Looking for South Asian Henna Artists in Chicago?

The love for henna is inevitable no matter in which part of the world you are. And even more during weddings and celebrations. More than the following ritual it has now become a celebration with the family and friends. The event is celebrated as ‘Mehndi Night’ followed by dance, drinks, and good food. The best henna artists are hired to apply henna to the bride and other guests. The reason behind applying henna comes a long way and has a deeper meaning in our civilization. It is believed that henna brings more charm, good luck, and prosperity into one’s life. Likewise the demand for an expert henna artist during weddings.

Everybody seeks professional and best artists to apply mehndi for them. The design and color are decided by the bride according to the color of the wedding attire and wedding theme.

Latest Trends in Bridal Henna Designs

The trends in henna designs have constantly evolved. Beginning with green henna and a few basic patterns and motifs like leaves and flowers and moon, now we see more colors and designs with endless perfection and finesse. All are beautiful and have their own significance. You can choose and try anything you like for your special night. Also, the efficiency of the henna artist matters on the popularity of that particular henna design and style.

1. Indian Mehndi Design

The reason why we call an Indian wedding a ‘big fat wedding’ is the incorporation of various elements - from music to decor to cuisines to venues to colorful ceremonies. We see everything in countless ways and styles. And so in the Mehndi designs. From single trails on the back and front of the hands to full coverage of the hands on both sides, with bride-groom portraits, their love journey, pets, the entire Baraat scene, the city they met, landmarks of proposal place, and various other auspicious artwork depicting a marriage ceremony, Indian mehndi style always has had something unique to offer and roots attached to it. You can find all types of Indian mehndi designs ranging from bold to thin, and heavy to minimal.

2. Pakistani Mehndi Design

Although one might say that both Indian and Pakistani designs are similar in pattern if you look closely. The Pakistani designs represent more about their culture and traditions. The designs are usually intricate to apply and the outlines are bolder in appearance. The design includes a moon with henna-tipped fingers, floral artwork, paisleys, domes, more leaves, and in many cases, doors of mosques and tomb structure.

3. Arabic Mehndi Design

Originating in the Gulf countries, Arabic henna designs are unique in styling, with bold lines and empty spaces. This type of mehndi involves a mix of floral artwork along with paisley patterns and has a certain amount of royalty and elegance attached to it. The best part is that they are minimal and take less time to apply than heavy henna designs.

4. White Henna Design

This is the new style of henna where the artist paints the hands with white adhesive glue mixed in white paint. The paste is prepared and poured into a tube to apply to the hands of the brides or guests attending the wedding. The white henna is not like regular henna but is a lot easier to apply. The best part is that it is less time-consuming and dries out in a few minutes. But costs a little extra than regular henna. Many brides are opting for this style of henna to change their look and try something different.

5. Red Henna Design

Red henna is quite popular in Native America, Asia, and Australia. This henna is made from a henna tree called Lawsonia Inermis. They are the source of reddish brown dye also used for body paint or art and in henna designs as well. The designs in red henna are very chic and minimal that any bride can choose for her special day.

Prices of Henna Artists in Chicago

As we are aware that all henna artists have their own rate list depending on their designs and length. For example, the rate of minimal henna would be different from bridal henna, the rate of Arabic or half arms would be different from full arms, the customized design could cost more than the regular designs, and so on. In Chicago, the basic charges are from $100 to $300 per hour. But you can ask your artists the final costs after finalizing everything - like your designs, the on-location service, other helping hands for the family and guests, and concessions. 

Things To Remember While Hiring A Bridal Henna Artist In Chicago

Amidst the hustle of planning for a wedding you may skip a few important things like finalizing the vendor or sending a confirmation or taking a follow-up, etcetera. We have prepared a list of those important tasks which you can bookmark on your phone for a smooth booking. The list is not very hard to remember but yes, there are some very crucial points to keep in mind before hiring henna artists for your mehndi night.

1. Budget

A Happy and stress-free wedding is only possible when everything happens according to the plan and within the decided budget. And like other vendors, the henna vendor is equally important for the bride's overall look. Before hiring any vendor for your special day, you can openly ask them for their quotations and services. You can choose to finalize based on whatever Whatever suits your decided budget.

2. On-location Services

It's best to confirm with your vendor before booking if they provide on-location services or not. As some vendors do provide it with extra charges, but some of them, have a strict 'no' policy to give on-location services. 

3. Vendor Availability

Most of the well-known vendors are already booked in advance during the wedding season, and there are good chances that even your favorite vendors won't be available during your dates. We recommend booking your vendors as soon as you finalize the dates, without any delays. 

4. Reviews

The reviews can bring you a clear picture of the artist's work, finesse, and behavior. The experience of the other clients can help you in making a smart and clear choice while booking the vendors. Therefore, we recommend reading the reviews before contacting the vendors. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Henna Artist In Chicago

How much do henna artists charge in Chicago?

Every artist has their own criteria to charge from clients. The basic charges are almost the same for all the artists but the type of henna, the design selection, the length, and how detailed the design will also influence the artist's rate. So, majorly it is up to clients' choices.

Are there henna artists listed on Pyaari Weddings?

Yes, we have 1000+ bridal Henna artists listed on Pyaari Weddings across Canada and America. From Chicago, we have all the established vendors listed on our platform with all their details, work photos, ratings, reviews, and even prices. You can contact them via the direct 'chat button' or 'message the vendor' box with your requirements to know their availability and other details if any!

What are other things you need to keep in mind while hiring the best henna artists in Chicago?

There are a few important things that you should keep in mind before hiring any henna artists like their experience, the reviews by clients, their expertise, their work on social handles, their rates, the popularity of the artists, and most importantly the availability during your mehendi night. All these points can help you select the best one according to your needs.

Are there any other services provided by Pyaari Weddings?

Pyaari Weddings is a South Asian Wedding platform supporting countless couples to plan their wedding in a more, elegant, easy, and effortless way. Apart from getting the Best Henna Artists in Chicago, you can also find other wedding vendors like Photographers, Decorators, Caterers, Venues, Videographers, DJs, Bridal Makeup Artists, and Officiants. We curated a list of vendors, vaulted their information, and estimated their prices.

All you have to do is- enter your city and requirements, look through vendors and save them to your 'cart'(with the heart button), and check out a customized wedding plan with an appropriate budget.