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11 – 19 October 2026

Navratri 2026 Colours & What to Wear

The day-wise colour chart for Sharad Navratri, the meaning of each colour, and saree and lehenga ideas for every day of garba and puja.

Navratri 2026 colour chart

  1. Day 1OrangeSunday, 11 OctMaa Shailaputri
  2. Day 2WhiteMonday, 12 OctMaa Brahmacharini
  3. Day 3RedTuesday, 13 OctMaa Chandraghanta
  4. Day 4Royal BlueWednesday, 14 OctMaa Kushmanda
  5. Day 5YellowThursday, 15 OctMaa Skandamata
  6. Day 6GreenFriday, 16 OctMaa Katyayani
  7. Day 7GreySaturday, 17 OctMaa Kalaratri
  8. Day 8PurpleSunday, 18 OctMaa Mahagauri
  9. Day 9Peacock GreenMonday, 19 OctMaa Siddhidatri

Tap a day to see what to wear. Dussehra (Vijayadashami): Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

Day 1

Day 1: Orange · Sunday, 11 Oct · Maa Shailaputri

Meaning: Energy, warmth and enthusiasm to begin the festival.

What to wear: An orange bandhani saree or a mirror-work chaniya choli with gold jhumkas.

Day 2

Day 2: White · Monday, 12 Oct · Maa Brahmacharini

Meaning: Purity, peace and inner calm.

What to wear: An ivory or white saree with a gold or red border, or a white lehenga with oxidised jewellery.

Day 3

Day 3: Red · Tuesday, 13 Oct · Maa Chandraghanta

Meaning: Passion, strength and devotion.

What to wear: A red Banarasi or bandhani saree, or a red lehenga choli for the evening garba.

Day 4

Day 4: Royal Blue · Wednesday, 14 Oct · Maa Kushmanda

Meaning: Depth, stability and divine calm.

What to wear: A royal blue silk saree or a blue chaniya choli with silver-tone jewellery.

Day 5

Day 5: Yellow · Thursday, 15 Oct · Maa Skandamata

Meaning: Joy, optimism and brightness.

What to wear: A yellow saree or lehenga with contrast pink or green dupatta.

Day 6

Day 6: Green · Friday, 16 Oct · Maa Katyayani

Meaning: Growth, harmony and new beginnings.

What to wear: A green silk or georgette saree, or a parrot-green chaniya choli.

Day 7

Day 7: Grey · Saturday, 17 Oct · Maa Kalaratri

Meaning: Balance and grounded strength.

What to wear: A grey saree with silver zari, or a grey lehenga lifted with bright jewellery.

Day 8

Day 8: Purple · Sunday, 18 Oct · Maa Mahagauri

Meaning: Luxury, ambition and grace.

What to wear: A purple Kanjivaram or a purple lehenga choli with gold accessories.

Day 9

Day 9: Peacock Green · Monday, 19 Oct · Maa Siddhidatri

Meaning: Uniqueness, compassion and fulfilment.

What to wear: A peacock-green silk saree or a teal lehenga to close the festival in style.

Navratri 2026: FAQs

When is Sharad Navratri 2026?+

Sharad Navratri 2026 begins with Ghatasthapana on Sunday, 11 October and ends with Maha Navami on Monday, 19 October. Vijayadashami (Dussehra) falls on Tuesday, 20 October.

What are the 9 colours of Navratri 2026?+

Day 1 (11 Oct): Orange; Day 2 (12 Oct): White; Day 3 (13 Oct): Red; Day 4 (14 Oct): Royal Blue; Day 5 (15 Oct): Yellow; Day 6 (16 Oct): Green; Day 7 (17 Oct): Grey; Day 8 (18 Oct): Purple; Day 9 (19 Oct): Peacock Green.

Why do people wear a different colour each day of Navratri?+

Each day honours a different form of Goddess Durga, and wearing the day's colour is a joyful way to celebrate her and to coordinate with friends at pujas and garba nights. The colour sequence depends on the weekday Navratri starts on, so it changes every year.

What should I wear for garba and dandiya?+

Chaniya cholis and lehenga cholis with mirror work or bandhani prints are the classic choice, because the flared skirt moves beautifully while you dance. Pair them with oxidised jewellery and comfortable flat juttis or mojaris.

Can I wear a saree for Navratri garba?+

Yes. Choose a lightweight georgette, chiffon or soft silk saree in the day's colour, pin the pleats securely and pick a shorter pallu so you can dance freely.