Questions & answers

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Everything about booking, travel, packages and timing. If your question isn't here, just ask in your inquiry.

Booking & deposits

Send an inquiry with your event details and the packages you're interested in. I'll reply personally within 24–72 hours with your quote.
Yes. A 35% non-refundable deposit is required to secure every booking, bridal or otherwise. It's subtracted from your total at the end of your booking.

Location & travel

Bridal henna can be done at my home studio in Staten Island, NY, or at your preferred location. Party and event henna takes place at your location. Private appointments are done at the studio only.
If you'd like me to come to you, travel is added to your quote after your inquiry, based on your location. You can avoid it entirely by visiting my home studio, and you can tell me which you prefer on the inquiry form.

Packages & pricing

Each one is a step deeper in coverage. The Najifa goes to the wrist ($400), The Sultana to 3 inches above the wrist ($500), The Akter covers half the arm ($600, my most popular) and The Shahanara goes to the elbow ($800).
The Najifa is recommended for full-sleeve outfits, and The Shahanara is ideal for half-sleeve or shorter-sleeve outfits. If you're unsure, choose "Unsure" on the inquiry form and I'll help you decide.
Yes. All four sides of the hands are included in every bridal arm package.
Yes. There are four feet packages: The Najifa Feet ($100, to the ankle), The Sultana Feet ($200, fuller, to the ankle), The Akter Feet ($300, 2 inches above the ankle) and The Shahanara Feet ($400, 4 inches above the ankle, below the knees).
Yes, for $15 per element: wedding logos or initials, meaningful quotes or phrases, cityscapes, landscapes or skylines, and cultural or symbolic motifs. The groom's name is included as a hidden element in all standard bridal packages.
Yes. Party & Events bookings at your location are $100 per hour for simple designs (recommended for guests) or $120 per hour for medium designs (recommended for family and the bridal party), with a 3-hour minimum, or 1 hour when added to a bridal booking.
Private appointments are held at the studio, and are perfect for nikkah or engagement henna, the bride's mother and sisters, bridesmaids and Eid. Simple designs are $20–$25 per side, and medium detailed designs are $30–$75 per side. Send inspiration photos for an accurate quote, or let me freestyle within your budget.

Timing & what to expect

For a nikkah, sangeet or reception, I recommend booking your henna 2–3 days before your event, so your stain is beautiful on the day.
Bridal arms take 3–4 hours for The Najifa, 5–6 hours for The Sultana, 6–7 hours for The Akter and 8–9 hours for The Shahanara. Bridal feet add 1–4 hours depending on the package. Party designs take 5–10 minutes (simple) or 15–25 minutes (medium) per side.

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