A digital henna invitation is a lighter, more intimate message of joy than a wedding invitation. It usually comes from the bride's mother or from the bride herself, goes to female relatives and close friends, and gives the date, the place and any note about what to wear. Its charm lies in its warm tone, its cheerful colours and how easily guests can RSVP from a phone. This article has ideas, designs and 8 ready-made samples.
What is a henna night? #
The henna night is a family celebration held in many Arab countries shortly before the wedding, when the bride gathers with her female relatives and friends. Henna is drawn on the bride's hands, there is plenty of singing, zaghareet and hospitality, and the bride and her guests may wear traditional dress. The details differ from one country and one family to another, but the spirit is the same: intimate joy before the big night.
Who is invited to a henna night? #
The invitation list is usually narrower than the wedding's, and typically includes:
- The bride's mother, sisters and female relatives from both sides.
- The bride's close friends.
- The women of the groom's family, in many families.
- Close neighbours and acquaintances, depending on the family's custom.
Because the number is smaller, it is better to keep the henna list separate from the wedding list, so the henna link doesn't reach anyone you didn't intend.
What tone suits a henna invitation? #
A wedding invitation is mostly formal, while a henna invitation can carry a lighter, warmer and more joyful tone. It can be in the bride's own voice and include words like "celebrate", "rejoice" and "my joy is complete with you". What matters is that it stays appropriate for the family and clear to the older women as well as the younger ones.
Ideas for colours and design #
- The colours of henna itself: warm orange, brown and burgundy call the colour of henna to mind directly.
- Green and gold: colours associated with the henna night in many families, and they give the invitation a festive character.
- Soft pink and purple: for a bride who wants a delicate, modern invitation.
- Ornament and patterns: lines that echo henna designs, or Arabic ornament around the text.
- Flowers and floral arches: a joyful touch that suits the tone of the occasion.
Koroty's designs include minimal designs in several colours, and others with floral arches and envelopes that open. Above all, the text of a Koroty invitation is fully editable, so you can write "Henna night" in place of "Wedding" and word every line as you wish.
What do you write in a henna invitation? #
Before the wording, make sure the invitation has these details:
- The host's name: the bride's mother, the bride herself or both families.
- The bride's name, as the family would like it to appear.
- The day, date and time, and if the henna drawing has a set time, mention it.
- The place: the home or the hall, with its location on the map.
- Notes: what to wear, that the event is for women, or anything else.
- An RSVP request, in a kind line at the end of the text.
Ready-made henna invitation wording #
Adapt the names and dates to suit you.
1. From the bride's mother (warm and formal)
Umm Mohammed is honoured to invite you to share her joy at the henna night of her daughter Sarah, on Tuesday evening, 15 February 2027, at our home. Your presence will add joy to our joy.
2. From the bride's mother (shorter)
With all our love, we invite you to the henna night of our daughter Reem, on Wednesday evening ... at ... We look forward to celebrating together.
3. From the bride herself
My dears, my henna night wouldn't be complete without you. I would love you to join me on Thursday evening ... at ... to celebrate together before my big day.
4. From the bride, in a lighter tone
Get the zaghareet ready! My henna night is on Thursday evening ... at ... and having you there is the loveliest gift.
5. A short one for friends on WhatsApp
My dear, you are invited to my henna night! All the details and the location are in the invitation: (invitation link)
6. From both families together
The ... and ... families are pleased to invite you to the henna night of the bride Hind, on the evening of ... at ... Hall. May you always be part of our joy.
7. With a note about dress
Umm Fahad is honoured to invite you to the henna night of her daughter Lama on Friday evening ... We would love you to come in traditional dress if you wish.
8. With an RSVP request
We would be delighted to have you at the henna night of the bride Nour on the evening of ... at ... Kindly confirm your attendance through the invitation so we can prepare to welcome you.
For invitation wording in general and the etiquette of writing it, read elegant wedding invitation wording.
Practical tips for a henna invitation #
- Make it a separate invitation from the wedding: each occasion has its own date, place and list, and mixing them confuses guests.
- State the time and place clearly, especially if it is at home. A map that opens with a tap is a relief for anyone coming for the first time.
- Switch on RSVP so you know the number and prepare the hospitality to match. The guest taps "I'll attend" or "I can't make it" and chooses the number of people within a limit you set.
- Put notes in the notes section: traditional dress, that the event is for women only, or the time of the henna drawing. These details belong in the invitation's notes, not in the message.
- Send it in each guest's name: a personal link for each one shows her name on the envelope, a touch that suits an intimate occasion like a henna night.
- Send it early enough, especially if it is close to the wedding date, so it doesn't get lost among the messages about preparations. For invitation timing in general, read when to send wedding invitations.
Frequently asked questions #
Should I send the henna invitation with the wedding invitation? #
It is better to keep them separate, because the henna list is usually narrower and its date and place are different. That way each invitation reaches the people you intended.
Do Koroty invitations work for a henna night? #
Yes, Koroty works for a wedding, an engagement, a nikah, a henna night and more, because you write the text however you wish, from the title to the word of thanks.
How do I tell guests what to wear? #
Write a short note in the invitation's notes, or add it kindly at the end of the text, such as "We would love you to come in traditional dress".
How much does a digital henna invitation cost on Koroty? #
Designing and previewing are free, with a preview link that has every feature for 48 hours so you can try the invitation with your family. Then you activate its permanent link with one payment, with unlimited guests and replies and no banner, and every invitation after your first paid one is 50% off, so a henna invitation after the wedding one costs half. The price for your country is on the pricing page.
For guests new to a henna night #
If some guests have never been to one, what is a henna night? A guide for wedding guests explains what happens, what to wear and what to bring.
The bottom line #
A henna invitation is a chance for a warmer, lighter message than the wedding invitation: cheerful colours, a close tone, and clear details about the date, the place and what to wear. Choose a design that feels like the night, edit its text as you like, then send it to each guest by name. You can design a henna invitation for free and preview it before sending.
