People especially women who celebrate nine nights festivals of Nav Durga follow the particular color of the day. This tradition is very popular in the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat. Keeping fast and wearing clothes according to the Navratri color of the day is considered very sacred in the Hindu religion. Women follow this tradition widely and adorn themselves with similar color clothes and accessories during Navratri. Here, we have listed below the list of Navratri colors to be followed this year. Leading Newspaper in Maharashtra and Gujarat publishes articles highlighting what colors to wear during the upcoming Navratri festival and their significance in Navratri. This trend is very popular among devotees observing the fast during the nine days of Navratri. Explore colors to be followed during Shardiya Navratri with dates and significance.
Ghatasthapana/Pratipada, Day 1
Navratri color of the day – White
As this day of Pratipada falls on Thursday, wear the mellowed shade of Yellow color to celebrate the joy and enthusiasm of Sharad Navaratri. Get infused with a sense of mirth and enlightenment. Be creative bathing in the color of the bright sunshine. Celebrate the first Navratri day with a sense of unparalleled optimism and joy. Be happy and cheerful throughout the day.
Dwitiya, Day 2
Navratri color of the day – Red
The second day of Navratri is Dwitiya in which devotees pay homage to Brahmachari. This day is celebrated by wearing Green color which is also the color of nature and prosperity. Evoke the blessings of spiritual knowledge, growth, fertility, peace, and serenity. It falls on a Friday and symbolizes the divine blessing of tranquillity from the Goddess. It also marks the holy beginning of life.
Tritiya, Day 3
Navratri color of the day – Royal Blue
The auspicious Grey color is to be worn on the third day of Navratri, that is, Tritiya. This special day is dedicated to Devi Chandraghanta, who is seen carrying a half-moon on her forehead which represents emotional balance and keeps the mortals rooted to the basics. Grey is also a unique color in terms of creating a subtle-toned fashion statement.
Chaturthi, Day 4
Navratri color of the day – Yellow
As this day of Chaturthi falls on Thursday, wear the mellowed shade of Yellow color to celebrate the joy and enthusiasm of Sharad Navaratri. Additionally, get infused with a sense of mirth and enlightenment. Be creative bathing in the color of the bright sunshine. Celebrate the first Navratri day with a sense of unparalleled optimism and joy. Be happy and cheerful throughout the day.
Panchami, Day 5
Navratri color of the day – Green
White color is forever the serene symbol of eternal peace. It represents the beauty of purity and innocence. On the day of Panchami, which is a Monday, adorn yourself in pristine White to receive the blessings of the all-powerful Goddess. White will enable you to feel the sense of brilliance, and illumination along with softness and perfection. Likewise, it shall lend you inner peace and security.
Saptami, Day 6
Navratri color of the day – Grey
On the day of Shashthi, which is on a Tuesday, wear the vibrant Red color for your Navratri celebrations. Red symbolizes health, life, infinite courage, and intense passion. Most significantly it is the color of love. The ‘chunri’ that is offered to the Goddess is also mostly red. Thus, Red is a special color to wear on the sixth day of Navratri.
Ashtami, Day 7
Navratri color of the day – Orange
Wear Royal Blue color, on the day of Saptami of Navratri, which is on Wednesday, and participate in the fervors of Navratri celebrations. The Royal Blue color goes hand in hand with the sense of royalty, elegance, and unmatched elegance. Additionally, the richness of the colors spreads the warmth of trustworthiness and reliability.
Navami, Day 8
Navratri color of the day – Peacock Green
Wear the sublime Pink color on the eighth day of Navratri celebrations. Pink symbolizes universal love, affection, and feminine charm. It is the color of harmony and kindness. Moreover, it is a subtle shade of tenderness that promises unconditional love and nurturing.
Dashami, Day 9
Navratri color of the day – Pink
Purple color is the chosen color for the ninth and final day of Navratri. It combines the energy and vibrancy of red color and royalty and stability of blue color. Purple makes you feel one with infinite luxury, grandeur, and nobility. On this day, we worship Navdurga where the goddess is seen decked in Purple and blesses the devotees with the supreme sense of opulence and richness. Likewise, wear the exotic purple shade to receive the blessings of the Goddess.
