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 ...
One of our favorite ways to pass time on Instagram is to dive into a rabbit hole of henna designs. We didn't think that incredibly intricate art form could get more mesmerizing until we discovered UV ...
Ishita has previously contributed to a number of publications, including The Indian Express, The Logical Indian, and Feminism In India. She has over two years of writing experience and enjoys using ...
It’s 2008. I’m ten years old. I have a henna cone in my hand and I’m not afraid to use it. I squeeze unrecognisable flowers onto the women, and I paint wonky footballs and messy rockets onto the boys.
The wedding season is in full swing and the pretty girls all across can't stop discussing wedding outfits, decor, jewellery and more. But one thing that most of us often forget to discuss are the ...
With a history spanning millennia across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia, henna is steeped in tradition and cultural rituals. The natural dye is typically used to create temporary, ...
So much more than intricate dyed patterns decorated over hands, feet, arms and legs, Henna is the time-honoured custom rooted in the cultural traditions of South Asia, the Middle East, and North ...