Mehndi
Navami
Shasthi
Ashtami
Shasthi
Shasthi
Shasthi
Shasthi
A note from Swtantra
For the afternoon your hands aren't free
At a mehndi you sit very still for an hour while the artist works, then dance until dinner. We dress for both halves. Right now this page leans towards sarees, with a kurta set, a skirt saree and a lehenga for a change. Expect greens, olive, copper and gold, which sit beautifully next to henna.
The Rich Emerald satin with bronze pendants is the one we keep reaching for. The Henna chiffon has shimmer and pendants that swing when you dance, and the emerald satin lehenga with hand-embroidered blouse fabric is the showpiece. For a daytime function at home, the green cotton Kota with scallop embroidery stays light.
Now the practical bit. With wet henna on both hands, pleating is out of the question, so several favourites come pre-draped, like the Green Royal. Prefer pre-draped? We can stitch any saree into our patented Less than a Minute style for ₹1,299. Keep sleeves short or three-quarter, and let a bronze potli pick up the metallic satins. For more green drapes, see our mehndi sarees.
Good to know
What colour should I wear to a mehndi?
Green is traditional: emerald, olive, parrot and mint. Pink, purple and copper look lovely next to henna too.
I'll be sitting for ages. What's most comfortable?
A kurta set with pants or a pre-draped saree. Avoid long sleeves that brush against wet designs, and have a look at our mehndi suits.
How do I care for a satin saree with pendants?
Dry clean it, since pendants and embroidery need gentle handling. Store it folded in a breathable cotton bag.