9 Outfits For 9 Days To Match The Nine Colours Of Navratri

Navratri is just a few days away, and you can already feel the festive spirit in the air! The excitement of dandiya nights and all the fun they bring is unmatched. This nine-day festival honouring the nine forms of Durga Maa starts on October 3 and goes until the 11th. Each day of Navratri features a special colour dedicated to the goddess, with its own meaning. These colours can be a great inspiration for your outfits, no matter how you are celebrating the festival. So get ready for a time filled with joy, delicious food, fun dances, and beautiful outfits inspired by the nine colours of Navratri!

Day 1: Thursday, October 3

Colour: Yellow  

Wear yellow to embrace optimism and joy. This cheerful colour can keep your spirits high throughout the day.

If traditional ethnic outfit is your pick, Bunaai’s Dhoop Jacquard Suit that’s crafted with charming jacquard over georgettes. The floor-length kurti comes with an organza dupatta with sequin handwork. For fusion fans, Geroo Jaipur’s Shantoon Handcrafted Gota Patti Dress is a fit. The palazzo pants, shrug, and peplum with an attached dupatta embellished with handcrafted gota work and designer border makes for an eye-catchy look. If a saree is calling your name but you want to keep it modern, grab the Sequin Organza Ruffled Saree by Lavanya The Label. The cascading ruffles give it a playful yet sophisticated vibe.

Day 2: Friday, October 4

Colour: Green  

Green symbolises nature and represents growth, peace, and new beginnings. Mythology claims that wearing green can invite tranquillity and positivity.

Nothing can beat the charm of a saree and Teejh’s Leya Green Cotton Zari Saree is just the pick for this day. The zari border glimmers and you can pair with an array of blouse options. How about going down the fusion route? Jisora has a Handcrafted Shibori Three Piece Set in light green that’s oh-so comfortable. Libas offers a Silk Blend Straight Suit with a woven design, a round neckline and three-quarter sleeves and sequin detailing.

Day 3: Saturday, October 5 

Colour: Grey  

Grey signifies balance and grounded emotions. This subtle shade can allow you to participate in celebrations with understated elegance.

Keep it relaxed with an Embellished Satin Silk Co-Ord Set from Pratap Sons with a sleek silhouette and intricate embroidery, featuring sequins, beads, and cut dana. For a traditional option, check out the handcrafted Flower Jaal Handblock Cotton Straight Set by A’srumo. Indya’s Banarasi Art Silk Saree has a woven design and looks regal.

Day 4: Sunday, October 6 

Colour: Orange  

Wearing orange today brings warmth and energy. Celebrate Goddess Navdurga with this vibrant colour that claims to uplift your mood.

Go for an Indo Fusion Jacket Set like the one from Kalki with sequin work, zari thread, pearls, mirror tassels and resham embroidery. Take a look at the Handloom Cotton Saree by Inde Loom made of mulmul with a yellow border. Label Shaurya Sanadhya’s Sequin Kurta Palazzo set in burnt orange with heavy thread work is elegant.

Day 5: Monday, October 7 

Colour: White  

White stands for purity and innocence. It is said that if you don this colour, you can attract the Goddess's blessings and experience inner peace. 

Stay light and breezy yet stylish with the delicately crafted Linen Silver Zari Border Saree from Indian Ethnic Co that can be paired with the blouse of your choice. If you are headed to work but still want to match the colour of the day, then go for True Browns’ Cotton Embroidered Co-ord Set with V-neckline, three-fourth sleeves and angular hemline. For a bit of flair, check out the three-piece Handpainted Gota Suit set by Aachho with pretty florals all over.

Day 6: Tuesday, October 8 

Colour: Red  

Choose red for its passion and vitality. This is the traditional colour for offerings to the Goddess, according to cultural norms, filling you with energy.

Retain traditions with a saree like Alisha, a deep red chequered Madurai silk cotton saree from Nerige Story. The Chanderi Embellished Kurta with palazzo pants by Janasya features a keyhole neck, and exquisite embroideries, including threadwork, zari, sequins, and lace. Go Indo-western with something like the red-on-red three-piece Ikat Print Cotton Pant Suit Set by True Browns.

Day 7: Wednesday, October 9 

Colour: Royal Blue  

Wear royal blue for a touch of elegance and richness. This vivid shade is said to add a sense of tranquillity to your celebrations.

Hold on to the culture with Roots Handloom’s Chanderi Silk Saree with zari buttis all over. We found a Royal Blue Co-ord Set from Gillori that has an embroidered yoke and is embellished with thread tassels and coins. How about a silk kurta set? Check out the Textured Kurta Pant Set by True Browns with puff sleeves.

Day 8: Thursday, October 10 

Colour: Pink  

Pink embodies love and harmony. Dressing in this charming colour is said to make you appear approachable and enhance your personality.

Make your OOTD peppy and trendy with the Sajda Fuchsia Pink Flared Sharara from AlayabyStage3. Looking for a mix of ethnic and western? Take a look at the Jacquard Banarasi Brocade Straight Jacket with pants in bright pink from Raisin. The Threadwork Chiffon Saree from Koskii has delicate embroidery all over, making it a comfy choice.

Day 9: Friday, October 11 

Colour: Purple  

Purple is associated with luxury and nobility. Wearing this colour as you worship Navdurga can invite blessings of richness and opulence.

Check out the Maheshwari Saree in cotton from Roots Handloom that has zari buttis all over. Go traditional with the Silk Blend Straight Kurta with trousers and dupatta from Libas or Indo-western with the Floral Printed Co-Ord Set from Varanga