Shardiya Navratri 2024 commenced from October 3 and it honours Goddess Durga’s nine manifestations. Celebrated with great religious fervor, this nine-day festival has colours for each day and a special significance. Wearing a specific colour also holds a spiritual meaning and is said to bring a good aura and luck.
Although there are four Navratris celebrated in a year, during Shardiya Navratri which always falls in September or October honours Maa Durga and her nine incarnations are Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kaalratri, Maa Mahagauri, and Maa Siddhidatri.
On day 3 of Navratri, people should wear a shade of grey with a side of bling which represents emotions and is used to celebrate the third form of Parvati, Devi Chandraghanta. To remove negativity from your life, this form of Parvati is associated with purity, serenity, and peace. The name is Devi Chandraghanta, which means ‘a half-moon shaped like a bell’ which is often depicted on her forehead. Devotees believe that Devi Chandraghanta can forgive their sins, dispel the negative energy, and calm their souls.
Let’s take a quick look at some ethnic styles in which you can wrap around the shade of grey and look gorgeous and spiritual at the same time.
Grey Saris
Festivals without saris have to be an incomplete affair. Dive into the timeless grace of Banarasi and Kanjivaram silk and Banarasi to lightweight options such as georgette and chiffon with stunning embellishments and mesh finish which would look stunning.
Grey half saris
Half saris give you the space to dance comfortably and usually have more loose and open drapes with a dupatta styled as your sari’s pallu. It accentuates your curves and with delicate beadwork and elaborate zari and sequin work, you will instantly become the moment.
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Grey straight-fit kurta sets
Straight-fit kurta sets with ankle-length pants and matching dupatta is the new rage in the market. From old to contemporary, kurtas are irreplaceable in the Indian traditional market and look subtle, comfortable, and stylish. Add a potli bag and some stylish accessories, and you’re all set to go.
Grey ghagra choli
Ghagra choli is a traditional Indian outfit and features intricate embroidery with dazzling embellishment. As grey is a dark colour, it can make you hide in the room and is not everyone’s first choice of colours. Therefore, you need to uplift your outfit with intricate sequins, and stoneworks, add extra layers of richness, mirror work, and accessories that would bring light and attention to you.
Grey churidar sets
Churidar sets stand as a classic and cherished traditional ensemble for women and look timeless and appealing. If you have beautiful side curves and a back frame then opt for a stunning churidar set in the shade of grey and opt for Banarasi or Paithani work to bring a royal glow to your outfit.
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Long Indian gowns
Floor-length Indian gowns with an Anarkali end look stunning with alluring craftsmanship. Opt for the shade of grey and look out for velvet, mesh, or georgette patterns with innovative necklines, sleeve designs, and alluring back patterns which would give a royal and stunning look.
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Bottom line
The hunt for traditional wear in the shade of grey does not end here as you can also opt for a stunning Anarkali set, co-ord sets, short kurta sets, and more expressing the cultural diversity blended with exquisite craftsmanship which would bring a timeless elegance to your closet and uplift the holy shade of grey on Navratri.
