"""When Sumita hennas my hands and feet, I am transported to another time and
place--a world of magic, passion, and romance." --Madonna" "No longer the
preserve of Asian and Middle Eastern brides, mehndi has been embraced by women
of all backgrounds. Sumita Batra's stunning henna designs have graced some of
the most renowned celebrities of our time, including Madonna and Gwen Stefani.
Now she has created the definitive guide to this ancient art form of body
decoration, featuring everything from the historical, symbolic, and spiritual
aspects of mehndi to 40 original and easily reproduced patterns--including
glitter techniques.
Madonna made it famous in her "Ray of Light" videos; Liv