43 Simple Henna Designs That Are Easy to Draw

Henna or mehndi has been used to decorate the body throughout history. It has been dated back to Ancient Egypt and is still popular all over the world today. Henna is usually added to the hands and feet and it is available in a variety of colors. We love henna because you can have beautiful body art but without the pain of a tattoo. It is also temporary, so you can wear as many different designs as you like! To show you how amazing henna looks, we have found 43 stunning and simple henna designs. We have floral patterns, trendy geometric designs and more. You won’t be able to decide which one to try first!

1. Elegant White Henna Design

We would like to begin by showing you this elegant white henna idea. The henna has been placed on the back of the hand. It is a simple design with beautiful lines and a floral look. The white henna is stunning and would be perfect for a wedding or if you want a stylish design for the summer. Of course, you create something similar in any henna color.

2. Botanical Henna Design for Hands

Flowers and botanical designs are very popular in henna art. Here we have a beautiful floral idea to show you. The henna is placed on two fingers and one design features small flowers and leaves, while the other has a natural plant pattern with elegant lines. This is an artistic idea and it will look stunning on anyone.

3. Simple Mandala Mehndi

Next, we have a mandala henna design. A mandala features stunning patterns and it is a symbol of spirituality. These designs can be as minimal or as intricate as you like. This henna idea has a simple design that is on the thigh. The lines and shapes used are beautiful. Recreate this or you can place a similar design elsewhere like the hand or the foot. You can also add other patterns too.

4. Simple Henna Design for the Hand

Our next idea is a pretty hand design. The henna is on the back of the hand and ends on the middle finger. It is a stunning Mehndi design and it looks like a beautiful piece of jewelry. The pattern is simple and it can be created in a henna color of your choice. You can make the henna even simpler by just recreating the large pattern without the henna on the fingers.

5. Pretty Henna Design with a Small Moon

Looking for a bold henna design? Then this is for you. The henna starts just below the wrist and ends at the tip of the middle finger. There are lots of patterns in-between including leaves, dots and there is a cute moon too. This is a gorgeous idea and it will look amazing on anyone.

6. Henna Art on the Fingers

Henna designs look so stylish when placed on the fingers and here is a great example. Each of the fingers has a different design but they all compliment each other. This is a trendy way to wear henna and you can recreate this or choose your own patterns. You could even have henna on one or two fingers instead on them all.

7. Red Henna

Next, we have a beautiful henna idea to show you. This design covers the hand from wrist to finger tips. The shape and patterns are similar to the ones seen in Indian henna and the red color finishes of the design perfectly. It is a gorgeous piece of body art and you can create a similar look or simplify it and wear just the hand or finger designs.

8. Floral White Mehndi

Love the white henna ideas? Then you need to check out this next design. Here we have henna on the arm with a stunning floral pattern. It looks so elegant and beautiful. We love this design because it combines the mandala and floral styles. Mehndi like this would be great for a summer wedding.

9. Henna on the Toes

Instead of the fingers, why not try henna on the toes? For this look, henna designs have been placed on each of the toes. As you can see, it is such a trendy idea! You can recreate this or you can use any mendhi design. You can have henna like this in any color too. If you want to make more of a statement, you can extend the henna onto the foot.

10. Stylish Wrist Design

Our next idea is another design that looks like a stunning piece of jewelry. The henna is on the wrist and goes onto the back of the hand. This is one of favorites because it has beautiful patterns and has a floral look too. Try a similar design to this or you could have just the wrist patterns. Either way, it will look amazing.

11. Leafy Henna Hand Design

Next, we have a simple and statement making idea. This henna design features a beautiful leafy pattern that starts at the wrist, goes across the back of the hand and onto the fingers. We love this henna because it is minimal but really makes an impact. You can make it even simpler by using less leaves if you wanted a subtler look.

12. Mandala Henna Design

Love the mandala ideas? Then you need to check out this mehndi design. A stunning mandala pattern has been placed on the back of the hand with a jewelry design added to one finger and the wrist. The henna looks like beads and it is a stunning piece of art. With henna like this, you get a temporary tattoo and a gorgeous accessory too. You can try any mandala pattern or recreate a similar one to this.

13. Henna Foot Design

If you have always wanted a foot tattoo but don’t want the pain or permanent design, then this idea is for you. Here we have floral henna that goes across the inside of the foot. From the back of the foot to the toe, there is a beautiful pattern that features flowers, leaves and more. Henna like this will suit everyone and it would be amazing for the summer or if you are going to the beach.

14. Geometric White Henna Idea

Looking for trendy henna? Then check out this next design! Here we have chic white mehndi with dots, diamonds and more. Geometric patterns like this are used in Arabic henna but usually the design covers the hand. It is a new and creative version of the traditional henna and it will look beautiful on anyone.

15. Beautiful Flower Henna

Our next idea is so stylish and cute. This design features teardrop shapes which is common in Indian henna, a pretty flower and dangling charms too. It is a beautifully patterned design and the colors are gorgeous too. You can recreate this or you can try similar henna in different colors. Red for the flower would be stunning.

16. Pretty Wrist and Hand Mehndi

Next, we have another leafy design. This one starts at the wrist, goes onto the back of the hand and then it travels down the middle finger. It is another simple and elegant design that really makes an impact. Try this henna or you can take inspiration and use the pattern in a different way, maybe have the leaves all the way around the wrist instead of on the finger. Whatever you choose it will look stunning.

17. Simple Leaf Henna Design

If you don’t want a large henna design and you want something subtler, then this is idea is for you. Here we have a small leaf pattern that is placed on the arm. This is perfect for anyone who wants to try henna for the first time and you can have a similar design placed anywhere. The foot or ankle will look cool.

18. Stylish Hand Henna Idea

Earlier in the post we featured henna that was just on the fingers. If you loved that idea then you may like this one too! This mehndi design is a little bolder than the one before. It has leaves, flowers, dots and more. We love the addition of the Unalome symbol which symbolizes the path to enlightenment. It is a stylish idea that will suit everyone.

19. Floral Arm Henna

Love the floral henna designs? Then you need to check out this beautiful mehndi idea. There is a flower with a mandala shape at the top, then a chevron pattern and finally a stunning half flower. This is the perfect henna design for someone who wants a bold piece of body art.

20. Stunning White Mehndi

Our next idea features another gorgeous white henna design. This one is placed on the back of the hand with three circular patterns and dots. It is a stylish and elegant mehndi look. This is another example of henna that would be amazing for a wedding, especially a summer or beach wedding.

21. Henna Finger Design

Next, we have another amazing henna design that is placed on the finger. This is a stunning idea and the patterns look similar to those used in Arabic henna. You can recreate the whole design or you can just try a similar finger pattern without the henna on the back of the hand.

22. Simple Mandala Foot Design

This henna idea would be perfect for the summer! Here we have a mandala mehndi design that is on the top of the foot. It has a beautiful floral pattern and it does make a statement too. This will look amazing when you are on the beach or when you are wearing your summery sandals. You can try this pattern or experiment to find your own stylish mandala design.

23. Bracelet Henna Design

The next idea we have to show you is this stylish bracelet henna. This design is all the way around the wrist, has multiple layers and there are henna charms and beads too. It is a cool idea and it is another design where you get two looks in one – a temporary tattoo and a trendy accessory. Recreate this simple look or you can add more intricate patterns.

24. Beautiful and Bold Henna

Next, we have bold and beautiful henna. So, the hand has been adorned with a stunning flower design in the center with patterns on the outside. This is an easy to wear idea and the flower looks so pretty. You can recreate this or you can put the pattern on other places on the body such as the foot.

25. Cute Foot Design

If you are looking for a cute henna tattoo on the foot, then this is for you. This design covers the top of the foot and it has beautiful and simple patterns. Henna like this is so easy to wear and it will look great in the summer. Recreate this or you could move it up so the design is more around the ankle.

26. Heart Shaped Henna

We love this next idea. Here we have henna that is shaped like a heart. As you can see, the henna is in a heart shape on the palm of the hand and it has beautiful patterns too. Henna like this is perfect for any event but especially weddings and even Valentine’s Day. Try a similar design or use different heart shaped patterns.

27. Floral Hand Tattoo

This next idea is another one of our favorites. This mehndi tattoo features a floral design on the back of the hand. There is also a small dotted section on either side which create a jewelry look. It is a stunning design and it is so pretty and elegant. This design would look amazing in a white henna color too.

28. Botanical Hand Henna

Love the botanical designs? If so, you need to check this out. Here we have a simple and stunning leafy pattern wrapping around the hand and fingers. This is a statement making henna tattoo and it will look amazing on the hands, feet, arms and legs. If you want unique and stylish henna, then this is for you.

29. Small and Cute Design

Maybe you prefer the smaller henna tattoos? If so, this is for you. The center of the tattoo has a floral design and there are leafy swirls on the outside. This is a simple and beautiful piece that will look amazing on anyone. Recreate this or you can try a smaller version or you can also make it bigger too.

30. Tropical Flowers

Next, we have a fun and pretty henna design. This tattoo is on the hand and it features three gorgeous flowers that have a tropical look. Henna like this is perfect for the summer, vacations and even events like festivals. This henna would look great in a different color as well. Try this design or you could even add more flowers.

31. Trendy Henna Hand Design

This next design is a a little bigger and it looks more intricate. For this, we have henna on the fingers, back of the hand and arm too. A lot of different patterns have been used. Now this may look complicated but if you break down the patterns into their shapes, then they are actually quite simple. This is a trendy and stunning piece of body art. Recreate the whole look or just the easier sections.

32. Matching Henna on the Hands

Henna can be used on one hand or other area of the body. But if you really want to make a statement, then why not use on it both sides. So for this one, both hands have a matching design. As you can see, it really makes the henna look a lot more striking. You can use this idea on the feet too. The actual design is amazing, we love it!

33. Simple Henna

Next, we have a very simple and cute idea. For this one, a leafy pattern has been placed on the hand in a circle shape. There is also a fully colored circle in the center. Henna like this is perfect for beginners and it will look stylish too. Henna like this would also look great on the shoulder.

34. Glitter Henna Design

This next idea is another one of our favorites! Here we have a floral design with hearts on one of the fingers. What we really love is the glittery henna. It is such a pretty idea and that color is just stunning. Recreate something similar or be creative and try your own sparkly design.

35. Botanical Mehndi Finger Design

If you love the floral art, then you need to see this. This tattoo is on the finger and features leaves wrapping around the finger with a flower in the center. It is a very stylish botanical piece and it will look amazing on everyone. Try this or you can use a different type of flower, so it is more unique to you.

36. Subtle Henna On the Finger

Maybe you would like a subtler piece of henna body art? If so, this is perfect for you. Here we have a symbol tattooed on the inside of the finger. This is such a trendy and unique idea. It is great for those who want to give this a try without going too over the top. You can show it off when you choose. Try and recreate this or you can use any small symbol, pattern or even words.

37. Floral Foot Design

We love this next design. Here we have floral henna that is tattooed on the inside of the foot. This is another one of our favorites because it also looks like a sun and the placement looks so stylish too. Recreate this or you can put any henna design on your foot, in this place circular shapes are best.

38. Stylish Henna

Next, we have another stylish henna design. This time two delicate flowers have been placed on the hand and it is such a stunning look. It is a gorgeous design and it will look amazing in other places such as the side of the foot. You could even add more flowers to a design like this.

39. Small Arm Tattoo

If you don’t want a patterned piece, then you could try something floral like this. Here we have an arm tattoo that features a delicate and beautiful illustration of a floral plant. Henna like this will suit everyone and it is such a subtle and stylish piece. Recreate this or you can choose different flowers.

40. Henna on the Palm

This next idea is another one of our favorites. For this look we have a henna tattoo on the palm of the hand. It features lots of small patterns which create an intricate look overall. This looks complicated but if you break down all the patterns as one design, it will be a lot simpler. Try something similar or you can use one or two of the patterns.

41. Beautiful Henna on the Hand

Maybe you like the more red henna? If so, you need to see this. Here we have beautiful henna on the wrist, hand and fingers. We love this and it is one of favorites. This is perfect for those who want a more traditional henna design. Again, you can recreate the whole thing or just one of the designs instead.

42. Lace Henna Pattern

Next, we have stunning henna that has a lace look. As you can see, both the hands are decorated and the back of the hand has an intricate pattern that almost looks like lace. The designs on the fingers look more complicated but you could just try that lace design on the back of the hands. Either way, it will look stunning.

43. Pretty Floral Henna

The next henna tattoo is stunning and floral. This design features two flowers with small patterns all around. It is such a pretty and feminine piece and it will look amazing on everyone. Recreate this or you could create a white version for a wedding or even for the summer.

We hope you have found a simple henna design to try!