Getting into March, we have entered a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community by the Muslims known as Ramadan! Decorating your home for Ramadan is a part of celebration, to show your devotion, create a warm and inviting atmosphere for your family and friends who come to do iftar together. One of the decorations you can use is the traditional Ramadan lanterns known as fanoos or fanous, a classic decoration used to illuminate streets, shopping centers, hotels, workplaces, and homes during Ramadan. Originating from Egypt, it is used to decorate the streets and residences. Originally rooted in Egypt, these lanterns have spread across the Muslim world, symbolizing the sacred month and have gained a lot of popularity around the globe to be used in the month of Ramadan.
Decorating your house with fanoos for Ramadan can create a beautiful and festive atmosphere. The craftsman spent hours in order to make this beautiful fanoos with different variations of pattern on the metal and different colors on the glass so when it is lit, the light passes through the glass and metal, creating a beautiful pattern of light and shadow. This turns the Fanoos into a beacon of light, imparting warmth and a distinctive ambiance to any location! Not only it is an aesthetic piece of arts, it also can be easily placed anywhere as a decoration so here are few ideas on how to decorate the fanoos lanterns :
1. Traditional fanoos hangings
Buy or make traditional Ramadan Ramadan fanoos lanterns in various sizes and colors, hang them at different heights from the ceiling in your living room, dining area, or any other space where you gather with family and friends! By having various sizes and colors, you can create an eye-catching display and also enchanting space with timeless charm and beauty.
2. String light and fanoos
Create a beautiful and enchanting atmosphere, combine string lights with fanoos lanterns for a magical ambiance around doorways, windows, or along walls! It is recommended to use warm white or soft white LED string lights to create a cozy and inviting ambiance.
3. Table centerpieces
Use smaller fanoos lanterns as eye-catching table centerpieces and arrange them along with candles, fresh flowers or other decorative items on your dining table to create an inviting setting for your meals with family or friends.
4. Window sills and ledges
To add a charming and festive touch, you can hang beautiful fanoos securely by using hooks or suction cups on the either outside or inside of the window frame as it can be seen from both sides. Create a stunning window display, adding warmth and elegance to your living space and sharing the Ramadan spirit!
5. Lantern trails
Create lantern trails by placing Ramadan lanterns outdoors along the backyard or even indoors, along hallways, corridors or staircases to guide guests through your home and highlight a specific area you want to point at. It adds a magical touch to your surroundings and brightens up the whole home!
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Those are our few ideas on how to decorate your home with fanoos for Ramadan, try them and comment on how you think it turns out! Consult your dream house with Livvy Luxury Living! Contact us on Whatsapp : +62 878 6894 8000 or visit us at 18 Office Park 25th floor Suite A, Jalan Simatupang Kav 18, South Jakarta.
Content Writer : Arcelia Emmanuella Adiwinata