A Â colleague’s henna tattoo for her brother’s wedding. It has almost the same intricate design on the front.
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(The tattoo extends to her arms almost reaching shoulders. I forgot to take a photo of her palm, more intricate artwork there.)
While I/we admired my first henna tattoo last June, I was in awe when a colleague showed hers. They held the traditional henna party few days before her sibling’s wedding (like a bridal shower). The activity itself gives an opportunity for women of both families to bond. Some popular beliefs related to (wedding) henna party:
(a) A dark henna stain is said to be a sign of strong love
(b) The stain on the body for the next few weeks is a constant reminder of the special events surrounding the wedding day
(c) New brides are traditionally excused from housework until their henna patterns fade away
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