Rangoli is a colourful art form that is practised in many Hindu communities and is enjoyed by people of all ages, from viewing to making. The art of rangoli has deep roots in Indian culture. Decorating one’s home with a rangoli pattern has long been seen as a gesture of welcome and festivity. For obvious reasons, Indians are crazy over Rangolis. Festivals are made more enchanted by the array of bright decorations that are often used.Â
20 modern unique rangoli designs
#1. Deities as the main character
You may create a beautiful picture of Lord Ganesh like this rangoli to mark the augmentation of an auspicious event. You may also use the images of goddess Laxmi during festivals like Diwali.Â
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#2. Classic floral rangoli
Floral designs are one of the most common designs, yet a variety of options are available. Your creativity can be applied here, and you can spin a unique floral design.
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#3. Multicoloured rangoli
You can go for simple stencilled designs using multiple colours in a variety of designs. This can be suitable for festivals of colours like Holi. Designs like geometric, illustrative, or blossom can be blueprints.Â
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#4. Peacock designs
If you have the flare for advanced art, you can use this design of peacock rangoli to enhance the beauty of your event. You can be sure to garner many compliments on this one.Â
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#5. Using diyas and flowers
You can use real flowers to design rangolis and create spaces to place actual diyas on it for beautiful illumination. This is a very simple yet elegant design idea.Â
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#6. Corner designs
Sometimes, due to lack of space, we have floor corners to create a rangoli. Designs like these can be handy to enhance the charm of a limited space.
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#7. Mirror image rangoli
This is a unique design wherein you create symmetry in the rangoli design to create eye candy for the onlookers around and fetch you good comments.Â
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#8. Colour contrast design
You can go by the book to play with classic two-colour combinations to incorporate into the modern rangoli designs. Even if you have limited colours, you can use methods like these to make optimal use.Â
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#9. Quirky design
Now if you are feeling adventurous enough, you can go ahead with the quirkiest designs to suit your out-loud personality.Â
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#10. Tailor-made for the event
It may be a wedding, any national holiday, or any personal event, you can customise the design and display the characteristics of the event in the design.
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#11. Advanced intricate design
Go for this elaborate design that is highly aesthetic and requires a very trained hand to create. This design is sure to make the onlooker pause and gaze at its beauty.Â
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#12. Water rangoli
This is an up-and-coming idea where design is created on the surface of the water. This makes a head-turning concept at an event. Water rangoli is a relatively new art form that involves decorating big bowls of water with diyas, flower petals, potpourri, and other fragrant objects.
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#13. Eco-friendly
Here are some unique Ranglo designs that would charm all nature
lovers who wish to do their bit in saving the planet and putting a check on
wastage.
#14. Radha Krishna Rangoli painting
A popular creative rangoli idea is the Radha Krishna design pattern. You can draw a simple portrait of the Hindu deities and personalise with the preferred colours.
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#15. Krishna-themed rangoli painting
Another interesting twist you can give to the Lord Krishna rangoli design is to design things associated with the deity such as peacock feather and flute.
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#16. Lotus rangoli pattern
In Hinduism, Lotus is considered an auspicious flower and it is associated with several deities such as goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu. You can design a rangoli featuring lotus flowers around a circle and one at the middle.
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#17. Traditional cow-themed rangoli
If you are looking for a traditional yet unique rangoli design idea, go for a cow-theme rangoli. Cow is considered an auspicious animal and this theme is excellent idea for celebrating harvest festivals. Â
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#18. Swastik and Kalash-themed rangoli design
Swastik and Kalash are associated with Indian festivals and puja celebrations. You can design a unique rangoli pattern featuring Swastik and Kalash designs.
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#19. Rangoli design featuring Indian map
Indian map-themed is one of the creative rangoli ideas you can try at home, which will add a unique touch to your home décor.
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#20. Temple-themed rangoli design
You can consider modern art-themed, unique rangoli design for any festive season. Try designing a temple using vibrant colours such as this Ram Mandir themed rangoli that is perfect for the Dussehra and Ram Navami festivals.
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There are a plethora of unique designs for rangoli you can explore. These may include themes such as temple, deities, flowers, etc. Based on the occasion, you can choose a theme that matches your preference. You can personalise these unique style rangoli designs with the colours and flowers of your choice.
FAQs
Are there places where people make rangolis every day?
Every day, the rangoli or Kolam is drawn on the floor in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and many areas of Maharashtra.
Which colour is ideal for rangoli?
Powder rangolis are available in many vibrant colours, so you can choose colours based on your preferences. You can even buy rangoli spray paints.
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