Last updated: August 27, 2026
Navratri 2026 runs October 11-19, and Diwali falls on November 8. If you're figuring out what jewelry colors to wear each day of Navratri, or looking for a Diwali gift, here's a day-by-day breakdown and our picks — all under $55.
What color should I wear each day of Navratri 2026?
Navratri's nine colors follow the weekday the festival opens on — since 2026 starts on a Sunday, here's how it lines up:
- Day 1 — Oct 11 (Sun): Orange — Maa Shailaputri
- Day 2 — Oct 12 (Mon): White — Maa Brahmacharini
- Day 3 — Oct 13 (Tue): Red — Maa Chandraghanta
- Day 4 — Oct 14 (Wed): Royal Blue — Maa Kushmanda
- Day 5 — Oct 15 (Thu): Yellow — Maa Skandamata
- Day 6 — Oct 16 (Fri): Green — Maa Katyayani
- Day 7 — Oct 17 (Sat): Grey — Maa Kalaratri
- Day 8 — Oct 18 (Sun): Purple — Maa Mahagauri
- Day 9 — Oct 19 (Mon): Peacock Green — Maa Siddhidatri
Do I need matching jewelry for all nine days?
No. Gold-plated pieces are neutral enough to wear with any color outfit, so one or two versatile pieces cover most of Navratri — save color-matching for the bigger nights, like Ashtami (Day 8) or Navami (Day 9).
For everyday wear across most colors: Classic Gold CZ Bangles, Set of 6 ($28.99) — thin and minimal enough to layer under any outfit color.
For statement or festive-color days: Multicolor CZ Gold Bangles, Set of 6 ($34.99) — the ruby and emerald tones work well for the red (Day 3) and green (Day 6) days.
For Day 8 (Purple): the Layered Statement CZ Necklace Set comes in Royal Purple ($54.99) and is built for exactly this kind of stage-ready night.
For everyday studs: Antique Oval CZ Stud Earrings ($14.99) or Silver CZ Stud Earrings ($16.99) — simple enough to wear the whole nine days without switching.
What's a good jewelry gift for Diwali?
Our most Diwali-tagged pieces: the Classic Gold Jhumka Earrings ($22.99), a bestseller that works for Diwali night and everyday wear after; the Snowflake Drop Earrings ($19.99) for extra shine; and the Multicolor CZ Gold Bangles ($34.99) if you're gifting a set.
How much should I expect to spend on Indian festive jewelry?
Rosuka's gold- and silver-plated pieces with cubic zirconia range from $14.99 to $54.99, so you can put together a full festive look — earrings, necklace, and bangles — without fine-jewelry prices.
Frequently asked questions
When is Navratri 2026? Navratri 2026 runs October 11-19, with Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on October 20.
When is Diwali 2026? Diwali 2026 falls on November 8.
What color do you wear on the first day of Navratri 2026? Orange, for Maa Shailaputri — Navratri 2026 opens on a Sunday, which sets the color sequence for all nine days.
Can I wear the same jewelry for both Navratri and Diwali? Yes. Gold-plated pieces like our bangle sets and stud earrings are neutral enough to wear across both festivals — add color-specific pieces only if you want to match a particular Navratri day.
Does Rosuka ship in time for Navratri and Diwali? Orders ship within 5-7 business days and are hand-packed by our small team. Order by September 27 for Navratri and by October 25 for Diwali to be safe.