The look
One focal flower on the back of the hand, leaves and dotted trails to the index and ring fingers, and alternating rings at the knuckles. The thumb and little finger usually stay bare so the hand does not feel crowded.
Thirty to forty-five minutes per hand. Suits Eid, birthdays, engagements and mehndi nights.
Frequently asked questions
Which back hand design is best for a girl attending a wedding?
A central flower with vines on two fingers and a wrist band. It reads as festive without competing with the bride's bridal design.
How is a for-girls design different from Arabic?
It is finer and more symmetrical, with a centred motif rather than a diagonal sweep.
How long does a back hand design for girls take?
Thirty to forty-five minutes for most designs, plus about twenty minutes to dry before you can use the hand.
Guides using these designs
- Festival Mehndi Designs: Diwali, Teej & Karva Chauth
- Eid Mehndi Designs: Henna Ideas for Chaand Raat
- Birthday & Party Mehndi Designs: Fun Henna Ideas
- Wedding Guest Mehndi Designs: Elegant Henna Ideas
- Mehndi Night Designs for the Bride's Family & Friends
- Everyday Mehndi Designs: Simple Henna for Any Day
- Engagement Mehndi Designs for the Ring Ceremony
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