Bridal mehndi forms an important part of most Indian weddings. Mehndi ceremony is usually held one or two days prior to the wedding. Bridal mehndi or the program of mehndi is accompanied by elderly women, young girls and children singing a traditional folksong. The ritual of Mehndi ceremony is usually followed in most parts of India. The hands of the bride are adorned with the bright red color of the bridal mehndi. It is believed that darker the design of bridal mehndi, the deeper is the bond shared with the spouse.

Bridal Mehndi Designs:

Bridal mehndi design may vary widely, ranging from ethnic Indian designs to contemporary designs. Apart from the palms, bridal mehndi is also applied on ankles and upper arms. Some of the popular bridal mehndi designs are classical bridal design, star bridal design, elegant bridal design and royal bridal mehndi. Elaborate patterns are drawn resembling beautiful bracelets, armlets, anklets on the hands and feet. Usually bridal mehndi is drawn not less than 7" from palm and feet. Sometimes they may go up to 10" – 12.