Shardiya Navratri 2026 begins on Sunday, 11 October, and ends on Monday, 19 October, with Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on 20 October. Devotees honour the nine forms of Goddess Durga (Navadurga) over nine nights. A popular tradition is wearing a specific colour each day, linked to the weekday cycle and planetary energies. Since the festival starts on a Sunday, the sequence opens with orange.
Here is the complete day-wise colour list for 2026, with simple outfit examples:
Day 1 – 11 October (Sunday): Orange
Dedicated to Maa Shailputri. Orange symbolises energy and enthusiasm.
Wear: An orange cotton or silk saree with a contrasting blouse, or an orange kurta with leggings for casual puja.
Day 2 – 12 October (Monday): White
For Maa Brahmacharini. White stands for purity and peace.
Wear: A crisp white saree with silver borders, or a white chikankari kurta set.
Day 3 – 13 October (Tuesday): Red
Honouring Maa Chandraghanta. Red represents strength and passion.
Wear: A vibrant red Banarasi saree or a red lehenga-choli for garba nights.
Day 4 – 14 October (Wednesday): Royal Blue
Worship of Maa Kushmanda. Royal blue conveys depth and calm.
Wear: A royal-blue anarkali suit or a blue silk saree with gold jewellery.
Day 5 -15 October (Thursday): Yellow
For Maa Skandamata. Yellow brings joy and positivity.
Wear: A bright yellow chaniya choli or a yellow georgette saree.
Day 6 – 16 October (Friday): Green
Dedicated to Maa Katyayani. Green signifies growth and harmony.
Wear: An emerald-green kurti with mirror work, or a green chiffon saree.
Day 7 – 17 October (Saturday): Grey
Honouring Maa Kalaratri. Grey offers balance and grounding.
Wear: A soft grey saree with subtle embroidery, or a grey embroidered kurta.
Day 8 – 18 October (Sunday): Purple
For Maa Mahagauri. Purple evokes spirituality and richness.
Wear: A rich purple silk saree or a purple sharara set.
Day 9 – 19 October (Monday): Peacock Green
Worship of Maa Siddhidatri. Peacock green (teal) marks completion and freshness.
Wear: A peacock-green lehenga or a teal silk saree with traditional jewellery.
Wearing the day’s colour is a joyful custom rather than a strict rule. Even a scarf, dupatta, or accessories in the shade works if a full outfit isn’t possible. Celebrate with devotion, clean attire, and festive spirit this Navratri!
