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The Navratri 2026 colours, in order, are yellow, green, grey, orange, white, red, royal blue, pink and purple, one shade for each of the nine days from October 11 to October 19, with peacock green marking Dussehra on October 20.
Getting your outfit right for each day is one of the most fun parts of the festival. It is also one of the easiest ways to feel like you are truly part of the celebration, whether you are heading to a pandal, a family puja, or a garba night with friends.
This guide breaks down the full Navratri colours calendar for 2026 and pairs each shade with an outfit idea you can actually shop today.
Here is the complete sequence, so you never have to guess the colour of the day again.
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Day |
Date |
Colour |
What to Wear |
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Day 1 |
October 11, 2026 |
Yellow |
Yellow chanderi shirt, yellow palazzo, yellow dupatta |
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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 |
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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 |
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Day 7 |
October 17, 2026 |
Royal Blue |
Deep blue or indigo handwork outfit |
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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 |
Keep this list handy. It is the fastest way to check today's colour in Navratri before you get dressed.
Orange kicks off the festival with energy and warmth. It is the colour of new beginnings, and it sets the tone for the nine days ahead. A warm, sunset-toned kurta set does the job beautifully, especially paired with gold jewellery. Our Peach Kurtis collection has soft, wearable shades in this family that photograph well under festival lights. Add a pair of jhumkas, and you are ready for the first night of celebrations.
White stands for peace and a fresh start, and it is a lovely contrast after the boldness of Day 1. It also happens to be one of the most forgiving colours to wear through a long day of puja and family visits. Keep it simple with a breathable cotton set from our White Kurti edit, and let the hand embroidery do the talking. A pop of colour through your dupatta or bangles keeps the look festive rather than plain. This is also the easiest day to re-wear an outfit you already own.
Red is bold, festive, and impossible to miss, which makes it a favourite for garba and dandiya nights. It carries a sense of power and passion that suits the mid-week energy of the festival. Browse Red Kurti styles for pieces that carry real Jaipuri craft, from Bandhani to hand block print. These techniques add depth to the colour instead of leaving it flat. Pair with statement earrings and you have a look that carries you from day to night.
This is the day to go rich and regal, since royal blue reads as both festive and sophisticated. It works particularly well for evening events, where the deeper tone photographs beautifully under warm lighting. Our Blue Kurti range has deep, saturated blues that feel elevated without trying too hard. Keep the accessories minimal and let the colour and craft speak for themselves. Silver jewellery is a natural pairing if you want a slightly cooler, more contemporary finish.
Yellow brings pure festive cheer right at the midpoint of Navratri, when everyone could use a little more energy. It is associated with positivity and good health, which makes it a genuinely fitting colour for this stretch of the festival. A bright Yellow Kurti or co-ord set is an easy, happy pick for daytime celebrations. It also photographs wonderfully in natural daylight, so it is a strong choice if you are stepping out for daytime events. Pair with wooden or gold jewellery for a warm, grounded finish.
Green signals growth and freshness, perfect for a mid-week garba night when you want something that feels alive and celebratory. It is also one of the most versatile shades on this list, working equally well for daytime and evening functions. Check out Green Kurti styles in cotton and chanderi, both of which move beautifully on the dance floor. Cotton keeps you cool through hours of dandiya, while chanderi adds a bit more shine for evening plans. Either way, green is a safe and stylish pick.
Grey is the one colour people underestimate, and it is stunning when done right. Far from being dull, grey brings a quiet, contemporary elegance that stands out precisely because it is unexpected. Our Grey Kurtis collection pairs beautifully with silver jewellery for a contemporary ethnic look. Add a touch of handwork or embroidery and the outfit instantly feels more festive. This is a great choice if you want to stand out without going bold.
Purple is dramatic and celebratory, ideal for Ashtami when the energy of the festival is building toward its peak. It carries a regal quality that feels appropriate for one of the more significant days of Navratri. Explore Purple Kurti sets for something that photographs as good as it feels. Whether you go for a deep aubergine or a brighter violet, the colour reads as festive in every shade. Finish the look with statement jewellery for a proper Ashtami moment.
The festival closes on this jewel-toned shade, which blends the richness of blue with the freshness of green. It is a fitting colour for Navami, marking both an ending and a sense of celebration. If you want something in that same rich, deep colour family, our Indigo Kurti edit is the closest match in our current collection and works just as well for Navami. The jewel tone pairs beautifully with gold accessories for a festive finish. It is a strong note to end nine days of colour on.
Looking to shop the whole line-up in one go? Head over to our Festive Collection and build your Navratri edit before the festival starts.
Stick to one accent colour if you are unsure. A dupatta or jhumkas in the day's shade works just as well as a full outfit.
Cotton and mul cotton breathe better for long garba nights.
Layer a plain kurta with a printed dupatta to match the colour without buying something new every day.
Following the Navratri colours calendar does not have to mean nine brand-new outfits. A few well-chosen pieces, mixed and matched, will carry you through the whole festival with ease.
The nine colours for 2026 are yellow, green, grey, orange, white, red, royal blue, pink and purple, worn in that order from October 11 to October 19.
Check the day-by-day calendar in this guide, or match today's date to the colour sequence starting from October 11.
Dussehra on October 20 is marked by peacock green, a rich blue-green shade that closes out the festival.
Yes. Focus on the shades you already own, and use accessories like dupattas or jewellery to touch on the colours you are missing.
Each day is dedicated to a different form of Goddess Durga, and the colour sequence has become a popular way to mark that shift and dress in sync with the celebration.
Nine days, nine colours, and countless ways to make each one your own. Navratri is less about following the calendar exactly and more about showing up each day feeling festive, comfortable, and like yourself. Whether you plan every outfit in advance or simply reach for the closest match in your wardrobe, what matters most is joining in the celebration.
Wherever you are in building out your festive edit, The Jaipur Studio has pieces in every shade you need for all nine nights, crafted with the same artisan techniques that have defined Jaipur's textile tradition for generations.
Shalini Bhatheja is an Indian fashion entrepreneur who turned her lifelong passion for design into a purpose by launching The Jaipur Studio in 2018. Rooted in her Rajasthani heritage, she started the company as a small trio selling ethnic wear at local residential stalls before scaling it into a thriving digital and physical retail brand. Her mission focuses on delivering affordable, handcrafted elegance to the modern Indian woman while providing sustainable livelihoods to traditional local artisans.
