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Navratri 2026 Colours Day by Day — Which Colour to Wear on Each Night

August 12, 2026

Navratri 2026 Colours: All 9 Days with Dates (October 11-20)

Navratri 2026 runs from October 11 to October 19, with Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami) on October 20. Here is the complete day-by-day colour guide with exact dates, what each colour means, and what to wear for garba and puja.

Navratri 2026 Colour Chart — Day by Day

Day	Date	Colour	What to Wear
Day 1	October 11, 2026	Yellow	Yellow chanderi shirt, yellow palazzo, yellow dupatta
Day 2	October 12, 2026	Green	Green kurta or co-ord set, green accessories
Day 3	October 13, 2026	Grey	Grey handwork shirt with silver jewellery
Day 4	October 14, 2026	Orange	Orange or saffron ethnic wear, orange earrings
Day 5	October 15, 2026	White	White cotton or chanderi with coloured embroidery
Day 6	October 16, 2026	Red	Red occasion wear — shirt, kurta, or co-ord
Day 7	October 17, 2026	Royal Blue	Deep blue or indigo handwork outfit
Day 8	October 18, 2026	Pink	Pink ethnic wear — any shade from blush to hot pink
Day 9	October 19, 2026	Purple	Purple or violet occasion wear
Day 10	October 20, 2026 (Dussehra)	Peacock Green	Green or teal outfit for Dussehra celebration

What to Wear for Navratri 2026

Navratri outfits should be comfortable enough for garba and elegant enough for puja. The best fabrics for Navratri are chanderi, cotton voile, and georgette — lightweight, breathable, and they move well when you dance.

A handcrafted shirt or kurta in the day's colour, paired with a palazzo or lehenga skirt, is one of the most versatile Navratri outfits. You get the colour requirement, occasion-wear elegance, and comfort for a long evening of garba.

Navratri 2026 Outfit Ideas

Day 1 (Yellow — Oct 11): Yellow chanderi top with white palazzo. Add golden jhumkas.
Day 5 (White — Oct 15): White handwork shirt with coloured embroidery — the embroidery adds colour while keeping the base white as required.
Day 6 (Red — Oct 16): A deep red or brick-red handcrafted shirt with a matching palazzo is a classic Navratri look.
Day 7 (Royal Blue — Oct 17): Indigo or deep blue — one of the most striking Navratri colours. Pair with silver or oxidised jewellery.

Browse Haus of Handmade's handcrafted tops, co-ord sets, and festive wear for Navratri 2026. Our cape tops are particularly popular for Navratri evenings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Navratri 2026

What are the Navratri 2026 colours?

The Navratri 2026 colours are: Day 1 Yellow (Oct 11), Day 2 Green (Oct 12), Day 3 Grey (Oct 13), Day 4 Orange (Oct 14), Day 5 White (Oct 15), Day 6 Red (Oct 16), Day 7 Royal Blue (Oct 17), Day 8 Pink (Oct 18), Day 9 Purple (Oct 19), Day 10 Peacock Green / Dussehra (Oct 20).

When is Navratri 2026?

Navratri 2026 runs from October 11 to October 19. Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami) falls on October 20, 2026.

What to wear for Navratri garba?

For Navratri garba, choose lightweight breathable fabrics like chanderi, cotton voile, or georgette. These are breathable, move well when dancing, and comfortable for a long evening. Avoid synthetics as they trap heat.

HOH Picks for Navratri 2026

Handcrafted, made-to-order — ships in 7-10 days. Order by October 7 for Day 1 delivery:

Garden of Eden Embroidered Shirt — Rs 3,900. Botanical hand-embroidery on cotton — wear it for multiple Navratri days, change your colour accessories.
Allure Schiffly Co-ord Set — Rs 5,850. Textured schiffly co-ord — one outfit covers an entire garba evening beautifully.
Contrast Color Block Co-ord Set — Rs 5,625. Bold colour blocking — a modern garba look that photographs beautifully.