Delhiites get inked to ace the Navaratra look

Apart from decking up in their favourite attire and putting on their best jewellery, many in the city are getting inked to get into the festive mood. As celebrity

tattoo

artists Vikas and Mickey Malani say, “While women are getting tattoos that are inspired by

Goddess

Durga, men are depicting the story of the Ramayana through their tattoos. Also, many are opting to get the beautifully fierce eyes of Maa

Durga

inked on their arms. Some women also want to get ornamental tattoos done, like that of an anklet or bracelet, that complements their

Navaratra

outfit.” Harsh Sethi, another tattoo artist from Tilak Nagar, says, “It is during the festival season that many clients demand tattoos that show our

tradition

. The design of Maa Durga eyes is the most demanded tattoo this festive season. Many people also opt to get mantras inked on their hands.”

People are also opting for tattoos with the Goddess’ name written in Hindi

Manjeet Singh, a tattoo artist from West Delhi, says, “A lot of clients come to my studio all decked up, right before heading to the garba night. Apart from the usual dandiya tattoos, many are getting Bollywood-inspired tattoos that say ‘

patakha

’ and ‘

awara

’. Since these tattoos are colourful, they complement their bright outfits.”

Dandiya inspired tattoos to get into the festive mood

Maa Durga’s eyes are one of the popular tattoo designs