By guest blogger Geeta Sachdeva
An increasing number of brides are resorting to extreme measures to enhance their appearance from permanent make-up and tattoos to body and face piercings. The end results, however, often fall short of their expectations. Once the skin is colored with permanent ink, there is often no going back. And even if you are initially happy with the artwork, your opinion may change over time. If you are willing to experiment with body art but without a long-term commitment, a henna tattoo may just be the answer!
A Mehendi ceremony is an important part of a traditional South Asian or Middle Eastern wedding. The bride’s family usually throws a party the night before the wedding where women get together in an atmosphere of celebration and adorn their hands and feet with special henna in intricate filigree-like patterns. Presently, this art has been transformed into a chic fashion accessory that is a temporary, pain-free alternative to tattooing. Colored glitters and tiny Swarovski crystal stones that embellish henna designs are also very much in vogue. They add a rich shimmering effect and complement formal attire.
Mehendi magic has caught the fancy of brides in the west who apply it for cocktail parties, a girls’ night out or even an evening at the disco. This sudden interest may partly be attributed to Hollywood celebrities who have been smitten by it and are sporting these beautiful patterns all the way from award functions to the runway. Already dreaming of including a henna party in your pre-wedding celebrations? Don’t miss these exquisite invitations from Wedding Paper Divas. They appear to have been drawn with a fine tipped henna cone.
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