Preparing the Bride
Just as with the wedding itself, the bride is pampered by loved ones and treated as a queen -- she's the center of attention. The bride can choose to wear her original "bridal set," or a collection of jewelry including a tiara, necklaces, bracelets, rings, anklets and other adornments, or she can select a new "bridal set" for a reaffirmation ceremony. The night before the renewal itself is known as the "henna night," where the mehndi, the Indian temporary tattoo made using henna -- a plant used to make a dye paste -- is applied to the bride and sometimes to women close to her. Bridal dress would include a specially chosen sari, an Indian ensemble of a top and a large scarf-like garment wrapped around the body to make a dress, traditionally in red and gold with elaborate embroidery and beading.
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