Mehendi - The Most Colourful, Joyful Celebration of the Wedding Season
The Mehendi is a daytime celebration that calls for jewellery that is festive, colourful, and full of personality. The golden rule: go colourful, go festive, go playful. Pastel pink and green, golden brass, and ghungroo bells are the hallmarks of the perfect Mehendi look. At The Shopping Tree, here is your complete guide.
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Mehendi Jewellery Rules
- Go colourful - pastel pink and green, yellow, orange are perfect for Mehendi
- Ghungroo bells are a must - the musical jingle adds to the festive atmosphere
- Keep it light - Mehendi is a daytime function; avoid very heavy bridal pieces
- Tonal: match jewellery stones to your outfit colour
- Contrast: pink and green together is the quintessential Mehendi contrast
- Haathphool is essential - it frames the fresh Mehendi on your hands beautifully
The Necklace
Tonal Pick: Rosen Kundan Necklace Set - Pastel Pink and Green
The Rosen Kundan Necklace Set - rose-inspired kundan in pastel pink and green. Tonal: pink and green stones echo the Mehendi colour palette. Contrast: green stones pop against a pink outfit; pink stones contrast against green.
Pendant Pick: Anjani Kundan Pendant Necklace Set - Pastel Pink and Green
The Anjani Kundan Pendant Necklace Set - a lighter, more delicate option. The pendant format keeps the neckline clean while the pastel pink and green stones add a festive pop. Contrast: the delicate pendant silhouette contrasts beautifully against heavily embroidered Mehendi outfits.
The Earrings
Tonal Pick: Dhwanisha Kashmiri Brass Dejhoor Ghungroo Jhumka - Pastel Pink and Green
The Dhwanisha Dejhoor Ghungroo Jhumka - the ultimate Mehendi earring. The longer dejhoor design frames the face beautifully while ghungroo bells add musical festivity. Tonal: pastel pink and green match the Mehendi palette. Contrast: green pops against pink outfits; pink contrasts against green.
Matte Pick: Jhalak Premium Kashmiri Matte Polish Ghungroo Jhumka - Pastel Pink and Green
The Jhalak Matte Polish Ghungroo Jhumka - a softer, heritage-quality matte finish jhumka in pastel pink and green. Contrast: the matte antique finish creates a beautiful contrast against bright, embroidered Mehendi fabrics.
The Maang Teeka
Kumudini Kundan Pearl Maang Teeka - Golden
The Kumudini Kundan Pearl Maang Teeka in golden - a bridal touch without being too heavy for a daytime function. Tonal: golden complements yellow, orange, and marigold Mehendi outfits. Contrast: warm gold against pastel pink and green is a classic Indian festive combination.
The Haathphool
Moon Kashmiri Adjustable Brass Golden Haathphool - As Worn by Actress Ishita Dutta
The Moon Kashmiri Brass Golden Haathphool - as worn by actress Ishita Dutta. The crescent moon motif in golden brass frames the fresh Mehendi on your hands beautifully. Adjustable, sold as a pair. Contrast: warm golden brass against the green of fresh Mehendi on the skin is a stunning natural contrast.
Mehendi Outfit Colour Guide
- Yellow / Marigold: Tonal: golden maang teeka + golden haathphool | Contrast: pastel pink and green jhumka
- Pastel Pink: Tonal: Rosen necklace + Dhwanisha jhumka | Contrast: golden maang teeka and haathphool
- Mint / Pastel Green: Tonal: Jhalak matte jhumka | Contrast: Rosen necklace - pink stones contrast against green outfit
- Orange / Peach: Tonal: golden kundan pieces | Contrast: pastel pink and green jhumka
- White / Ivory: Tonal: golden haathphool and maang teeka | Contrast: Dhwanisha pastel pink and green jhumka
Mehendi Jewellery Tips
- Haathphool is non-negotiable - it frames the Mehendi and makes every photograph more beautiful
- Ghungroo bells add to the atmosphere - perfectly in tune with the dhol and celebrations
- Keep the necklace light - a pendant works better than a heavy multi-layer piece for daytime
- Avoid very precious pieces - Mehendi functions can get playful and messy
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Because the Mehendi is where the celebrations begin - and your jewellery should be as joyful as the occasion.