In various parts of the world, mehndi is a very popular and traditional form of painless body art, but it can also involve a ceremony women often go through the day before marriage in Muslim cultures. The ceremony is typically a festive event that the bride, her female relatives, and close friends attend in celebration. Rather than using a needle like with traditional tattoos, dried leaves from the henna plant are applied to the skin (usually the arms and legs) to stain. The darker the art gets before the wedding day is said to signify how accepting the groom’s family is of the bride, in addition to how successful the marriage will be. Because it is such a special event, the bride will definitely want to look good, seeing as it’s a one-in-a-lifetime occasion. If your own mehndi ceremony is coming up, here are some tips to look as good as possible on your special day. 
	First of all, consider the general style of what you’ll be wearing. In terms of colors, if you want to be bold, try wearing brighter colors, like yellow and green. Pale brown/yellow, turquoise, and even light pink should work if you want less of a stand-out look. You should also initially decide whether you want a traditional or modern look. Just be sure your outfit is comfortable and looks great at the same time. 
	Jewelry is also a very important thing to consider before you go to your mehndi ceremony. Again, you can choose to be bold and wear something that stands out, or you can be more subtle with what you decide to put on. Also remember that it doesn’t have to be brand-new jewelry; it can be a hand-me-down and look great all the same. Be sure it compliments your outfit, or it may be the subject of either too much or not enough attention. You’ll want people to notice what you put so much effort in deciding to wear enough, but don’t let it take away from the rest of your outfit! 
	Finally, try to make sure you are wearing makeup you won’t mind wearing while sitting still for a long time, because that’s what you’ll have to do while you have the mehndi applied to your arms and legs, as well as while it dries. Once again, be sure your makeup of choice compliments the rest of your look (especially with your chosen colors). 
	It’s also a very good idea to tie your hear up or back so it doesn’t bother your face while you have the mehndi applied. After all, you won’t be able to reach up and move it away should it get in your face and bother you.
	A mehndi ceremony is a very special time in any Muslim woman’s life, and by following the above tips, you can be sure that you’ll look great for the occasion, too. Good luck!