive with color, fragrance, and joy of the festive season. Whether through timeless furniture pieces, fragrances with a seasonal undertone, or colors and fabrics that inherently express exultation, there’s an infinite number of ways to style-up your home to reflect the spirit of the holiday season. Therefore, let Goddess prayer and love through your heart be a part of your home from today.