Pakistani Mehndi Dresses (Bridal Mehndi Dresses)

The Pakistan wedding scene is characterized by a lot of activities that are aimed at bringing together both sets of families; the bride and the groom side. Much of the Pakistan wedding culture was borrowed from the neighboring India, with the main focus of all the functions being the bride. Although all the functions are attractive in their own way, Mehndi and Mayon appear to be the most adored.

Mehndi-Dress-Mini-Blouse

Multicolored-Mehndi-Dress

 During the Pakistan wedding ceremony, participants from both sides are treated to fun and excitement much of which is derived from the stylish and flamboyant dresses on display. However, any Pakistani wedding would be incomplete without the classic Mehndi wedding dress. Knowing the importance that is placed on its role in the ceremony, the bride has to be keen when choosing the style, size and fabric of the garment.

Mendi-Dress-Patyala-Style

Mendi-Dress-Blue-Blouse

Simple-Mehndi-Dress

If you are planning to acquire a Mehndi dress for your wedding, style and color are very critical factors. Mostly these are found in yellow though the different shades allow you to vary your choice. Elementally, color and style form the basis of choosing a Pakistani Mehndi dress and the bride is expected to choose one that matches her personality and body. Sometimes the ceremony may cause a lot of anxiety on the bride in which case a designer can take up the role of choosing the dress. All in all, getting the best Mehndi bridal dress will depend on whether you have access to the best options. The online medium has proven to be a perfect hunting ground for the best designers. 

Mehndi Dress and Hair Style

Multicolored-Mehndi-Dress

Classic-Mehndi-Dress

Mehndi Functions in Pakistan

As a predominantly Islamic nation, Pakistan traditions are characterized by occasions that follow the precepts prescribed in the Holy Quran. Although the wedding traditions have no direct link to Islam having been adopted from the Hindu culture, these occasions have been healthily blended with the Islamic life.  Mehndi functions are part of the marriage ceremonies in the Pakistani culture. As in any other part of the world, the marriage function is designed to bring together the families of both the bride and groom. Most of the traditions involved in these ceremonies have been around for ages, with some dating as back as 1500 years ago.

Beautiful Girl on her Mehndi Function

Mehndi Stage

The duration of a Pakistani wedding ceremony is about four days and involves several functions namely; Walima,  Mehndi, Ubtan, Baraat, Mayun, and Dolki. Specifically, Mehndi functions in Pakistan take place two days to the major wedding ceremony. Traditionally, the groom and bride functions were held separately with guests from both sides presenting henna and Mehndi to their hosts. Since there were different ceremonies in the past, the groom’s function was referred as “Tael” (oil) to signify the oil that was applied to his hair. This tag has since been removed because today’s function is composed of one ceremony.

Bride in Mehndi Dress

Rasm-e-Hina

Mehndi Function

All the same, the Mehndi functions in Pakistan have still maintained their allure with a lot of activities being featured. Both sides wear great Pakistan clothes, with the bride usually being adorned in a green or yellow dress. The celebrations are also marked with song and dance competitions between the bride and groom sides. Until recently, such activities were considered feminine but a lot has changed and men are more involved in the Mehndi functions. 

Mehndi Dress Bride

Stage for Mehndi

Mehndi Function Boys

Boys Dance on Mehndi Function

Girls Dance Mehndi Function

Rasm e Hina

Mehndi functions in Pakistan