Overview

• New Oct. 9 galleries and live guides from Times Now and The Indian Express curate full-hand, back-hand, and foot designs ahead of the festival.
• Full-hand mehndi remains a staple choice, while modern, Indo‑Western, and minimalist styles gain traction this year.
• Editors highlight traditional motifs such as the chand–channi (moon and sieve), peacock, paisley, jaal/net with floral accents, and personalized couple or folk elements.
• Practical tips emphasize fresh, high‑quality henna, lemon‑sugar application after drying, long wear time, oil sealing, minimal water contact, and booking 1.5–2 hours for both hands.
• Last‑minute solutions include easy back‑hand and foot patterns plus quick “2‑minute” full‑hand ideas for readers short on time.