This tradition usually takes place on the eve of Eid al-Fitr, known as Chaand Raat or the 'night of the moon. ' Even today, this centuries-old practice finds relevance during Eid celebrations across the globe.

A member of the Loosestrife family, henna originally comes from Egypt. A thread on the art of henna in Muslim cultures... The English name henna comes from the Arabic term الحناء (al-ḥinnā).

It's a lively and colourful gathering held before the wedding ceremony, primarily among South Asian and Middle Eastern Muslim communities. During a Henna party, the bride-to-be, her close female friends, and family members come together to apply intricate henna designs on their hands and feet.

According to Indian wedding traditions, applying henna to the hands, feet, and arms of a woman is said to aid fertility, ward off evil, and attract positive energy. Hidden within the bride's intricate artwork are the names of both the bride and groom, which the groom is meant to find as a further sign of good luck.