Henna Parties

Henna Parties

Henna is a flowering plant that is found in the dry climates of the Middle East and parts of Africa. Henna, however, is more commonly known as the dye that is made from the plant and is used to create temporary tattoos. The dye can also be used to dye hair, fingernails, and fabrics. The dye stains the skins with colors ranging from pale brown to dark russet red.

There are many ways to mix and prepare henna, with each family having a unique recipe that has been handing down through generations, along with secret henna styles and henna designs that have been in the family for hundreds of years.

The history of henna began thousands of years ago and is still going strong today. The art of Henna has been practiced for over seven thousand years in both the Middle East and Africa and in recent years has gained popularity in Europe and  North America.

People receive henna tattoos at henna parties, which celebrate a magnitude of events. Henna party ideas include weddings, birthdays, baby showers, and bar mitzvahs.

In India, a bride has her pre-wedding henna painted on her hands and feet the day before her wedding with beautiful intricate Menhdi (henna) designs. Menhdi designs are paisley and have intricate flower designs that cover a large amount of the hands and wrists.

Middle Eastern henna is used for more than just weddings. Pregnant women have designs painted on their ankles and bellies to protect them throughout childbirth.

Moroccan henna  designs tend to be more geometric in their design than the flowery style of Indian henna.

Jewish Moroccans have their own henna designs for weddings. During the traditional henna party the day before the wedding, a member of the family smudges henna into the palm of the bride and groom or places henna balls covered in glitter on their fingertips to symbolically bestow the new couple with good health, fertility, wisdom, and security. Other Jewish henna party ideas include wrapping ribbon around the blob of henna on the palm, so that it will darken in color and last longer.

Henna is an important tradition in many cultures and is used in over 60 countries today. Henna has been at the core of celebrations throughout history.

Henna parties are available by contacting Zohar Productions at
800-658-0258 or info@zoharproduction.com
We have locations in NYC, LA, Miami, and Phoenix.
Visit  www.zoharproductions.com  for additional information.

Watch this video to learn more about henna!