Emerald Green Mehndi Lehenga: How to Style Shahrbanu for Your Mehndi & Mayoun

Emerald green is the jewel tone of the mehndi. It is rich, regal and looks stunning against marigolds, fairy lights and gold. Shahrbanu, our emerald green mehndi lehenga choli from the Madhubala collection, was designed for exactly that moment: a bride's mehndi, mayoun, dholki or sangeet, and the sisters, cousins and friends celebrating beside her. This guide covers what Shahrbanu is made of, who it suits, and how to style an emerald green mehndi lehenga from jewellery to dupatta draping.

Meet Shahrbanu

• What it is: a three-piece emerald green Pakistani mehndi lehenga choli with dupatta.
• Collection: Madhubala by Waqas Shah.
• Fabric: pure raw silk choli and lehenga, pure organza dupatta.
• Work: golden tilla, thread and sequin embroidery with mirror work; zardozi, crystals and mirror work on the neckline.
• Best for: mehndi, mayoun, dholki and sangeet, for brides, sisters, bridesmaids and guests.
• Price: Rs.110,000.00 for all three pieces.
• Sizes: XXS to XL, or made to measure.
• Making time: about 4 weeks, then free shipping worldwide.

Why emerald works for mehndi, mayoun and sangeet

Green has long been part of Pakistani pre-wedding celebrations, from the mehndi leaves themselves to the fresh garlands and festive decor. Emerald is the most luxurious shade of that tradition. It is deep enough to look rich in photographs, it sets off gold embroidery beautifully, and it flatters a wide range of South Asian skin tones. It also stands apart from the yellows that fill most mehndi nights.

• Brides choose it for a regal mehndi or sangeet look, keeping red and pink for the baraat.
• Bride's sisters and bridesmaids wear it to stand out together, or pair it with yellow and mustard for a classic mehndi palette.
• Wedding guests choose it for dholki and mehndi nights because it feels festive and elegant without competing with bridal red.

Fabric, neckline and embroidery

Shahrbanu is a three-piece Pakistani lehenga choli, made to order at our studio on MM Alam Road, Lahore.

• Choli: emerald green pure raw silk with a wide square neckline, hand-embellished with zardozi, crystals and mirror work.
• Lehenga: pure raw silk worked in a flowing floral pattern of thread, golden tilla and sequin embroidery, with mirror work throughout.
• Dupatta: pure organza finished with a four-sided embroidered border.

Raw silk holds its shape, so the lehenga keeps a full, graceful flare through hours of dancing. The golden tilla glows against the emerald base, and the mirror work catches the light from every angle.

The emerald styling edit

Statement gold for a square neckline

Gold is the natural partner for emerald green. It echoes the tilla embroidery and makes the colour look even richer. For a bride, a kundan or polki choker with jhumkas and a matha patti is ideal; the wide square neckline leaves the perfect space for a statement necklace. For sisters and guests, statement jhumkas with a few bangles are enough. Pearls also look beautiful with emerald, and ruby or pink stones add a festive contrast.

White motia against deep green

Fresh gajray and floral jewellery in white motia, marigold or pink roses complete the mehndi mood. White motia in particular looks fresh and bright against deep green.

Framing the four-sided border

• Over one shoulder shows off the square neckline and keeps you free to dance.
• On the head is the traditional mayoun and mehndi look, and lets the four-sided embroidered border frame the face.
• Trailing behind lets the organza flow for an entrance and in photographs.

Gold-lined eyes

Warm gold, bronze and soft brown eye tones complement emerald, and a touch of gold liner picks up the tilla work. A berry, rose or brick-red lip adds contrast for the evening, while a soft nude keeps a daytime mayoun look fresh.

Juttis and clutch

Embroidered juttis in antique gold, or in a soft green that matches the lehenga, keep the look traditional and easy to dance in. Choose a small embroidered or mirror-work clutch in gold so it complements the tilla without pulling attention away from the square neckline.

Made to order in Lahore

Shahrbanu is available in sizes XXS to XL, and made-to-measure is available through the "Customize" size option. Each product page has a full size chart with measurements in inches and international size conversions for the USA, UK and Europe. Every outfit is made to order. Shahrbanu takes about four weeks to make, and shipping is free worldwide with DHL or SkyNet: 2 to 5 days within Pakistan and 7 to 14 days internationally, after your outfit is ready. Order early if your mehndi date is close. Full details are in our Shipping Policy.

Shahrbanu FAQs

Is Shahrbanu a bridal outfit or a formal one?

Both. It is designed for brides at their mehndi, mayoun, dholki or sangeet, and equally for the bride's sisters, bridesmaids and wedding guests.

How much is Shahrbanu?

Shahrbanu is priced at Rs.110,000.00 for the complete three-piece outfit: lehenga, choli and dupatta. The current price, in your local currency, is always shown on the Shahrbanu product page, along with client reviews.

Which other pieces sit alongside Shahrbanu?

Shahrbanu belongs to Madhubala, our bridal and formal couture line, alongside pieces such as the mustard Zari and the red Mastani. Explore the full Madhubala collection.

Can the emerald be swapped for another colour?

Please speak to our consultant on WhatsApp about colour requests. You can also browse our green mehndi dresses and our full range of Pakistani mehndi dresses.

Do you ship to my country?

Yes. Shipping is free worldwide, and the size chart includes US, UK and European size conversions to help you choose.

Can I cancel or return my order?

Because Shahrbanu is made to order for you, we do not offer returns or exchanges for change of mind. Orders can be cancelled within 24 hours of purchase, subject to approval and a 6% cancellation fee. If an item arrives defective or different from your confirmed order, we will put it right. See our Refund Policy for details.

Is there a studio where I can try it on?

Yes. Our studio is at 39-A MM Alam Road, Block B1, Gulberg III, Lahore, where you can see the fabrics and handwork before ordering. For bridal orders, booking an appointment ahead is recommended, especially in wedding season. WhatsApp or call us on +92 310 0001250.

Discover more colours

If you want a mehndi outfit that feels regal, traditional and couture at the same time, explore Shahrbanu or discover the full Madhubala collection. Prefer a darker green with a soft peach contrast? See our dark green mirror work lehenga guide featuring Shah Bano. Prefer a warmer shade? Read our mustard yellow mehndi lehenga guide featuring Zari, or our olive green mehndi lehenga guide featuring Mahira. Drawn to cooler jewel tones? Our purple mehndi lehenga guide features Mahrang. Planning a look for the barat too? Read our red mehndi and barat lehenga guide featuring Mastani, and for a soft nikkah look, see our white mirror work nikkah lehenga guide featuring Shahtaaj. For more ideas, read our Pakistani Mehndi Dress Guide 2026 and our Pakistani Bridal Lehenga Guide.