9 Types Of Mehndi Designs

According to different cultures, Mehndi can be divided into different types. Most famous Mehndi designs are Indian, Arabic and Pakistani. Designs from these can easily be categorized.Mehndi is something that every girl has grown up with, no Indian celebration will end without Mehndi. The tradition of applying beautiful Mehndi is must for every Indian occasion. For Karva Chaut, Eid, Teej and weddings, the joy is reflected in the bold fragrance, rich design and deep color of Mehndi on the hands and feet of ours.

9 Styles of Mehndi Designs

1 Indian Mehndi Designs

Indian Mehndi designs, array from simple designs to complex patterns. Simple patterns have a big dot or a figure on back of hand or in the center. The complex designs have highly detailed and fine patterns. Also the common patterns in Indian Mehndi designs are, flowers and peacocks with various exclusive curves and curls, without leaving a lot of space in between.

2 Arabic Mehndi Designs

Compared to Indian Mehndi designs, Arabic Mehendi designs are much simpler. Arabic Mehndi design mostly has decorative outlines, such as flowers, vines and leaves, more than filled patterns. These partially cover your hands, and consume less Mehndi. These designs are simple and can easily be mastered by amateurs.

3 Pakistani Mehndi Designs

These are a perfect combination of Arabic and Indian Mehendi designs. You will observe the right balance of flowery, paisley and geometric elements in the design of Mehndi. Also, these designs are complex, and generally worn by brides.

4 Indo-Arabic Mehndi Designs

As the name itself describes, the combination of Indian and Arabic. It is similar to Pakistan designs, but the outline filled in with delicate Arabic style, patterns and shapes of traditional Indian style. This design is generally preferred for post Indian weddings.

5 Moroccan Mehndi Designs

Moroccan Mehndi designs, is famous in Middle East, their designs consists of geometric lines, unlike any flowery patterns that other Mehndi designs have.

6 Glitter Mehndi

Glitter Mehndi is one of the trendy styles in the application of Mehndi. It highlights Mehndi design with sparkles. A design that is favoured by the both traditional and modern twist.

7 Mughlai Mehndi

Mughlai Mehndi have a unique style, where every dot and curl is highlighted boldly. It has very neat and detailed pattern. It is the oldest and traditional form of Mehndi.

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8 Bridal Mehndi Designs

Bridal Mehndi Design is to fill the entire hand/feet with patterns of flowers, vines, images, logos from start to end. The bridal Mehndi designs are very neat, clear and much detailed.

9 Multi Colored Mehndi Designs

Multi-colored Mehndi designs are the designs with crystals! It gives the trendy and fashionable look to the one who wears.

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Written By _ Nikisha Uddagiri