I'm looking into doing a mehndi/henna party for the girls in my wedding party before my wedding in august. I'm not of indian descent, and neither are my girls, but i've always had an interest in indian culture and this seems like a really fun tradition, and my mom knows someone who does henna professionally. I don't want to do anythign that would offend people or would demean traditions, and i'm just not sure on the etiquette of having a henna party and wearing henna designs in my wedding if i'm not of the culture. what do you think would be appropriate? thanks!
Nightrider2009-03-09T08:42:34Z
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There are no hard and fast rules as far as henna is concerned. You are not offending any Indian. So relax. Enjoy.
It is a decoration. Mostly for brides (very elaborate) and all the well wishers who attend the day prior get their henna done too (not so elaborate so as not to compete with the bride) to join the festivities.
Have a wonderful wedding...!!
I am assuming you are white. If yes, henna actually stands out better against white skin (good contrast). A suggestion - Add color - mostly red and green in your design - to make it more dramatic.
Krystal K (above answerer) is wrong. Do not listen to her. You are not offending any Indian. Trust me on this.
Now a days Henna is very common among non-Indian people and non-Muslim people. There are many designs that have no significance to any particular group and the person who is doing the henna will most likely have many things for you and your guests to pick from. Henna can be applied in many different places so you don't have to worry anyone getting something that can't be covered up later on. There are many small designs. Have a great time and congratulations on your engagement.
There are no religious connotations attached to the ceremony (at least among Indian Hindus). Its just part of the festivities. I am not sure about the Muslim wedding henna traditions.
Its admirable that you would want to consider proper etiquette regarding this. But relax.. me thinks there aren't any ! Its just bridal decoration. Maybe the girl who does the henna will know more on the subject ..
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