Navratri 2026: Yellow is the colour of Day 5 – Panchami (Thursday, October 15, 2026), the day of Maa Skandamata. Navratri colours change every year with the weekday the festival begins on. See all 9 Navratri colours for 2026 →
Yellow is the brightest colour of the festive season. It is cheerful and sunny, and it photographs beautifully. Here are our favourite yellow Anarkalis, suits and sarees for Navratri.
What does yellow mean in Navratri?
In 2026, yellow is the colour of the fifth day of Navratri, dedicated to Maa Skandamata, the mother of Lord Kartikeya (Skanda). She stands for a mother’s love and protection. Yellow represents joy, warmth and optimism, a happy colour for the middle of the festival.
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Yellow has a long and colourful history in fashion. It has been loved, avoided and loved again, but because of its brightness, it is always noticed.
[Also Read: Royal blue outfit ideas for Navratri]
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Even if yellow isn’t usually your colour, designers have a way of making it work.
Whether yellow is your favorite color or not, we offer you some of our mind-boggling items in yellow, which will surely turn you head over heels. Yellow is going to find a place in your favorites soon. Keep scrolling!
Yellow Anarkali and Salwar Suits for Navratri
This yellow party wear anarkali is one of our best picks. The combination of green-yellow along with a velvet border, rich zari, stone and thread embroidery will make you quickly stand out in the crowd. This anarkali is decorated with golden lace borders on the chest and embroidery patchwork on the border area.
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This is another beautiful yellow floor-length anarkali for you. This yellow suit is accentuated with a sheer layering flanked by a designer neck embroidery and broad borders towards the bottom of the dress. The neck design is the major highlight of this dress. The pink patch on the V-neck steals the show which is adorned with embroidery on either side. A touch of simplicity with a dash of regal is what this is about.
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A straight cut suit in pretty yellow with aari work runs all over the dress, and paired with pants with pitta work. The top also have some zardozi work which makes it suitable to wear during the festive period of Diwali too.
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A pure georgette salwar suit like this one cannot be missed by any eye. This fabulous dress will have your eyes glued to it, and everyone else craving to get one for themselves too.
This beautiful dress has the latest zari border designs with other work such as floral embroidery on the bottom panel of the dress. The top part of the dress gives a structure to the chest area thereby giving you a perfect fit and accentuating all your curves. Wear it for Dussehra to look outstanding at the celebrations.
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Yellow Sarees for Navratri
This easy to drape saree will make you look tall and sleek. Wear this embroidered saree with elan to a day or night party. Wear Kundan jewellery to team with the outfit.
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This pretty net saree has an embroidered lace border in pink with gold zari work running all over the edge of the saree. The contrasting blouse is the highlight of the saree. Wear heavy festival jewellery with this saree to make the overall ensemble look grand and stunning.
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We offer you a gorgeous lehenga saree in yellow, blue and a small tinge of red. The net lehenga has a brocade lining under it which has tiny pink floral butti’s scattered all over it. It’s a great choice for Dussehra too.
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Here are some more Bollywood inspirations for your Durga Puja fashion.
I just instantly fell in love with this fabulous Anarkali the moment I saw it and have already placed my order. Unlike regular salwar kameez, anarkalis are the most figure-flattering ethnic apparels. Now be under the spotlight with this designer wear modeled by Sushmita Sen.
This yellow floor-length Anarkali comes with a jacket design and heavily embroidered sleeves. The back of the jacket is adorned with beads and stonework along with a huge motif at the centre. The sleeves and the yoke are adorned with colourful gota work encrusted with crystals that give an edge to the dress. I especially loved the neck design that shows a decent amount of skin.
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Here is another winning number to grace the auspicious Navratri Sashti. This yellow and pink Anarkali comes with a full flare in floor-length, thereby giving it an impression of a ghagra choli instead. The embellished yoke and sleeve design are further enhanced with a heavy embroidered border in pink. The pink dupatta makes a great pair to this yellow ethnic apparel.
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Outfit ideas for the other Navratri colours
- Orange outfit ideas for Navratri
- White outfit ideas for Navratri
- Red outfit ideas for Navratri
- Royal blue outfit ideas for Navratri
- Green outfit ideas for Navratri
- Grey outfit ideas for Navratri
- Purple outfit ideas for Navratri
- Peacock green outfit ideas for Navratri
FAQ
Which day of Navratri is yellow in 2026?
Yellow is the colour of Day 5 (Panchami), Thursday, October 15, 2026, dedicated to Maa Skandamata.
What colours go well with yellow for Navratri?
Pink, green, royal blue, red and gold all pair well with yellow.
Wishing you a joyful Navratri. Jai Mata Di!
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