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Types of Mehendi: Understanding the Styles & Finding Your Signature Flow

Mehendi is more than just body art; it’s a global tradition, a visual language, and a self-expression ritual that spans continents. Whether you're drawn to bold, flowing florals or delicate, story-filled lacework, there's a mehendi style that aligns with your vibe and your glow.

Welcome to Glowphi’s essential guide to the world’s most iconic mehendi styles, and how to find the one that speaks to you ✨

1. Arabic Mehendi – Bold, Flowing & Floral

Origin: Middle East & Gulf regions

Vibe: Elegant + Expressive
Design Features:

• Bold flowers and leaves

• Flowing diagonal placements

• Lots of negative space for contrast

• Quick to apply and dries fast

Best For: Festive events, casual glam, modern brides
Skin Tone Tip: The boldness stands out beautifully on deep to medium skin and gives high contrast on fair skin.

📌 Pinterest Hook: “Arabic vs. Indian Mehendi, Which One Are You?”

2. Indian Mehendi – Intricate, Storytelling & Traditional

Origin: India

Vibe: Cultural + Detailed
Design Features:

• Paisleys, peacocks, lotus motifs

• Fine, lace-like lines and symmetry

• Full hand coverage (front + back)

• Can include initials, portraits, and wedding symbols

Best For: Weddings, engagements, classical celebrations
Skin Tone Tip: Indian mehendi’s intricate linework glows beautifully as the stain deepens, especially stunning on golden or richer tones.

📌 Pinterest Hook: “Intricate Beauty: Dive Into Indian Mehendi Magic”

3. Moroccan Mehendi – Geometric, Edgy & Unisex

Origin: North Africa]

Vibe: Bold + Tribal

Design Features:

• Symmetrical lines & angles

• Diamond, triangle, and checkerboard patterns

• Less floral, more geometric

• Often worn by men and women alike

Best For: Music festivals, boho style lovers, minimalists
Skin Tone Tip: Moroccan designs shine on all tones, especially when paired with metallic accessories.

📌 Pinterest Hook: “Modern Meets Tribal: The Moroccan Mehendi Aesthetic”

4. Pakistani Mehendi – A Fusion of Elegance & Detail

Origin: Pakistan
Vibe: Hybrid + Lavish
Design Features:

• Combining Indian intricacy + Arabic boldness

• Mesh nets, florals, mandalas

• Fills the entire palm and wrist in layers

• Bridal & festive perfection

Best For: Nikkahs, Eid celebrations, bridal events
Skin Tone Tip: Deep tones bring out the rich, velvety red, while lighter skin highlights its fine art detail.

📌 Pinterest Hook: “Pakistani Mehendi Perfection: Where Cultures Collide in Beauty”

Honorable Mentions: Other Global Henna Styles

• Sudanese Mehendi – Bold, black henna with large coverage areas

• Western Fusion Henna – Dainty finger dots, celestial designs, white or glitter henna for events & festivals

• Indo-Arabic – The best of both worlds: floral + fill-in fusion

✨ Pro Tip: You can always blend styles to create your own signature glow.

Finding Your Flow: Which Style Are You?

Final Thoughts

Mehendi isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a global language of beauty, identity, and expression, and no matter your skin tone, culture, or style, there's a design that belongs to your story.

At Glowphi, we celebrate art that glows from within, traditional, modern, or somewhere in between. Which mehendi style will you wear next?