Mehendi is such an important ritual for us brides and it has to be just perfect. Nothing else will do and you will want to search high and low in my case every place in delhi (actually impossible) to get what you need. Along with adding color to the brides hand its actually a stress buster by cooling your nerves. Who knew ha!
I am 3.5 months away from my wedding and still haven’t been able to decide on the mehendi wala. (I know I know it’s late..i am working on it) I have some specific designs in mind and I am very choosy when it comes to mehendi. Unlike everyone else who loves applying mehendi i don’t like it so much but it’s something that I *need* to get done so I want a very spaced out look and something that’s not running all the way up to my arms and legs.
I came across this useful article in HT a couple of days back and I thought I should share it with you all. There are a couple of different types of mehendi one can adorn. I only knew about the traditional mehendi and a variation of that which is called Arabic mehendi by some which has some dark black undertones. Many of you will stick to the traditional henna but it’s always better to know what all is out there.
Giving you a scoop on the different kinds of mehendi + Where you can get them from
Traditional Mehendi
This is our very own trusted mehendi type that we have been seeing for ages and it’s obviously the oldest and the loveliest. You can choose between the many designs from ambis to rajisthani type to the bride groom figurines variety. This type of work is usually called the Delhi style with peacocks and ambis and Bombay style which has detailed designs.
Where from : Milan mehendi art, Southex ; Raj kumar Mehendi wala,Shalimar bagh and Sukhdev Mehendi Art, Lajpat nagar.
Colorful Mehendi
Newest addition and a popular trend in mehendi design. They offer color varieties from orange to brighter hues to brighten up the mehendi. You can ever color code it with your outfit (tacky much?)
Where from: Ajay mehendi wala,Krishna nagar; Jaipur mehendi art,Preet vihar; SK Mehendi centre ,Sarojini nagar.
Glitter Mehendi
For that extra sparkle in your mehendi. Although the glitter does not last too long and I don’t see the need for you to transfer all the glitter to your face/clothes eventually by the end of the day maybe it’s not such a great idea.
Where from: Vikas mehendi art,Daryaganj; Tiwari mehendi designer,Lajpat nagar
Tattoo Mehendi
We have all heard of this one but I always thought why someone would want to get a henna tattoo. Obviously this is the temporary kind but it’s fun if you want o have a traditional vibe to a modern look. Ladies like to don this look on the stomach or shoulder areas along with some color.
Where from: Kalam Mehendi Art, Malviya Nagar;Talwar Singh Mehendi wala,South ex
I was thinking of using two different types of mehendi wala’s for my function for the guests of course. They can enjoy the variety of mehendi’s and it will be a fresh change.
Leaving you with some inspiration on my Pinterest board.
Now that you have gained a Phd in Mehendi types go on and explore what you like. After all it’s your wedding mehendi it has to be extra extra special.
I will update you on what I finally decided to do on the mehendi day
What type of mehendi have you liked the most? Have some great mehendi designs from your wedding day? Send them in…would love to have more inspiration!
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