Whether it’s for Eid, weddings or just a lazy evening where you pick up a Henna cone and sketch an absolute disaster on your hand, Mehndi is an art form that can be used to express oneself. Mehndi for most is not just a product but an experience that brings joy. Looking at it fading away, no matter how many times you promise yourself to not get henna done you’ll always end up getting it. Here are 7 Karachi based Henna artists whose designs you’ll fall in love with
1. This artist has been experimenting with henna designs since childhood
Saniya from Saniya’s Henna (@saniyashenna) is an engineer who is obsessed with henna. When she was just a child, her family would gather around her every eid to get their mehndi done. She never imagined doing this full time but nothing else brought her as much joy as being a henna artist. Saniya’s signature style is intricate traditional Karachi style henna but she loves to experiment with new elements and styles as well taking inspirations from different artists Other times she draws whatever her brain dictates her, this includes Indian style and Arabic style henna patterns. Her designs start from Rs. 250 per side Check her work out here!
2. This henna artist also teaches her art style by giving masterclasses
Ghousia Owais (@ghousiaowaismehandi) runs an institute named Dhoraji Institute where she delivers her masterclasses. Her 5-hour classes are priced at Rs. 2,000 and she teaches most styles including bridal henna and party henna. Ghousia believes she has a creative mind that makes her explore different patterns and designs. Usually, her designs are heavy yet intricate and cost Rs. 1,000 per side. Take inspiration from her designs here!
3. This henna artists specialises in unique personalised designs
Sara from Sara’s Henna (@sarashenna) is famous amongst Pakistani celebrities and often travels worldwide for Brides. Celebrities such as Ayezah Khan and Sanam Jung have been spotted getting their henna done from Sara. She specialises in Henna body Art and bridal Henna. Sara offers contemporary bridal designs, she conceptualized bespoke love story designs, as well as White Henna. She also offer henna crowns, belly blessings and creative body art. Her prices range from Rs. 5,000 an hour for party henna to Rs. 55,000 for Bespoke Love Story design. You can also book her for destination weddings for $1,000. Book her now here!
4 This henna artist turned her passion into a profession to finance her studies Intricate Henna Designs (@intricate.henna.designs) is run by a bridal henna expert. The founder has been doing henna since the age of 11. Now after 10 years of experience, she decided to make it a profession to come out of financial hardships. She usually offers Uroosi designs and her personal style is basically anything intricate but she can do Indian and Arabic designs as well. If you’re someone who likes fuller hands you’d love her work. Her designs for brides have a starting price of Rs. 5,000. Book here!
5. this artist provides home services in Karachi for those looking to get their mehndi done
Henna and Makeup Studio by Mehak (@mehaknasir17) is Mehak’s passion project. She dreams of transforming this into a big brand so artists can look up to her henna designs for inspiration. Recently, she did Minal Khan’s Henna for her engagement. This studio offers all kinds of henna ranging from light to customised fuller designs. Their price range is very affordable but normally varies from design to design, so it’s best to dm them your favourite henna picture and ask about its price. Check them out here!
6. This artist is known for her peacock-inspired Mehendi designs
Sana Noor Mehendi Art (@sana_noor_mehandi_art) provides home service for anyone who is too lazy to step outside. Her designs are more towards fuller styles and often are very intricately made. Sana can also personalise each design with beautiful writings More prominent designs on her profile include Indian designs, Jaali patterns and Arabic designs. Visit her profile here!
7. This business provides makeups and henna home services
Henna & Makeup Studio by Hira (@hennabyhiraaa) is known for its amazing makeup and henna services. Although you’ll spot many designs on her profile, she excels at Bareek Henna. A review suggests she is extremely hardworking at what she does and her Bareek mehendi is like no one else’s. If you like geometrical designs and something that’s beautiful and not too full, you’ll enjoy visiting her Instagram Visit here!
