What Saree to Wear for Navratri? 9 Colours for 9 Days

Navratri is celebrated for nine days, and wearing a different colour on each day has become a popular tradition in many parts of India. Each day is associated with a particular colour, giving women a simple way to plan their outfits for the festival. Sarees are a popular choice for Navratri as they are suitable for pujas, family gatherings, festive events and celebrations.

Day 1 – Orange

Orange is the colour for the first day of Navratri in 2026. An orange saree can be a good choice for starting the festival with a bright festive look. You can choose from orange silk sarees, designer sarees, cotton sarees or sarees with zari borders depending on the occasion.

Day 2 – White

White is the colour for the second day. A white saree can be worn for puja, family gatherings or daytime celebrations. White sarees with zari borders, prints or coloured borders are easy to style with different blouse colours.

Day 3 – Red

Red is the colour for the third day of Navratri. Red sarees are a popular choice for festive occasions and can be found in many varieties. You can choose a red Mysore silk saree, Kanjivaram silk, designer saree or a saree with traditional zari work.

Day 4 – Royal Blue

Royal blue is the colour for the fourth day. A royal blue saree works well for both daytime and evening celebrations. Silk sarees, Banarasi sarees and designer sarees in this shade can be paired with matching or contrasting blouses.

Day 5 – Yellow

Yellow is the colour for the fifth day. It is a popular choice for daytime festive celebrations and pujas. Yellow cotton sarees are suitable for a simple look, while yellow silk or designer sarees can be chosen for family functions and special occasions.

Day 6 – Green

Green is the colour for the sixth day. Green sarees are available in many shades, from light green and pastel shades to darker tones. Mysore silk, Kanjivaram silk, designer and cotton sarees are some options to consider for this day.

Day 7 – Grey

Grey is the colour for the seventh day. A grey saree can be styled in different ways depending on the occasion. Sarees with zari borders, prints or contrasting blouses can add colour while keeping the main saree in the Navratri colour.

Day 8 – Purple

Purple is the colour for the eighth day. Purple sarees are available in different fabrics and designs, making them suitable for both simple and festive occasions. A purple silk or designer saree can be a good choice for Ashtami celebrations and family gatherings.

Day 9 – Peacock Green

Peacock green is the colour for the ninth day. This shade combines the look of green and blue and works well with traditional saree designs. You can choose a peacock green silk, designer or festive saree and pair it with a contrasting blouse.

Find Your Navratri Saree at Rangoli Silk

Celebrate all nine days of Navratri with a saree for every colour. At Rangoli Silk, we have a new collection of sarees for the festive season, including Mysore silk, Kanjivaram silk, designer sarees, Banarasi, cotton and more. Visit our showroom in Mysuru and explore the latest colours, designs and collections for your Navratri celebrations.