We’ve all seen that Corelle commercial, at least I have, where they “grease” the run way so that the model falls along with the plate which doesn’t break, showing us how Corelle can stand up to anything! Almost everyone’s got Corelle laying around somewhere or another. They’re cheap, economical, and unbreakable. No, I’m not advertising here but I found some Indian-inspired designs I thought of sharing. Whenever I see paisley it reminds me of mehndi.

Though a little to “busy” for me they’re worth considering if you’re traditional. But, nothing reminds one more of mehndi then this “Henna” design! Its Indian vibe and cultural beauty are in line with today’s ethnically inspired trends.

Look around…and you’ll see so much that has been inspired by India and it’s culture. Then share it with us! If your pick is chosen it will be featured in our next issue!

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Look around your home and whether you are Indian or not it’s highly likely that your home has some or something Indian in it! Whether it’s basmati rice, a made in India tunic, or even a pillow; India is everywhere (more…)

Mehndi, or henna, has a long and ancient history. It’s been around for thousands of years. Mehndi was introduced to India in the 12th century, by the Mughals. (more…)

We all know that Arabic mehndi is popular right now. The problem being that it has been popular for way too long! It is time to bring back traditional mehndi, also known as Indian mehndi. Every passing trend must diminish sooner or later and this is the right time. Bollywood celebrities have made this trend way too popular. The chunky designs have taken over the more intricate traditional ones. Many of you may have adorned your hands with henna just recently for Eid. It was probably Arabic Mehndi! So was mine, believe it or not. I usually don’t even get mehndi done for this very reason. This year I decided that I also wanted to take part in this lovely bit of festivities. I was determined to let the mehndiwali know that Arabic was not for me! Much to my dissapointment she outright refused to do a traditional design! I was willing to pay for it. It’s not like she was doing anyone any favors but her stubborness left nothing more than sheer dissapointment to me. She even refused to fill in the fingertips! It was an outrage I must say. Does everyone really like Arabic mehndi or do they just follow it because it’s so popular? What ever happened to our own culture? Our we abandoning our traditions for new ones? All these questions lead to only one answer. Not everyone likes the Arabic designs. They are just following trends. In the process our traditions our being abandoned. Traditional mehndi has become reserved only for brides. Even the bridal party is getting Arabic, and many times the bride herself! The solution? Speak up for what you really love. Bring back traditional mehndi. Together we can make a new trend! It’s time to defeat Arabic Mehndi.