Birthday Decoration at Home

Booking a decorator who arrives, sets up, and hands you a finished room in about an hour is now the easiest way to throw a birthday party at home. No shopping for balloons, no standing on chairs taping things to the wall, no kit that sags by the time guests arrive. You pick a theme and a budget, a trained stylist shows up with everything, and your living room or bedroom turns into a party in 60 to 90 minutes.

SpecialYou does exactly this across Delhi, Bangalore, and Hyderabad, starting at ₹999. Over 52,000 homes styled, a 4.8-star verified rating, background-checked decorators, and same-day slots when you've left it late. This guide covers what the service includes, what each package costs, which themes suit which celebration, and how to plan a setup that actually photographs well — whether it's a quiet family cake-cutting or a milestone you want people talking about.

What is birthday decoration at home?

Birthday decoration at home is a doorstep service where trained decorators bring all materials, set up a themed party space using balloons, backdrops, fairy lights, and props, and finish in 60 to 90 minutes. You don't buy anything or install anything yourself — the decorator maps your room on arrival, places every element for the best photos, and runs a quality check before leaving.

A standard setup combines a balloon installation, a focal backdrop, ambient lighting, a styled cake table, and a personalised name banner. From there it scales: a clean ₹999 layout for an intimate evening, or a full multi-zone luxury transformation for a 50th.

The difference from a DIY balloon kit isn't subtle. Store-bought kits deflate within hours and rarely sit right on a wall. A professional setup is fitted to your room's actual dimensions, light, and colour scheme, with balloons inflated fresh on site so they hold shape and fullness through the celebration.

How much does birthday decoration at home cost?

Birthday decoration at home starts at ₹999 for a simple balloon setup and goes up to ₹6,000 and beyond for a full-room luxury transformation. Price depends on the package, the theme, and add-ons like a canopy, photo wall, or LED neon sign.

Every package includes professional setup by a verified decorator, an on-time arrival guarantee, and a quality check before handover — at no extra charge.

A simple package is never a "bag of balloons" — every element is freshly inflated, colour-coordinated, and placed by a professional. The lower price buys a smaller scale, not lower quality.

Birthday theme decoration ideas: 12 popular themes

The theme is the single most important choice you'll make, because it sets the colour palette, the props, and the overall mood. The best theme is the one that fits the birthday person's personality — not the trendiest one. Here are the most-booked themes, with who each suits.

A note on the favourites: Rose Gold stays the most-requested for wives, girlfriends, and teen girls because it photographs beautifully in warm light. Black & Gold reads grown-up and dramatic, which is why it dominates milestone bookings. Boho — earthy tones, dried pampas, macramé — has become a signature look among young professionals, especially in Bangalore.

Birthday balloon decoration: types, styles, and prices

Balloons are the backbone of almost every birthday setup, simple or premium. They set the visual tone, and a trained stylist's eye for placement and proportion makes a 20-balloon arrangement look far fuller than a self-installed kit twice the size.

Balloon arch — the most-photographed element in any home setup. Built organically from mixed latex and foil in your palette, fitted above a door, across a backdrop frame, or freestanding as a photo spot. Takes 30–40 minutes to build.

Organic balloon garland — a sweeping, asymmetric installation that mixes balloon sizes and matte textures, anchored to a wall or a geometric frame. Far more contemporary than the old uniform arch; a favourite for adult milestones.

Balloon backdrop — a dense wall of balloons in a pattern, ombré gradient, or organic cluster. Striking for hall and large-room setups.

Number balloons — foil digits 0–9. A gold "30" or "18" against a balloon backdrop is one of the most-shared birthday photos on Indian Instagram.

Chrome vs foil balloons: which is better?

Chrome balloons have a mirror-like metallic finish that catches light and photographs beautifully — ideal for rose gold, black, and silver schemes. Foil (mylar) balloons come in more shapes (stars, hearts, numbers, letters) and more colours. For most setups the best result uses both: chrome for the bulk fill, foil for themed accents.

Decorating by space: room, hall, terrace, hotel, and car

The right setup depends entirely on the space — ceiling height, wall area, and how many guests you're hosting. A good decorator assesses the room before placing a single prop.

Bedroom birthday decoration

The go-to for romantic surprises. A backdrop on the wall behind the bed, balloon garlands framing the headboard, fairy lights across the ceiling or curtain rail, and rose petals on the bed and floor. When someone walks in to find their room transformed, the bedroom setup lands the most emotional impact.

Living room setup

The most versatile space — it seats a group, gives you a large wall for a backdrop, and floor space for balloon arrangements. A standard living-room setup pairs a focal backdrop on the biggest wall with a balloon arch or garland near the sofa, ceiling clusters, and accent decor along the side walls. Best for family and adult celebrations.

Hall decoration for birthday

Hosting more than 15 guests, or working with a community hall or large dining area? A hall setup maps the space into zones: a grand entry archway, a main stage backdrop, ceiling balloon drops, and a separate dessert-bar station. Starts from ₹2,500.

Small room ideas

In a compact apartment, the strategy flips: concentrate everything on one strong focal wall, use vertical elements (tall balloon columns, hanging streamers) to draw the eye up, keep the floor clear, and add fairy lights for ambience without taking up space.

Terrace and outdoor decoration

A terrace under fairy lights at dusk creates an atmosphere no indoor room can match. Popular elements: a string-light canopy in a grid overhead, a balloon arch at the staircase entry, balloon clusters on railings, and floor lanterns around the perimeter.

Outdoors needs different execution — extra-thick double-stuffed balloons that handle wind, heavy-duty mounting, and weighted anchoring frames. Book the 4 pm–6 pm window so balloons skip the harsh afternoon heat. During Delhi summers (April–June), daytime outdoor setups aren't recommended; evening works fine. Bangalore and Hyderabad terraces work year-round. The weather forecast is always checked beforehand.

Hotel room birthday decoration

Yes, you can decorate a hotel room for a birthday — most 3- to 5-star hotels across Delhi NCR, Bangalore, and Hyderabad allow it once the front desk is notified. Share your hotel name, booking reference, and check-in date; the team coordinates directly with the concierge, sets up during your "away" window, and sends a WhatsApp photo of the finished room. Mention the arranged decoration at check-in and leave a note with the room number for the decorator.

Car birthday decoration surprise

A creative standalone (or add-on) format: the boot and back seat are filled with air-inflated balloons, foil accents, and a "Happy Birthday [Name]" banner that the birthday person discovers when they open the car. Balloons are air-filled, not helium, so they hold shape for hours. Optional confetti, small gifts, or flowers complete the reveal.

Decorating by occasion and recipient

Different birthdays call for genuinely different aesthetics. Here's how setups change by who they're for.

Kids' birthday decoration

The most joyful corner of home party styling features vibrant Kids Birthday Decoration setups, with 15+ character themes to choose from. Setups work best when they match the child's current favourite show or colour. Most-booked themes:

• Cocomelon — under-3s; bright primaries, watermelon motifs
• Unicorn — girls 3–10; pastel rainbow, unicorn props, glitter
• Superhero (Avengers, Batman, Spider-Man) — ages 5–12
• Peppa Pig / Boss Baby — ages 2–5
• Frozen / Elsa — ages 3–10; ice blue, snowflakes
• Jungle Safari, Baby Shark, Mermaid, Disney Princess — varied ages
  
  

First birthday decoration

A 1st birthday decoration is as much a milestone for the parents as the baby, and setups tend to be the most elaborate and most photographed. A first-birthday package includes a stage-style backdrop with a "1" number balloon, a balloon garland, a cake smash table at the child's height, an entry arch, a "Baby [Name]'s 1st Birthday" banner, and child-safe foil ceiling clusters (no latex under age 1). Popular themes: Cocomelon, "One in a Million," Little Prince/Princess, Pastel Rainbow, Jungle Safari, Baby Shark. From ₹2,499, with the cake-smash table standard on every first-birthday package.

Milestone birthdays (18th, 21st, 30th, 50th)

Milestones are where custom touches earn their cost: neon name signs, nostalgic photo walls tracing family memories, and balloon mosaics spelling out the age.

Adult birthday decoration

More adults are choosing a home celebration over a restaurant table — and adult setups are built to feel sophisticated, not childish. Refined palettes, elegant props. Top picks: Black & Gold (the most-booked adult theme), Rose Gold (women), Neon (men and teens), Boho (25–35), and Pastel (soft aesthetics). For 30+ guests at an external banquet or lawn, full event packages cover the entry path, stage backdrop, a secondary photo booth, and dessert-table accents from ₹5,000.

Birthday decoration for her

The most-booked category. The best setups pair her personal aesthetic with a personalised touch — an intentional palette, a name balloon that feels made for her — so the room reads like a gift, not a service.

• For a wife — usually a full bedroom surprise: rose gold backdrop, fairy lights, "Happy Birthday [Name]" banner, flowers and cake on a styled side table. From ₹1,999. Popular: Rose Gold, Butterfly, Pastel, Fairy Light Canopy, Black & Gold for milestones.
• For a girlfriend — all about the surprise and the photos. Most-booked: Rose Gold, Neon, Boho. From ₹1,499, with optional fresh flowers, a neon sign, and a rose-petal trail.

Birthday decoration for him

A growing category that calls for a bolder, more structured, intentionally masculine look.

• For a husband — often a wife's surprise in a transformed living room or bedroom. Popular: Neon, Black & Gold, and Sports (cricket, football, F1). From ₹1,999.
• For a boyfriend — typically booked to impress and surprise. Popular: Neon, Black & Silver, Retro/Disco. From ₹1,499.

Romantic and couple setups

Romantic decoration is about a moment — warm lighting, a rose-petal pathway, an intimate backdrop, and personalised details that make the person feel seen. The classic setup uses the bedroom: a rose gold or pastel backdrop behind the bed, garlands framing the headboard, petal trails from the door, a fairy-light ceiling, and a small cake or wine on a styled table. Coordinating it as a surprise takes a little planning — keep your partner out for about 90 minutes, share access details, and pick a reveal moment. The whole thing can be arranged over WhatsApp without them knowing.

Surprise, midnight, and same-day options

How a surprise birthday setup works

A surprise setup is one of the more emotionally powerful gifts you can give — an experience waiting behind a door rather than a box. The process:

1. Book online or via WhatsApp with the address, surprise time, and the birthday person's rough schedule.
2. Coordinate access quietly — a spare key, building entry, or a trusted person to let the decorator in.
3. Setup happens discreetly while you keep the birthday person occupied elsewhere.
4. You get a WhatsApp photo of the finished room, then bring them home for the reveal.

Morning vs midnight: morning setups (7–10 am) let someone wake to a decorated home; midnight setups (11 pm–12 am) deliver a dramatic stroke-of-12 reveal. Both run in all three cities.

Midnight birthday decoration

The most dramatic way to celebrate. Book by 8 pm on the day; the coordinator confirms access by 10 pm; the decorator arrives at 11 pm and finishes backdrop, balloons, lights, and cake table by 11:45 pm; you get a photo at 11:50 pm and bring them in at 12.

A small midnight surcharge of ₹200–₹300 applies and is confirmed at booking. All package tiers are available, and slots run 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. Same-day midnight is possible if you reach out before 8 pm — these slots fill fast.

Same-day birthday decoration

Forgot to book ahead? Same-day setups run across all three cities.

The fastest route is WhatsApp: send your address, package, the birthday person's name, and your colour/theme — availability is confirmed within 15 minutes. A dedicated same-day decorator roster in each city means orders can typically be fulfilled within 3–4 hours. For last-minute bookings, Simple and Standard packages set up fastest.

Where SpecialYou operates

Delhi NCR

Over 18,000 homes decorated in Delhi, with same-day available for orders before 2 pm (typically fulfilled in 3–4 hours). Coverage spans South Delhi (GK, Hauz Khas, Saket, Defence Colony, Vasant Kunj), North & West Delhi (Rohini, Pitampura, Dwarka, Janakpuri, Rajouri Garden), East Delhi (Preet Vihar, Laxmi Nagar, Mayur Vihar), Noida (Sectors 18, 44, 50, 62, 76, Greater Noida), and Gurgaon (DLF Phases, Sohna Road, Golf Course Road). Faridabad and Ghaziabad on request. Most-booked: Rose Gold, Black & Gold, Neon, Unicorn (kids), and Grand/Luxury for 50th+.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "SpecialYou decorated my husband's 40th while I kept him out for two hours. When he walked in, he was speechless — exactly what I'd shared on WhatsApp." — Priya S., South Delhi

Bangalore

Over 4,200 setups citywide, same-day for orders before 1 pm. Coverage includes Indiranagar, Koramangala, Jayanagar, JP Nagar, Whitefield, Marathahalli, Bellandur, Sarjapur Road, Hebbal, Yelahanka, Electronic City, Bannerghatta Road, and Malleshwaram. Bangalore's design-conscious crowd leans toward Boho, Butterfly, Pastel, Neon, and Rose Gold.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Booked a boho setup for my best friend's 28th in Koramangala — the dried flowers, the pampas, the earthy tones. Guests thought it was a professional photo studio." — Ananya R., Koramangala

Hyderabad

Over 3,800 setups, same-day for orders before 2 pm, and a 4.9-star local rating across 4,100+ verified reviews. Coverage spans Gachibowli, Madhapur, HITEC City, Kondapur, Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, Begumpet, Kukatpally, KPHB, LB Nagar, and Secunderabad. The city favours grand, opulent looks: Royal Black & Gold, Rose Gold, Traditional Gold with florals, and Luxury setups with real flowers and LED work.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Booked a surprise rose gold setup for my wife in our Gachibowli apartment while I took her for a drive. She cried happy tears when she walked in." — Vikram T., Gachibowli

How to book birthday decoration at home

Booking runs entirely through WhatsApp or the website, in five steps:

1. Browse packages — filter by budget, theme, or occasion; each package lists inclusions, price, and setup time.
2. Choose date, time, and city — same-day before 2 pm (Delhi/Hyderabad) or 1 pm (Bangalore); advance bookings up to 30 days out; midnight at least 4–6 hours ahead.
3. Share details — the birthday person's name for the banner, your colour/theme, venue type, and any special requests. A reference photo helps; the team recreates the look.
4. Confirm and pay — UPI, card, or net banking. You get instant confirmation with the assigned decorator's name and number. Fully refundable up to 24 hours before setup.
5. Team sets up, you celebrate — the decorator arrives within your slot with all supplies, finishes in 60–90 minutes, sends a photo of the final look, and syncs entry timing if it's a surprise.

What to expect, and the safety standards behind it

Letting a service crew into your home takes trust, and the standards exist to earn it.

Arrival and timeline:

• Decorator arrives within the confirmed slot (97% on-time rate).
• First 10 minutes: assess the space, confirm the zone, review inclusions.
• Next 50–80 minutes: backdrop, balloons, arrangement, lighting.
• Final 10 minutes: quality check, photos, WhatsApp update.
• Total: 60–90 minutes for Simple/Standard, 90–120 for Premium/Luxury.

Materials: BIS-standard latex, branded foil balloons, commercial-grade fairy lights, professional backdrop frames — never cheap party-store stock. Every latex balloon is inflated fresh on site, not hours ahead, for maximum fullness.

Changes during setup: want to shift placement, swap a colour, or add an element? Tell the decorator — minor changes within the package scope are accommodated on the spot, and any add-on cost is quoted before proceeding.

Safety: every decorator passes criminal background verification and professional training. Children's celebrations use only non-toxic, biodegradable materials with no small choking hazards; for under-3s, small latex pieces are swapped for large foil shapes. Teams are trained in secure wall mounting, safe ladder use, and isolated wiring for fairy-light grids.

The guarantees: on-time arrival backed by a ₹200 credit if a decorator is more than 30 minutes late without notice. Cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before for a full refund; within 24 hours, a 50% refund. Rescheduling carries no extra charge.

Birthday decoration planning checklist

Frequently asked questions

1. What is birthday decoration at home?

An end-to-end service where trained decorators transform your home, apartment, office, or hotel room into a party space using balloons, backdrops, lights, and props. Packages start at ₹999 and most setups finish in under 90 minutes.

2. How much does it cost?

Simple balloon layouts from ₹999, standard family packages ₹1,500–₹3,000, premium themed backdrops ₹3,000–₹6,000, and grand luxury setups ₹6,000+ depending on venue size and props.

3. Is same-day decoration available?

Yes, in Delhi, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. Order before 2 pm (1 pm in Bangalore) and your home is decorated the same evening. WhatsApp is the fastest way to confirm an urgent slot.

4. How long does the setup take?

Around 60 minutes for a simple setup, 75–90 minutes for standard and themed, and 90–120 minutes for premium and luxury. Decorators arrive ahead of your event so everything's ready on time.

5. Can I book a midnight decoration?

Yes. Book by 8 pm on the day; the decorator arrives around 11 pm and finishes by 11:45 pm for a flawless 12 am reveal. A ₹200–₹300 midnight surcharge applies and is confirmed at booking.

6. Can I customise the theme?

Yes — all packages allow custom colours, name banners, number balloons, and theme upgrades. Share a reference photo on WhatsApp and the team recreates the look.

7. Do you decorate hotel rooms?

Yes, across major hotels in all three cities. Share your booking details and the team coordinates room access with the front desk while you're out.

8. Do you offer kids' themes?

Yes — 15+ character themes from ₹1,499, including Cocomelon, Unicorn, superheroes, Peppa Pig, Boss Baby, Frozen, Jungle, Baby Shark, Mermaid, and Disney Princess.

9. What if the decorator is late?

On-time arrival is guaranteed. If a decorator is more than 30 minutes late without prior notice, you receive a ₹200 credit. The 97% on-time rate makes delays rare.

10. What's the refund policy?

Cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before setup for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours get a 50% refund, and rescheduling carries no extra charge.