Mehandi is a type of body art made out of henna leaves and was first discovered in ancient India and since then has been used as a tradition in weddings and marital saga. No wedding is complete without mehandi. Name a bride who didn’t have mehandi on her hands on her special day. You won’t be able to. Anushka Sharma, Kareena Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor or the newlywed Neha Dhupia, all of these actresses had beautiful henna designs on their D-Day which completed their look and made them look nothing less than a fairy. Not even actresses’ ordinary people like us consider applying mehandi on their D-day as a good luck or “shagun”.
We have provided the trendiest and gorgeous 90 henna designs which will light up any occasion and make you look your best and also add that ethnic and traditional vibe to your look. Stay tuned!
BEST ROUND MEHNDI DESIGN
CIRCULAR MOTIF MEHNDI DESIGN
PAISLEY DESIGN
This is one of the trendiest designs so far and is the absolutely favourite of young girls and even brides. This is common among brides these days and you will be able to spot almost every other bride with this kind of henna pattern on her hands. It looks like a comma to be specific and is sure to light up your henna saga.
PUNJABI MEHNDI DESIGNS
PEACOCK DESIGN
This is probably the oldest henna designs so far and is still in fashion. Doing justice to the saying “old is gold”, this design never disappoints us and looks beautiful when done on both the front and back of the hand.
ARABIC MEHNDI DESIGN
FLORAL DESIGNS
This is yet again the most decent and common designs. In this you can see a tail of flowers running from the fingers to your wrist and making you look absolutely stunning. The reddish brown colour of the henna is sure to make your hands look their prettiest.
PAKISTANI MEHNDI DESIGNS
FULL HAND DESIGNS
This is commonly seen on big events and on weddings. A bride is usually seen donning her mehandi till or above the elbows and even on her feet.
LEAF DESIGN
Just like the floral design, this is also simple to make. Stick with this design when you don’t have time on your hand. Simplicity is the best policy and this design strictly abides by this saying. The design is also referred as a “bel” and it’s due to its tail going on from the fingers to the wrist.
INOD ARABIC MEHNDI DESIGN TUTORIAL
MERI SAHELI MEHNDI DESIGN
RAJASTHANI DESIGNS
Known for their complex structure and ethnic vibe, these designs look flawless on hands and one can’t help but stare at them.
ARABIC DESIGN
Unlike the Indian version of mehandi, these designs are trendy and are a lot simple. One can make these designs on their own as they go in a diagonal line from the hands to the wrists. The Arabic version of henna is sure as hell to catch the attention of everybody present in the room.
MULTI COLOURED DESIGNS
The days of brown and reddish henna are gone and forgotten. Multi coloured henna is the new and big deal. This kind of design shows your quirky side and adds life to the traditional mehandi. It’s like henna turned modern. Just a touch of glam!
ARABIC MEHNDI DESIGN FOR RAKHI
BORDER DESIGNS
Going by the name, these designs are best suited for college girls and our young fashionistas as they add a hint of charm and elegance and make your appearance look off the charts.
HEART DESIGNS
Give this design a shot if you have to attend a small function or a pre-wedding get together. These little hearts of henna definitely caught our heart and is our absolute favourite.
GUJARATI DESIGNS
LEAVES MEHNDI DESIGN
MARATHI MEHANDI DESIGNS
These designs are known for their complex nature and full coverage. These are best suited for brides to be as the work is quite heavy and would make you look super duper elegant. Hi there , stunner !
SOUTH INDIAN STYLE
These designs are as soothing and loved as the culture. Though they don’t have that much coverage and usually the work of henna is situated on the palm of the hand , this design is highly classy and spectacular.
JEWELRY DESIGNS
The classic mehandi game has been raised to another level by including hand accessories like rings and hand harness etc and are sure to make your style game go from 0 to a straight 100.
EID SPECIAL DESIGN
BANGLE STYLE
KARVA CHAUTH MEHNDI DESIGN
BRIDAL DESIGN
Bridal designs are usually full covered and heavy as they enhance the look of the bride. Try Marwari bridal designs as they are complex and fully covered and look hauntingly beautiful when traced on hands and feet. We’re sure you’ll love the outcome.
CHINESE DESIGNS
Don’t go by the name of the design. These designs look just as fine and elegant as the others and are really simple to create. Shoot these designs when you don’t have much time but can’t compensate on looking good.
BACK HAND DESIGNS FOR ENGAGEMENT
The back part of the hand is just as important as the front part and is comparatively more visible to the viewers. Just add a “bel” or a flower trail to the back of your hand to make it look good.
MARWARI MEHANDI DESIGNS
Marwari designs are well known for their red colour and exquisite nature. They look beautiful on bridal hands and also seem to catch attention.
MUGHAL DESIGNS
Henna was introduced to the world by the mughals and is the founder of it. Recreate the look and bring back the tradition in the modern world. It’s time to be the classic in a world full of trends.
CONTEMPORARY DESIGNS
Bid goodbye to the old and boring henna designs and befriend these quirky yet classy designs to revive your mehandi game.
NAME ENGRAVED DESIGNS FOR FRIENDSHIP
Engrave the name or the initials of your better half in your mehandi as a token of love. This is even considered as a ritual in Hindu marriages. The engraving of name is an indication of deep love and respect for the other person.
JAIPURI MEHNDI DESIGN
SPECIAL FINGER DESIGN
These designs highlight a particular finger of your hand and definitely catch the attention of the viewers. Highlight the ring finger or any other finger as per your preference and viola.
DIAMOND DESIGNS
These designs are in the shape of a diamond are in trend as of now. These designs are even donned by brides to be and in other Indian shenanigans.
CELEBRITY DESIGNS
From following their fashion trends to their hairstyles , we try to recreate everything worn by our favourite celebrity. Then why leave out their henna designs ? Indulge into their majestic mehandi designs and feel like a royalty.
MYLANCHI DESIGNS
These designs are best suited for weddings are sure to slay your look.
HEART SHAPED MEHNDI DESIGN
HAATH PHOOL FOR GANGAUR
Ditch the actual accessories and recreate them with henna. No hush and simplicity works best. What a simple and easy hack to recreate the look that would have been donned with an actual haath phool.
PAKISTANI STYLES
Pakistani designs are my personal favourites and I surely recommend you to give these a shot when you’re set to attend an important function. They are simple to create and make your hands look awfully beautiful.
TRADITIONAL CIRCULAR MOTIFS
These classic circles are worn by the elderly women in the family and are considered as a ritual in many parts of the world. You can customize this classic circle by quirking it up with flowers or borders around it.
KARWACHAUTH SPECIAL
Karwachauth is probably the most important day in any girl’s life after her marriage of course. Karwachauth is incomplete if you don’t apply henna on your hands and let the beautiful brown colour embrace your pretty hands.
GOL TIKKA MEHNDI DESIGN
BRIDAL LEG MEHANDI DESIGNS
The following pattern is symmetrical and has been created with a sense of expertise and accuracy. Mehandi on feet is worn by brides to be and looks really breath taking.
HALF LEG DESIGNS
Brides these days are becoming modern not only in clothes or hairstyles but in mehandi as well. They have ditched the classic full length mehandi to a half leg mehandi and have definitely made a style statement here.
MANGO DESIGN
This kind of a design is well suited for beginners and is very common. You can spot mango leaves on the hands of many women in India.
ROYAL DESIGNS
The royals have mehandi designs inked in a royal fashion as well. Try these exquisite designs to feel nothing less than a royal yourself.
KING AND QUEEN DESIGN
This is by far the design most in demand. This contains of a proper king and a queen on either hands and makes your henna look majestic in its own way. Try this mehandi style if you want to make your better half drool and amazed.
ELEPHANT DESIGNS
Elephants are probably the only animals we have seen engraved in henna and they make it look spectacular. Try elephants in bridal henna to create an eye catchy design.
FLORAL MEHNDI DESIGN
SLEEK HAND DESIGN
Opt for this design when there’s a small function at home as this design is simple and easy to create.
BACK HAND ARABIC MEHNDI DESIGN
LACE WORK DESIGN
We all love lace. Let’s admit it. Try out these gorgeous yet beautiful lace designs which embrace the beauty of your hands and make them look spectacular.
SYMMETRY DESIGNS
Unlike the common designs opt for symmetrical designs to make a style statement and dazzle everybody with your style game. Surely a bride with brains !
BRACELET STYLE
Kick out that gaudy and heavy bracelet and create a one of your own choice with the help of henna. Customize this bracelet according to your preference and you’re ready to rock.
MOROCCON DESIGN
Give this style a shot if you want all eyes on you. The design looks exceptionally beautiful and we can’t help but love it.
GEOMETRICAL PATTERNS
Mehandi is an art and many a times some geometrical patterns can be observed in the designs. You can add or reduce thee geometrical patterns according to your preference.
CHINESE MEHNDI DESIGN
THEME BASED STYLE
Theme based henna is so in the game these days. You can follow the trend like the famous actress , Divyanka Tripathi of the fame Yeh hai mohhabtein who made a portrait of her and her husband on her hands. We have to hand it to her , her mehandi was the eye catcher in her event.
GLITTER HENNA
Experimenting has no limits and we can surely see this in the mehandi world. Young girls and fashionistas like to add a hint of glitter in their mehandi to add a sparkle of glamour.
ACCESSORIZED MEHANDI
BEADED MEHANDI
Befriend with beads to add a hint of style and glamour to your old and basic henna.
BRIDAL MEHNDI DESIGNS
EMBELISHMENTS DESIGN
Just like the beaded mehandi , you can add crystals and embellishments to your henna to add life to it.
BLEND OF ARABIC AND TRADITIONAL
Fusion never disappoints. Try fusing the classic look along with the Arabic designs to create something spectacular and breath taking.
FEATHER DESIGN
Make a simple feather design on the back of your hand when you’re short on time and it’ll look elegant as ever. Simple and easy peasy.
ASYMMETRICAL STYLE
Stand out by opting for asymmetrical patterns of henna and make a style statement.
TIPS AND CUFFS DESIGN
Applying henna on the tips and cuffs itself can be a game changer. Highlight your henna and hands by creating beautiful designs on your tips and cuffs and leave everyone awe struck.
BRIDE AND GROOM DESIGN
Much like the portraits or king and queen design , this style has bride and groom made out of henna and is definitely worth a shot.
BIG HAND MEHNDI DESIGNS
BLACK OUTLINES
This is yet another simple way to highlight those brown painted hands and embrace them.
TATTOO STYLE
Many people have moved away from henna and give it an outlook like a tattoo. They simply ink their dream tattoo with henna. Simple and pain free , isn’t it ?
GANESHA DESIGNS
It’s for those who worship lord Ganesha. Try this style for a hint of devoutness and religion.
MODERN GLOVE STYLE
Simply draw a glove out of henna and become the Diva of your event. We assure you , you’ll turn heads on your big day.
ARM MEHANDI TATTOO
Similar to the tattoo style , people like to create a band of arm tattoo with henna as its painless and easy. A quick fix to those painful tattoo sessions.
BACK PAISLEY STYLE
Try the classic paisley design on the back of your hand and make it stand out and catch attention of everybody.
ENGAGEMENT STRANDS
If you don’t want to go overboard with henna , stick with simple strands for your engagement and go for full coverage mehandi on your big day. This way you’ll manage to look different and beautiful.
CHAKRA DESIGN
This is the traditional chakra design and is irreplaceable no matter how many new designs are released. After all , a timeless classic remains a classic forever.
SPIRAL DESIGN
Give this style a hit if you want to keep it simple yet crafty.
BUTTERFLY STYLE
Who doesn’t like butterflies ? To add an element of grace , just create a butterfly with your henna and you’ll instantly transform your hands to that of a fairy.
SUN FEATURING STYLE
Embracing sun in your mehandi shows a religious and cultural side and also shows your respect to the earth and its elements. Keep this style on tips if you want to play traditional and cultural.
CONTEMPORARY STYLE
DOTS AND CHAINS
The simplest of all and the quickest to dry. This design is the sole design where one doesn’t need an expert help. Just create dots and chains as you like and you’re ready to roll.
CURVY STYLE
Curves never go out of fashion. Just add some curves to your mehandi to enhance it like never before.
SHOULDER LENGTH HEAVY DESIGNS
This style is best suitable for brides to be as it comes with full coverage and heaviness. You can also try and merge some designs with this like engraving your husband’s name or creating a portrait.
CLOSELY KNIT STYLE
Go for this style if you a diehard fan of mehandi. This kind of work requires accuracy and expert attention and needs to be precise.
FRENZY GARDEN
In this style , all the elements of nature are shown and definitely embraces and beautifies your hands to completely different level.
KERALA MEHANDI DESIGNS
Try refreshing those Kerala memories with these gorgeous and simple designs. Nostalgic already ?
NECKLACE DESIGN
Say goodbye to those heavy and gaudy necklaces and create your own with henna according to your choice.
DULHAN DESIGN
Inherited from our previous generations , this is probably the oldest form of henna and is suitable for those brides to be who like to stick with their roots.
CHURI DESIGNS
This design creates an image of bangles and surely leaves us in awe or more.
DIWALI MEHNDI DESIGN
This design pays tribute to the auspicious occasion of Diwali and celebrates victory in its own way.
SIMPLE ARABIC MEHNDI
JAIN STYLE
Jain henna designs are easy to create , simple and anybody can create them. Do give them a shot.
JODHA AKBAR DESIGN
Pay tribute to this iconic couple by creating their idols on your hands and leaving us astonished.
KARACHI DESIGNS
These designs are worn by elderly women and are deeply loved by them. They have a traditional and ethnic vibe to them and are definitely worth a shot.
LATEST FEET HENNA MEHNDI DESIGN
DESIGNS FOR KIDS
Try these easy and quick designs for kids and let your little baby girl enjoy the most out of her henna.
ABSTRACT DESIGN
People are becoming trendy day by day. Kick out the old and boring henna and kick in these trendy and abstract designs to add life to your attire.
FLORAL BACKHAND
The back of the hand is as important as the front. Beautify your hands by creating floral motifs on the back of your hand and making it look exquisite.
DOME SHAPED
Create dome shaped designs to add a spark of life to your attire.
FLORAL VINES
This design is best when you want to play simple yet elegant. Its best suited for bridesmaids and never disappoints. Simplicity is definitely the best policy.
STAR PATTERN
Create starry shapes with your henna and cross all limits of experimenting. After all , you aren’t less than a star !
BIG MANDALA DESIGN
Under this style a huge circle is filled with alluring and extraordinary designs and is made on the palm of the hand. This is probably the most traditional pattern ever and is best suited for traditional occasions.
FINGER DETAILING
If you want to highlight your fingers , stick with these designs and catch everybody’s attention.
SIMPLE ARABIC MEHNDI DESIGN
ARABIC DESIGN FOR KIDS
Let your kids make the best out of henna by playing with Arabic designs.
MOON FEATURING STYLE
Recreating images of moon is one hell of a classy design and looks graceful than ever.
JUST FINGERS STYLE
If you’re bold enough to experiment , turn heads by applying henna only on your fingers. We bet you’ll be the star of the night !
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Mehandi on hands is considered as a symbol of tradition and marriage and plays a significant role in the lives of married women. The origin of mehandi traces back to the Era of Mughals and is since in fashion. As the days went by , people modified their idea of mehandi but a classic remains a classic. We hope this guide was helpful to you and you’ll give these designs a shot to add life to those old and boring designs and to stand apart from the crowd.
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