Mehndi is a traditional form of body art that is most common amongst women in India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, and few other South Asian countries and the Middle East. It is known by the name Henna in the West. Henna has been used for a very long time as a skin dye and now has gained popularity in the rest of the world.
If you have watched Bollywood movie wedding scenes, then you must have also seen the extravagant designs that are applied to the bride’s hands and legs.
Mehndi has traditionally been used by women during Hindu weddings and Indian festivals like Diwali, Purnima, Karva Chauth, Durga Pooja.
The main benefit of applying Mehndi is its ability to cool down the body. The cooling sensation helps destress the body and hence, is a very important ritual in a traditional Indian wedding.
Are Mehndi and Henna the Same?
Yes, they both are synonymous with each other, the only difference being their language of origin. “Mehndi” is the Sanskrit name and ‘Henna” is the Arabic name for the same.
Henna is a dye that is derived by grinding the henna leaves into powder or paste. The best part about Mehndi is that it can also be used to color fabrics.
If you have a festival coming up and you are confused about what mehndi design to choose, we have made it easy for you.
Top5listicle has curated simple mehndi designs for every occasion.
Don’t forget to save the designs you like on Pinterest
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The south Indian Mehandi is generally a front hand mehndi but is sometimes also applied at the back of your hand. It is a very simple mehndi design that mainly comprises a big circle at the center of your palms with dots around it. This design is super simple that it doesn’t even require a cone.
Arabic designs generally go from one end to another covering the whole hand. The simplistic designs make it easier to draw for beginners. Another benefit of an Arabic mehndi design is it dries quickly because of thin lines. If you are looking for a simple mehndi design but also with added intricacy, then Arabic mehndi should be your go-to mehndi design.
These mehndi designs are preferred by many. Although the design takes a lot of time to finish, the outcome is beautiful. Worth the wait, we would say!
Jaal in Hindi means ‘Mesh’. This pattern looks gorgeous on your hands and those who like minimalistic designs can opt for this pattern. Perfect for a party!
Everyone loves this particular one because it features a half-hand mehndi design. If you are looking for easy and beautiful mehndi designs, then opt for a jaal pattern.
Looking for a new mehndi design? Then try these geometrical designs. The design is effortless and suitable for applying on the back of your hands. This mehndi design is both simple and beautiful. It would look good on both adults and kids.
If you have a kid, then you should definitely try the butterfly Mehndi design. This design is easy and looks good on their hands.
If you are going to a party and want to try something quirky and simple at the same time? Try out the heart mehandi. Pleasant to eyes and easy to apply, this beautiful front hand mehndi design can be a show stopper.
Pakistani Mehandi designs include more flowers, leaves, and dome-like patterns. They are inspired by the Arabic Mehndi design and also run diagonally like their counterpart. For those who prefer flower patterns, then go for the Pakistani design.
Mehndi design is considered an exotic form of body art in western countries. A fascination for traditional mehndi designs has resulted in the birth of Henna tattoos in the west. So, these western mehndi designs are extremely different from our traditional henna designs. And they feature geometric shapes and unique patterns which would complement your Indian attire. These mehndi designs are perfect for a modern bride. Simple and easy mehndi design that can be applied by oneself without needing the help of any, the modern bridal mehndi is preferred by many would-be brides.
The indo-Arabic design will look simple and unique even for brides. Nowadays no one wants to sit for so long. So, they can go with this type of mehndi design which is simple and perfect for the front hand.
Indo-western Mehendi designs are a mixture of Indian and western designs. These designs look great on anybody and for those who don’t prefer heavy designs and want a mehandi design that is both new and elegant, they can opt for the below.
Nothing can be better than this design depicting Radha Krishna for wedding occasions.
The magical circle is a simple mehndi design that is suitable for any occasion. This is a beautiful and easy mehndi design for beginners that you can use to add beauty to your hands.
The geometric design can be combined with a floral pattern. You could also try different geometric shapes to achieve a gorgeous and bold design.
Peacock mehndi designs always look trendy and beautiful. Peacock is evergreen and everyone’s favourite.
White Mehndi in fact does not have any Henna in it. It is an adhesive body paint used similar to henna. It can last between 1-4 days.
These are the various types of designs we found and loved!
Hope you find them useful. Don’t forget to save these designs to your Pinterest collection.
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Wow these designs are so beautiful and perfect to try for a novice like me
These are such pretty designs ❣️
Wow.. That's informative. I personally like Arabic designs
This is very amazing and Simple Mehndi Designs . I really loved it. I will gonna try it. Thanks for sharing
The designs are lovely. My favourites are south Indian and peacock design. They always look amazing on the hands
The designs were super impressive! My 9 yr has saved some for her as she is fond of henna dyed hands
So much variety in these Mehndi designs all are pretty.
This is very interesting and useful especially as festivities have started
Wow all the designs are soooo beautiful such a detailed blog buddy absolutely loved it ❤️
This is such helpful article for keep filled with not only information but cute easy to interesting design I love to put henna on special days