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Indian traditions are incomplete without mehendi. Be it the once in a lifetime wedding or the many amazing festivals which bring joy to our lives. Mehendi or Henna is an ancient tradition with lovers of art spanning across continents.
Women are especially a fan of these intricate henna tattoos, spending hours to adorn their hands and feet with intricate beautiful designs for their special wedding day. Or the many festivals like Diwali, Karwa or Eid.
We have got a long list of designs not only women, but men and kids too so scroll down and pick out your favourites.
Henna an art that has been alive since time immemorial, have in recent times garnered many enthusiasts coming up with their own patterns and designs. With this article we have curated for you a list of Mehendi Designs you can take inspiration from for any event or festival.
Don’t forget to scroll down till the end!
Front Hand Mehendi Designs
Patterns and more Patterns
This is one is laden with so many patterns it’s hard to keep track. A perfect choice for lovers of snazzy unique designs.
Source : https://in.pinterest.com/nadirsamreen16/
An unconventional floral Henna art
Florals, polka dots, various finger patterns, with a narrow belt of leaves and partially shaded parts, this design is like a blast of creativity on your palms.
Source : https://in.pinterest.com/lifen_m/
You can never go wrong with the good ol’ traditional touch
The OG pattern with jaalis and charms hanging at the end, a beautiful repetitive pattern done with absolute finish is one of our all time favourites.
Source : Amrita Henna
A definite treat to eyes!
As striking and beautiful this mehendi design is, the unique pattern is what sets this one apart. A definite choice for festive palm.
Source :
Groovy Leafy
This is one of a kind , it’s sure to turn an eye or two. This whimsical design will make your Henna game stronger then the rest!
Source : Talk Henna
Trailblazer!
Who doesn’t love innovation and creative ideas which set you apart from the rest, this is one of our favourites: a mix and match of traditional and abstract style!
Source : https://arabmehndi.com/front-hand-mehndi-design
Go bohemian with Mandalas!
Playful and cultural. Mandalas speak to your hippie soul and put a cultural twist to the mehendi design. A Classic choice can never go wrong.
Source : Aayat Mehendi Designer
It’s All in the Geometry
No matter how much we despised math it does make things satisfyingly accurate. This geometrical work of art uses math in the most creative way!
Source: @henna_soul
Criss Cross
This criss-cross braided leafy henna is simple and cute at the same time.
Source : Hennabybab
The Highlight Show Stopper
This mehendi is giving us major goals! Personalised destination reference or the hidden wedding date, it’s all in the details. Henna design to match your vibe!
Source : https://www.instagram.com/hennabydivya/?hl=en
Mehendi Designs for Eid
It’s all in the details
Eid is just around the corner and the most favourite part about it is to get beautiful designs on our hands. This extremely intricate and detailed mehendi design is giving major Eid vibes!
Source : Henna Creations by Iqra
For the lovers of Minimalism
These little overlapping squares are for all the minimalist mehendi lovers, if you don’t like getting your entire hands filled , there’s no better option than this!
Source : Henna Treasures
Eid ka Chand
Eid and it’s moon is the perfect love story. This whispy moon adorned with little florals and spiralling lines is an instant heart for the moon lovers.
Source : @nehanxhenna
Leaves and florals galore
An elegant bracelet at the end and the back hand covered with leafy bels and florals panels. Finessing with henna tips this one is a stunner.
Source : Henna’s Henna
This minimal Arabic bel is both elegant and classy
Back of the hands are so tough and always puts us in a fix, this minimal Arabic design is perfect for classy Eid look. The different patterns on fingers give this design more life, complimenting the little leafy floral bel.
Source : Nurahs Henna
For the lovers of theme Mehendi
If you love to go with the themes of the day look no further, this dome design which closely resembles Taj Mahal is major Eid goals! With a rose patch and mix of many patterns this is a standout design!
Source : Sadiyas Henna Design
That spaced out look
The designing contrast is to die for. This repetitive design on one side of the hand and with a blank space on the other is striking to the eyes.
Source : Laraib’s Mehandi
A mix of all your favourite styles!
This one is for all my indecisive sisters. Can’t put a finger on one design you get all in one with this henna design.
Source : Sha_Mehndi
We have to use a microscope for this one
The designer’s skill speaks for itself. We can’t help but wonder the amazing skills of this artist. The space between the dome design to break the pattern gives it an amazing look
Source : Henna by Hina
More for the lovers of Intricate designs
The little rose patches in the finger make this entire design so pretty. The artist should get their hands insured.
Source : Intricate.Henna.designs
Back Hand Mehendi Designs
A wedding story
If you’re not a fan of extravagant mehendi designs for your wedding day. This one tells a story on its own, with little motifs of peacock , tabla , Ganpati , Kalash, Pandal and Gathbandhan.
Source : Lion Mehandi Art
The classic that never gets old
This one never goes out of style. The simple round mehendi design. But to add that little jazz , elaborate bracelets and beautiful finger tips.
Source : @hennabyang
Find your lovers name
Another one for the minimal wedding mehendi lovers. Personalised with the name of the bride and groom. The little tree of life at the end gives an earthy feel.
Source : Kavita Mehndi Studio
The bridal show stopper!
The most special day in the life of any girl , make it more special with this OTT elaborate Henna design.
Source : Raju Mehendi Artist GK
Beautiful Lotus patches
As beautiful as a wall hanging. This mehendi design sets itself apart with the lotus windchime style.
Source : @brownhue_mehendi
Mandala lovers unite!
If you want to go a little over and add more to your mehendi instead of just a mandala, this one should will top your mehendi list!
Source : Fizza’s Henna Studio
The mehndi design that looks like a painting
Looks like a stamp marker did this, that food is this artists skills. The ghunghat lady is giving us major shy bride vibes.
Source : Poonam Mehandi Art
The finesse and neatness makes this one of our favourites
Mandala, finger tips, extended to the ends of your back hand. Looks like this took a careful skilled hand
Source : Henna by Yoishi
The elephant Charmer!
The big elephant parading happily with little elephant charms dangling on the back of your hand, this one just takes the cake!
Source : Henna by Yisha
The traditional Hindu bride!
If youre a lover of traditional symbols, this ones for you. The swastika laden design is definitely a festive favourite!
Foot Mehendi Design
Beautiful Flow pattern
Foot henna can be tricky with less options for designs, but this one makes the process easier. This mehendi is beautiful with flowy patterns and a little Mandala at the end.
Source : HennabyMehak
Criss Cross Polka
The criss cross patterns finnesed with leafy blocks and a floral band looks phenomenal. Don’t miss out the spirals on the toes.
Source : rm_hennaartist
The Mehendi Anklet
Heard enough about the mehendi bracelets. Make way for the successor of the bracelet, the mehendi anklet!
Source : Henna by Abayabgirl
Like a tattoo art
This style masquerades as mehendi and looks like a tattoo. The traditional patch and the cute toe patterns take it to the top 10 styles.
Source : HennabyDahsha
The elegant boundary design
With elegant boundary design and colourful toe tips, the dark brown hue of this mehendi is making me go get a mehendi on right now.
Source : Norishhenna
Charm Anklet and the pretty flowy beads
This gorgeous anklet design throws bohemian hippy vibes and we’re here for it.
Source : mr_hennaartist
The whole bridal package
A queen of minimalism with extravaganza. With blank spaces and elaborate designs at some , this one is a must pick to complete that bridal look.
Source : Henna Payal
Blocks and Panels Leafs and Flowers
This one is a mix of everything pretty, with flower power, geometrical symmetry and perfectly aligned empty spaces.
Source : poonams_mehendi
Flower Power
Little flower trails across the feet are a one of kind mehendi design. Oh that rhymed!
Source : @rm_hennaartist
The spiky toe tips
A treat for the minimalist lover. Paint your toes to make them look like a dancers feet. A Classic!
Source : Raudhahedrah
Men Mehendi Design
Cause why should girls have all the fun
This mandala design is both minimalistic with a traditional touch.
Source : Ritual by Design
The Personalised touch
If a full hand of mehendi is a no-no , then go for this tiny mandala, with the wedding rings intertwined.
Source : Gangaur Mehendi
The rule of the Thumb
Another design to add to your list of minimal marvels is this one covering just the thumb. The dark patterns withing and a dotted outline adds a pretty finish.
Source : @healinghenna
Me + You Forever
This mehendi will serve as a symbol of your love.
A portrait of your loved one
One for your traditional nuptials and one for the formal reception. It’s like a photo album on your palms!
Source : Nivedita Jadhav
Complimenting your better half
A pretty mandala with the initials of your better half, it doesn’t get more cheesy than this.
Source : PrernaHennaArt
Rock that geometrical look!
Lines and lines and lines , this geometric symmetrical look appeals to our eyes!
Source : www.henname.net
Ready to go all out!
A more traditional look for your special day, who knew triangles could look so pretty!
Source : Ritual by Design
Mehendi Design for Kids
We have plethora of designs in our store , age , gender, no contraints, that’s how we like it!
For the festive season
A cutesy festive look and to complete it, pretty traditional mandalas finessed with neatly arranged line patterns!
Source : Neeta Creation
Butterfly fly away
Adorn your kids hands with this adorable butterfly henna design.
Butterflies are all the vogue these days
A pretty butterfly sitting on a flower, with a tiny trail of design. A play on the pretty Arabic henna designs.
We can’t get enough of the cuteness!
Animal lover or want a cute little henna tattoo! Adopt this baby koala sitting of a tree with its shaded ears and cute belly!
A dainty floral trail
Cute, small, flowers. Not too much and just perfect.
Source : @aza_hennaart
This one is just too awwdorable!
A tiny doodle of a little girl , with balloons and a leafy tree with birds chirping. Now can you stop yourselves from saying AWWWW!
Source : binnimehndiart
Colourful Sparkles!
Twinkle twinkle little star, rhyme come alive. This design is for sure to be a hit at any event. The blue colour makes it look more like a tattoo than a mehendi design.
How many butterflies are too much butterflies!
We say they are never too much.
Source : Mehendi World
Mehendi Finger Design
Don’t like a palm full of mehendi or want to try a new style altogether. Try these finger designs, the patterns and creativity are limitless.
Source : MehndibyHayat
Thumbs Up!
Just want your decorated thumb to do the talking, we got you covered.
Source : @queen_of_heena
For the fans of minute details
The heart charms , the different finger patterns, looks wholesome.
Source : @hennabysana809
Tattoed Finger Sleeves!
Half and half! The lucky three leafed and the pretty henna on the crop fingers, paired with a beautiful mandala has our heart!
Source : @hennabyhafsax
One style and 5 alike
The beauty of repetitive henna design is so underrated!
Source : Henna By hehzlan
The symmetrical lines are satisfying AF!
A play on traditional henna design with intricate jaalis and leafy charms.
Source : prafulsmehendiart
Unique lines and floral stamps
A One of a kind finger henna design, beautiful , unique and simple to make.
Source : @nurahahenna
Sketchy art with Henna
As simple as it looks, the real challenge is getting those perfect lines! A symmetrical marvel.
Source : @queen_of_heena
It’s finger licki……uh sorry we got lost in this ones beauty
A tasteful design for a lowkey classy look.
Source : @nurahshenna
A henna bookmark!
Resembles a book mark , what if we had bookmarks as pretty as this henna rendition of lines and little doodle patterns.
Source : Tesma Mithun
Full Hand Mehendi Design
Sometimes we like to go over the top, and these gorgeous mehendi extavaganza fulfills all our mehendi Goals.
A perfect mix and match of dark highlights and lighter henna moments. The highlighted rose patches are to die for.
Source : HeenaMehndiartist
This elaborate design doesn’t tire itself from top to bottom
As much effort has been put in the end its equally sylised at the bottom as well. The highlight mehendi lanes make this one an eye catching piece.
Source : Monali@mehendi
A blast of creativity and contrasting designs
This one goes on and on and still doesn’t fail to impress us with creative patches here and there! The whispy floral patterns give this design an oomph factor.
Source : @hennabyshimza
The neat cuts, tiny details a fairy tale for Millenial Brides
Don’t miss out on the mehendi semi-circle that conjoins this masterful art work. And ends with wholesome design at the end.
Source : hennabydivya
Striking patterns in modern Henna Design
This one is full of surprises! With twists and patterns, jaalis and waves and the unique finger tips. We are loving this one.
Source : Anali Henna
The one with all the patterns
When one is not enough, its time to mix and match with our favourite styles. Geometric patters, rose patches and jaalis is what makes this one unique.
Source : nirja_mehndi_creation
Yeah, our jaw also dropped
Before we say anything for this design , we have got to compliment the phenomenal artist. This is a masterpiece of patient and sheer talent. The neatness and the intricacy is what sets this apart.
Source : 9T9 Arts
Impressive Mehendi Design
This makes our eyes wide with wonder! The Lotus touch to the already beautifully done mehendi makes it more charming!
Source : Heenamhndiartist
This one is a Garden of Eden
A flowery bunch , an impressive jaali , delicate rose patches and a full hand design to compliment it all.
Source : Fidaz_bridalhenna
A Tale of Love
Personalise your special wedding day mehendi with this beautiful bride and groom rendition.
Source : Tulsi_Mehendi
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