As we approach Diwali 2023, there’s an air of excitement and anticipation that fills the atmosphere. Commonly known as Deepavali in Malaysia, it’s the Festival of Lights, and it’s a beautiful time of joy, celebration, and the coming together of family and friends. With it, comes the tradition of adorning our hands and feet with the magic of mehndi! Also known as mehendi or henna, mehndi is a type of temporary tattoo that has a reddish brown hue, made from the leaves of the henna plant. The leaves are dried, then formed into a paste, and applied to the skin in intricate patterns that tell stories or contemporary styles that reflect modern aesthetics. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for your own Diwali look or simply appreciating the art form, let’s explore the trendiest Diwali mehndi designs!

It’s always super fun to get mehndi designs on your hands, even if it might take hours on end. Whether you’re looking for something traditional, or maybe you want to do something a little different this year, we’ve curated a list of mehndi trends for you to draw inspiration from for your Diwali mehndi.

Diwali Mehndi Trends of 2023

Traditional Mehndi Designs

When we think of traditional Diwali mehndi designs, we think conventional motifs and patterns of paisley, peacock feathers, and netting. Some might say these designs are overdone, but traditions are traditions for a reason. Traditional diwali mehndi designs encapsulate generations of culture, customs, and rituals best, and you can’t go wrong with traditional Diwali mehndi designs. Plus, the aunties will definitely approve.

Floral Mehndi Designs

Floral has always been the vibe, but maybe you want to branch out from the traditional swirls, dots, and lines that make up the flower print. How about sleeker floral designs that still look like flowers, but don’t necessarily look too traditional? Designs like this are more subtle, but are still very feminine.

Intricate Mehndi Designs

Why go basic when you go va-va-voom? Intricate patterns like this draw a lot of attention to the hands, and you can adorn both your palms and the back of your hands. If you have the patience and the willpower to sit for a few hours without touching anything, go for it. More is more, we always say!

Minimalist Mehndi Designs

Conversely, you could also go for a really minimalist design if you’re more into the clean girl aesthetic. Minimalist designs are also great for beginners if you want to try your own hand at applying henna on yourself! Pro tip: sketch it out with a pen before overlaying it with the henna to get a better picture of what your mehndi will look like.

Geometric Mehndi Designs

You might want to break out the ruler for this. Who says that mehndi designs have to be swirly and circular? Make it modern by adding straight lines, and create beautiful geometric art on your hands. Who knows, maybe you’ll impress a mathematics professor with this.

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