Navratri Colours 2026: Saree Guide for All 9 Days (Kanchipuram Silk Edit)
Navratri 2026 begins on Sunday, October 11 and runs through Monday, October 19, with Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on Tuesday, October 20. Each of the nine nights is linked to a colour — and dressing in that colour, especially in a handwoven Kanchipuram silk, is one of the most-loved Navratri traditions across South India. Here's your day-by-day colour guide, with a pure silk saree styled for each day straight from our Kanchipuram loom.
| Day | Date | Colour |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Sun, 11 Oct | Orange |
| Day 2 | Mon, 12 Oct | White |
| Day 3 | Tue, 13 Oct | Red |
| Day 4 | Wed, 14 Oct | Royal Blue |
| Day 5 | Thu, 15 Oct | Yellow |
| Day 6 | Fri, 16 Oct | Green |
| Day 7 | Sat, 17 Oct | Grey |
| Day 8 | Sun, 18 Oct | Purple |
| Day 9 | Mon, 19 Oct | Peacock Green |
| Dussehra | Tue, 20 Oct | Red & Gold (traditional) |
Day 1 — Sunday, 11 Oct: Orange
Orange opens Navratri with a burst of energy and optimism, invoking Goddess Shailaputri's strength. It's also the single most-searched saree colour on our site this week, so we've expanded our entire Rust & Orange edit for the festival.
Orange And Gold Kanchipuram Pure Silk Saree
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Day 2 — Monday, 12 Oct: White
White represents peace and purity, honouring Goddess Brahmacharini. A white-and-red Kanchipuram keeps the look serene without losing festive richness.
Red And White Kanchipuram Pure Silk Saree With Floral Border
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Day 3 — Tuesday, 13 Oct: Red
Red is the colour of passion and power, worn for Goddess Chandraghanta. It's the most traditional Navratri and bridal shade in Kanchipuram weaving.
Red And Gold Kanchipuram Pure Silk Saree With Zari Border
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Day 4 — Wednesday, 14 Oct: Royal Blue
Royal blue honours Goddess Kushmanda, symbolising calm confidence. A deep blue Kanchipuram with a contrast pallu photographs beautifully for pandal-hopping.
Royal Blue and Magenta Kanchipuram Pure Silk Saree with Gold Zari Floral Jaal
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Day 5 — Thursday, 15 Oct: Yellow
Yellow brings brightness and happiness, celebrating Goddess Skandamata. It's a flattering, photo-friendly shade for daytime pooja and family get-togethers.
Yellow And Green Kanchipuram Pure Silk Saree With Embroidered Paisley Motif
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Day 6 — Friday, 16 Oct: Green
Green stands for growth and new beginnings, worn for Goddess Katyayani. A green silk with a contrast border is a classic, versatile festive choice.
Pure Fancy Green and Dark Blue Silk Kanchipuram Saree
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Day 7 — Saturday, 17 Oct: Grey
Grey represents balance and transformation, honouring Goddess Kaalratri. An ash-grey Kanchipuram with a contrast border is understated yet rich — a favourite among our more minimal brides.
Ash Grey Kanchipuram Tissue Silk Saree with Medallion Check and Pink Border
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Day 8 — Sunday, 18 Oct: Purple
Purple symbolises ambition and royalty, worn for Goddess Mahagauri. It's a striking choice for the penultimate night and photographs richly under festival lighting.
Indian Silk Saree — Purple Border and Gold Pallu
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Day 9 — Monday, 19 Oct: Peacock Green
The final night is dedicated to Goddess Siddhidatri in peacock green — a colour of compassion and renewal, and a graceful close to the nine nights.
Teal And Green Kanchipuram Pure Silk Saree
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Vijayadashami — Tuesday, 20 Oct
Dussehra closes the festival in traditional red and gold, marking the victory of good over evil. A classic red Kanchipuram with a gold zari border (see Day 3 above) carries the look straight through to the final day.
All sarees above are handwoven pure and blended silk from our Kanchipuram looms, with free shipping and COD available across India. Browse the full festive edit, or message us on WhatsApp for a live video-call shopping session before the festival begins.