If you've ever been to an Indian, Moroccan, or Pakistani wedding ceremony, you've probably seen — or worn — mehndi. Many brides, both abroad and in the United States, wear these henna "tattoos" on ...
In this video I share my love for henna, starting with my playful henna freckles and then attempting a traditional Indian bridal design on my hand. I show how I apply the paste, explain what henna is ...
Neha Assar can spend up to three hours holding a bride’s hands before a wedding. She will also devote three hours to holding her feet. Ms. Assar is a henna artist specializing in mehndi, the ...
Mehendi is stepping beyond its traditional roles and entering the world of aesthetic and tattoo-style body art. Bold, unique ...
During weekly bridal appointments, Neha Assar sits cross-legged for five to nine hours as she examines the fine lines and shape of a bride’s hands, gently squeezing the tip of a henna cone and drawing ...
Henna tattoo art is an ancient practice with profound cultural and spiritual significance. The intricate patterns made using this natural plant dye can symbolize blessings, protection, and joy and are ...
In 1997, when Madonna and Gwen Stefani started sporting henna tattoos, the Western world took notice of these gorgeous and artful techniques. But we were already behind the times. This traditional ...
Priyanka Chopra incorporated many hidden romantic symbols of her relationship to Nick Jonas into her gorgeous wedding wardrobe. We’ve known about the touching embroidery she included in both of her ...
Henna, derived from the Lawsonia inermis plant, has been used for centuries across South Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Egypt and India, where it ...