Friday Favourites: Hafla decor ideas

Hey Everyone

It's hard to believe that we're only two months away from our yearly hafla. . . A showcase for Rusty Belly Dance students to show friends and family what we've been up to when we disappear for a few hours every week. 

Keeping in the spirit of the hafla - which literally means party in Arabic - we're enjoying this fun-filled evening in true bedouin style. For our new students, it may be a foreign concept, but have no fear! 

Tonight I will give you a few decor ideas to get the creative juices flowing. Enjoy!

For those selecting a spot near a wall can indulge in deluxe draping to give it that secluded feel.

There is no rules - mix and match colours, textures and sizes. Round things off with some brass/gold accessories.

Keep table decor bright and exuberant - crazy colours, flower petals, candles, etc.

Since you'll be seated on the floor, keep your guests comfy with lots of pillows, throws and even a few low footstools.

This pin has a link to awesome DYI tips to make these vases yourself (for the creative types!)

More patterns and bright colours - no rules!

This is another simple DIY idea - cheap trays that you can spray paint gold, glitter paper and tealight candles.

To keep things a little more muted and sophisticated, stick to two complementary colours.

The shops are full of bohemian inspired drinking glasses like these - fill with sand and stick a tealight in or use it for serving refreshments.

Daybeds for those who cannot go down to the floor is also a great idea.

Poufs in complementary colours also provide a slightly raised seating option.

Reminiscent of an Indian aatri plate - always a nice centre piece. Just a word to the wise: KEEP CANDLES AWAY FROM VEILS AT ALL TIMES!!!

Another idea for wall drapings if you are up for it - or maybe a wild idea for our photo booth?

Hope you've got some inspiration and that you're all getting ready for our big night!

Enjoy your weekend!

XxX

Marina