Mehandi

                Mehndi, otherwise known as henna, is a paste associated with positive spirits and good luck. Indian Wedding tradition calls for a Mehndi ceremony to be held the night before the wedding as a way of wishing the bride good health and prosperity as she makes her journey on to marriage.

    Finger mehndi designs have a rich history. In ancient times, people used mehndi for various purposes, including medicinal and cosmetic. Over the years, mehndi art evolved into a form of self-expression and celebration, with finger mehndi becoming an essential part of weddings, festivals, and special occasions.

          Indian mehndi designs can be worn not only during bridal ceremonies but it also complements a salwar kameez or a lehenga. This mehndi design consists of paisleys and meshwork. Along with that it also consists of floral patterns. Indian mehndi designs sometimes combine Arabic mehndi designs into them as well.                    

  Mehndi is a popular form of body art in South Asia and resembles similar traditions of henna as body art found in North Africa, East Africa and the Middle East. There are many different names for mehndi across the languages of South Asia.

  Arabic mehndi is one of the most common designs which features bold lines with intricate details creating an enchanting whimsical look. Arabic designs mainly feature floral patterns with geometrical shapes and swirls which adds drama and elegance to the hands and creates a beautiful illusion.