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Saturday Snapshot- Henna at an Indian Wedding

Hey Guys! It's time for another Saturday Snapshot*! Last Week, I got to attend a wedding in Kolkatta (India), and participate in all the traditional customs. One of those customs involves applying Mehndi, or Henna to all the girls hands. This week, I'm sharing some pictures of the ceremony with you.
*This meme is hosted by westmetromommyreads.com 

Applying the Mehndi




The Bride applies on her arms and just above her ankle on both feet 
The Henna has to dry before you can peel it off

The Mehndi after it has dried and been peeled off


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  1. Laurel-Rain SnowDecember 17, 2016 at 9:46 PM

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing, and here's MY SATURDAY SNAPSHOT POST

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  2. Sandra NachlingerDecember 17, 2016 at 10:09 PM

    Such amazingly intricate designs! Is there a certain significance or history to this custom? How long does the design last before fading? I'm curious.
    Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.
    Sandy @ Writing With a Texas Twang.

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    1. Vedika @ Poems and PoetsDecember 18, 2016 at 11:22 AM

      The pattern lasts clearly for 3-4 days. After it starts to fade, it can stay for another week or so. I applied the henna on the 8th of December. It's the Eighteenth today and it's still on my hands!

      Thanks for stopping by!

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