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Mehndi Motifs and Custom Design Ideas

byLeena PurabiyaTravels to venues across the Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from250 per guestView full gallery

These are my sketchbook favorites. Pick your preferred symbols, and I will weave them into your custom mehndi design for a truly personal touch.

A collection of four different elegant peacock motifs. These can be used as central elements in a bridal design or as standalone features for guest mehndi.

A pair of royal elephants, intricately decorated. These majestic figures are a popular choice for bridal mehndi, symbolizing strength and prosperity.

Another beautiful pair of decorated elephants. These can be placed facing each other on opposite hands for a symmetrical bridal look.

A repeating pattern of small, decorated elephants. This is a great way to practice consistency and can be used to create a unique border or filler.

A detailed elephant motif with its trunk holding a lotus spray. This is a beautiful and auspicious design element for any traditional mehndi.

A video showing the creation of the elephant and lotus motif. You can see the process of layering the henna to create shading and dimension.

A video showcasing a beautiful Pichwai-style cow and lotus design. This traditional art form translates wonderfully into henna, creating a unique and spiritual motif.

The completed Pichwai cow design. The use of negative space and delicate shading brings this classic Indian art style to life.

The outline of the Pichwai cow design. This shows the foundational line work before the detailed filling is added.

A video of a swan mandala design in progress. This shows how I build the scene, starting with the swans and adding the surrounding lotuses and water.

About Design Lookbook: Motifs & Concepts

When you choose a design, it should reflect your personality. Whether you want traditional peacocks or a specific cultural motif like a Pichwai cow, I help you select elements that blend perfectly with your overall theme. It is about more than just a picture; it is about building a design that tells your unique story.

Choosing the right motifs is the first step in creating a beautiful bridal look. My sketchbook is full of elements that hold deep meaning, from the grace of swans and elephants to the detailed architecture of jharokhas. Many brides come to me knowing they want something traditional, but they are not sure how to tie it all together. That is where I step in. We can mix and match these concepts to suit your preferences. If you love a specific Pichwai cow design or want a mandala as a central feature, we can build the rest of the hand coverage around that focal point. I believe in 'Kala SARASWATI Ma Deti hai' (Art is a gift from Goddess Saraswati), and I treat every custom design as a blessing. Whether you are in Goregaon or anywhere else in the Mumbai Metropolitan Area, I am happy to sit down and sketch out a layout that fits your vision. I focus on precise line work and shading to make sure these motifs pop against your skin. If you are undecided, feel free to browse these concepts and tell me what catches your eye. We can then refine the size, placement, and surrounding patterns to ensure the final result is exactly what you imagined for your big day.

Mumbai-based Mehndi Artist since 2005Approved by the tribe
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Leena Purabiya

Travels to venues across the Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from 250 per guest

I am Leena. Mehndi is a blessing, and I put my heart into every stroke. Whether you want a simple elephant motif or a full narrative design, I am here to make it happen.

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