All You Need to Know About Rangoli Designs in 2020

India has a very rich and colorful heritage and people from different cultures and traditions come up to celebrate the different occasions like Onam, Diwali, Pongal etc. in a very beautiful manner. To all these occasions, Rangoli is the center of attraction for everyone.

Season of festivals is about to commence this September and people are super excited to celebrate them with full enthusiasm. Everybody wants to decorate their homes, offices and shops in a very innovative and beautiful ways.

The main attraction - Rangoli has to be different and unique in its beauty. So, let’s learn about the most popular and beautiful rangoli designs you can try in these occasions in 2020.

What Is Rangoli?

Rangoli is an art in which patterns are created on the floor using different types of material such as colored rice, dry flour, and flower petals. Rangoli is also known as Alpana, Kolam, Aripoma or Muggu in different regions of India. 

Rangoli is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Rang’ and ‘Aavalli’ which refers to a range of colors.

We make rangoli in the entrance of our homes to welcome our guests and goodness. This is our tradition and it is passing from one generation to other. To make a beautiful rangoli, we have various types of rangoli designs.


Types of Rangoli Designs

Basically we are having three types of rangoli designs namely-

1. Form

In this kind of rangoli, simple circles, cones and lines are drawn and they are beautifully manipulated to beautify the designs.


2. Ornamental

It consists of the images of birds, animals, trees and flowers.

3. Scientific Rangoli

This is a new generation rangoli designs which has a motive behind making it. This has become the most important part of every competition in school and colleges.

It is very interesting to know that every region of India has their own patent rangoli design and they have specific names for that like-

1. Alpana: This rangoli design is very famous in West Bengal.

2. Aripan: This type of rangoli design belongs to Bihar.

3. Aipan: Basically this design is from Uttarakhand.

4. Jhoti or Chita: It is the tradition of state Orissa.

5. Kolam: Tamil Nadu is famous for this design.

6. Muggu: It shows the culture of Andhra Pradesh.

7. Madana: This is the most-liked and beautiful pattern in Rajasthan.

8. Chowkpurana: Uttar Pradesh owns this pattern.

Now let’s learn about the simple but beautiful Rangolis which will give you festive vibes.


10 Simple and Beautiful Kinds of Rangolis

1. Colorful Petals: This is the simplest rangoli. If you are a beginner and had just started learning this art then you can try this first. This design is simple and soothing.

2. Unique Color Petals: This is a bit complex design in which there is a moderation in the shape of petals. If you are having good designing skills then this will seem you much easier than others.

3. Square Pattern Rangoli: This kind of rangoli will not take your much time. It is easy to make and looks phenomenal.

4. Circle Design: In rangoli making, it is somewhat hard to make a round shape but it starts getting easier once you will start practicing. In these days several kind of tools are also available in the market that will make your work easier.

5. Welcome Rangoli: This rangoli marks the beginning of beautiful occasions. You can make this rangoli in New Year, Diwali festival or if there is any function like you want to welcome the chief guests or your relatives.

6. Peacock Rangoli Design: Peacock is the most beautiful bird as it is having many colors on its feathers. If you will add peacock design in your rangoli then it will look fantabulous.

7. Symmetrical Rangoli Design: This kind of rangoli will take your great time and hard work. As in this rangoli, you have to be very particular about the symmetry. Symmetry in rangoli looks very professional and beautiful.

8. Diya Rangoli Design: This rangoli looks amazing on Diwali festival because Diwali is a festival of light and happiness.

9. Ganesh Rangoli Design: In India, Ganesh ji marks the beginning of every new thing. Making this rangoli will make your home holy and peaceful.

10. Flower Rangoli: This rangoli can be of any design and color but flower petals are used instead of colors. This kind of rangoli is not only beautiful but gives your place a very soothing fragrance. 

5 Easy Steps to Make a Beautiful and Neat Rangoli

1. Choose a Design

It is very important to select a beautiful and suitable design that will match your occasion.


2. Draw the design

In the next step, draw the rough design on the floor if you are beginner. You can neglect this step if you can draw the design directly with colors.


3. Outline the Design With Colors

Now you can outline the design with colors. You can use various tools for outlining the design that are available in the market. This can make your rangoli very neat and clean.


4. Now Fill the Rangoli

Now at last you can fill the design with your favorite colors as per your wish.


5. Decorate

Once you are done with the colors, you can decorate your rangoli with sparkles, candles and diyas.


Written by - Simranpreet Kaur Rattu

Edited by - Sandhya R