Shardiya Navratri 2026 runs from October 11 to October 19, with Dussehra on October 20. Each of the nine nights carries its own colour, tied to a different form of Goddess Durga, and dressing in that shade is one of the most loved parts of the celebration. If you are planning your garba and dandiya looks or simply want the right jewellery for each day of puja, this guide covers every colour with matching pieces from our collections.
Navratri jewellery does not need to be heavy to make an impact. Most of the nine looks below work best with lightweight kundan or antique sets that carry you comfortably through hours of dancing, while a couple of the richer colours call for a slightly bolder piece for Ashtami and Navami.
Day 1, October 11 (Sunday) Orange, Maa Shailputri
The festival opens with orange, a shade tied to warmth and new beginnings. Pair it with an antique gold necklace set that has a warm, sun toned finish rather than a stark silver one, since orange outfits tend to clash with cooler metals. A close fit antique choker with jhumka earrings works well under a block print orange kurta set for the Ghatasthapana puja. Our Gold Tone Jewellery collection covers this warmth well.
Day 2, October 12 (Monday) White, Maa Brahmacharini
White calls for restraint. A single well made kundan set in a soft gold tone stands out far more than layered pieces against a plain white or ivory outfit. Keep earrings slightly longer than usual to add movement without adding bulk, since white fabric tends to make jewellery the focal point of the whole look. Our Ivory Jewellery collection pairs naturally with this day.
Day 3, October 13 (Tuesday) Red, Maa Chandraghanta
Red is the boldest colour in the Navratri sequence and pairs naturally with rajwadi jewellery, which was built for exactly this kind of festive contrast. A rajwadi necklace set with a deep red or maroon kurta brings out the gold work without competing with the fabric. This is a good night to bring out a slightly heavier set, since red outfits carry weight well. Our Ruby Red Jewellery collection is built for exactly this kind of statement.
Day 4, October 14 (Wednesday) Royal Blue, Maa Kushmanda
Royal blue is one of the harder shades to match, and this is where kundan jewellery earns its keep. A kundan set with a hint of blue or white stonework echoes the outfit instead of fighting it. Avoid antique gold here, since the warm tone tends to flatten against a cool blue base. Our Blue Jewellery collection, largely in American Diamond and Victorian craft, suits this day's cooler energy.
Day 5, October 15 (Thursday) Yellow, Maa Skandamata
Yellow is cheerful and forgiving, which makes it the easiest day to experiment. A daily wear kundan choker in gold or a light pastel stone works well for daytime puja, while a slightly larger antique set suits the evening garba crowd. Yellow shares the same warm register as orange, so our Gold Tone Jewellery collection bridges the gap well here too.
Day 6, October 16 (Friday) Green, Maa Katyayani
Green is tied to growth and renewal, and it is one of the strongest days for antique jewellery. An antique necklace set in classic gold polish sits beautifully against emerald or bottle green, and this pairing photographs particularly well for garba night. Our Emerald Green Jewellery collection spans Kundan, Rajwadi, and Antique craft, giving you real choice for this day specifically.
Day 7, October 17 (Saturday) Grey, Maa Kalaratri
Grey is the most understated colour of the nine and benefits from jewellery that adds a little shine without shouting. A silver tone american diamond set works better here than the warmer antique gold pieces, since it lifts a grey outfit rather than sitting flat against it. Keep the rest of the look minimal and let the necklace do the work. Our Silver Tone Jewellery collection suits this settled, grounded mood well.
Day 8, October 18 (Sunday) Purple, Maa Mahagauri
Purple is closely tied to Durga Ashtami and Kanya Puja, one of the most significant days of the festival. This calls for a set with real presence, a Victorian or heavier kundan necklace with detailed stonework suits both the occasion and the colour, which carries richness well. Pair with matching jhumkas rather than studs to complete the look for temple visits and evening celebrations. Our Purple Jewellery collection matches the shade directly.
Day 9, October 19 (Monday) Peacock Green, Maa Siddhidatri
Maha Navami closes the festival on peacock green, a deeper and more jewel toned shade than the green worn on Day 6. Antique jewellery with a slightly darker stone setting complements this shade well, and it is also a good day to bring out south indian temple jewellery if your outfit leans traditional, since the finish suits the closing rituals of the festival. Since we don't carry an exact peacock green shade, our Emerald Green or Blue collections both work as a close alternative.
How to Pick Navratri Jewellery Without Overthinking It
You do not need nine different sets to get through Navratri. Most people rotate two or three pieces, one kundan set for the lighter colours, one antique set for the richer colours, and one bolder piece kept aside for Ashtami and Navami. What matters more than owning a new set for every day is matching the metal tone to the outfit. Warm antique gold suits red, orange, yellow, and green. Cooler silver tone pieces work better against blue, grey, and white. Purple and peacock green sit comfortably with either, depending on how bold you want the evening look to be.
If you are shopping for the whole season at once, our Kundan Necklace Sets collection covers the lighter, everyday through festive end of the wardrobe, while the Antique Necklace Sets collection carries the richer festive pieces suited to Ashtami and Navami. Our Festive Jewellery collection brings together pieces across all nine colours in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
What jewellery should I wear for Navratri garba nights?
For garba and dandiya, choose jewellery that is secure and comfortable through hours of movement rather than the heaviest piece you own. A kundan or antique necklace set with a shorter chain length stays in place better than long, dangling pieces, and stud or small jhumka earrings are less likely to catch on dupattas during fast footwork. Match the metal tone to your outfit colour rather than defaulting to gold every night, since a set that suits blue or grey outfits often looks flat against red or orange. If you are attending multiple garba nights in the same week, it helps to rotate two sets rather than one, so you are not repeating the same look across photos. Keep a small pouch on hand for touch ups between rounds, since dance nights tend to loosen clasps more than a regular evening out.
Do the Navratri colours change every year?
Yes. The colour for Day 1 is tied to the weekday on which Navratri begins that year, and the remaining eight days follow in a fixed sequence from there. This is why the colour list looks different each year even though the order of the nine shades themselves does not change. In 2026, Shardiya Navratri begins on a Sunday, which sets Day 1 as orange, followed by white, red, royal blue, yellow, green, grey, purple, and peacock green through to Day 9. Because the sequence shifts with the calendar, it is worth checking the current year's dates before planning outfits and jewellery well in advance, rather than relying on last year's colour list from memory or social media posts.
Can I wear the same jewellery set for more than one Navratri colour?
Yes, and most people do. A well chosen kundan or antique set in a neutral gold tone works across several of the nine colours without looking out of place, since the jewellery is meant to complement the outfit rather than match it exactly. The pairings in this guide are suggestions for getting the best contrast on each day, not strict rules. If you are working with a smaller jewellery collection, prioritise one lighter kundan set for the softer colours like yellow, white, and green, and one slightly bolder antique or Victorian piece for the richer colours like red, purple, and peacock green. This two set approach covers all nine days comfortably without requiring a new purchase for every outfit.
What is the difference between antique and kundan jewellery for Navratri?
Antique jewellery has a deeper, oxidised gold finish that sits closer to traditional temple and heirloom pieces, which makes it suit the richer, more festive colours worn later in Navratri, such as red, green, purple, and peacock green. Kundan jewellery has a brighter, more polished setting with visible stonework, and it tends to suit the lighter colours worn earlier in the festival, such as yellow, white, and royal blue. Neither is more correct for Navratri, and the choice usually comes down to the outfit and the occasion. Antique pieces generally read as slightly more formal and suit Ashtami and Navami puja, while kundan sets are easier to wear through long garba nights because they tend to be lighter. Many people keep one of each to cover the full nine days without repeating a look.