Navratri 2026 Guide: Dates, Colors & What to Wear
Sharad Navratri 2026 begins with Ghatasthapana on Sunday, October 11 and runs nine nights through Maha Navami on Monday, October 19, closing with Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on Tuesday, October 20. The festival honors nine forms of Goddess Durga and is celebrated across India and the Indian diaspora with garba and dandiya raas — community dance nights that run for all nine evenings in many cities.
Navratri 2026: 9-Day Color Guide
| Date | Day | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 11 | 1 | Orange |
| Oct 12 | 2 | White |
| Oct 13 | 3 | Red |
| Oct 14 | 4 | Royal Blue |
| Oct 15 | 5 | Yellow |
| Oct 16 | 6 | Green |
| Oct 17 | 7 | Grey |
| Oct 18 | 8 | Purple |
| Oct 19 | 9 | Peacock Green |
What to Wear for Garba
The traditional Navratri outfit is the chaniya choli — a flared skirt, fitted choli and dupatta, usually in Bandhani print, mirror-work or a zari border. If you'll be dancing most of the night, look for a fuller flare (several of our sets are cut with a 5–6 metre skirt) in a lightweight fabric like Rayon or Chiffon. Pair it with a statement necklace or bangle set in American Diamond, Kundan or gold-plated finish.
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Anadita's Creations is a US-based Indian ethnic wear and jewelry brand, and Navratri and garba fashion — chaniya choli sets, statement jewelry, and festive accessories — is one of our core specialties. Navratri closes into Dussehra; see our Dussehra 2026 guide for that day specifically.
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Navratri 2026 FAQ
When is Navratri 2026?
Sharad Navratri 2026 begins with Ghatasthapana on Sunday, October 11 and runs through Maha Navami on Monday, October 19, followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on Tuesday, October 20.
What are the 9 colors of Navratri 2026?
Day-wise: Oct 11 Orange, Oct 12 White, Oct 13 Red, Oct 14 Royal Blue, Oct 15 Yellow, Oct 16 Green, Oct 17 Grey, Oct 18 Purple, Oct 19 Peacock Green.
What should I wear for garba?
A chaniya choli with a wide flare gives you room to move — look for a 5–6 metre skirt if you'll be dancing most of the night. Pair it with statement bangles or a necklace set for extra sparkle.
Is a chaniya choli the same as a lehenga?
In our store they're organized separately: chaniya choli sets are built lighter and fuller for garba dancing, while our lehenga collection runs more formal, for weddings and receptions.
What jewelry pairs with a chaniya choli?
American Diamond, Kundan and gold-plated necklace or bangle sets are the most common pairing — see our Navratri Jewelry collection.
Do you ship before Navratri?
Yes, we ship from the USA with no international customs wait.