India is a nation of customs and ancient traditions, and Navaratri, or the nine-night festival, is one of the most popular, celebrated with great dedication and merriment.

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NAVRATRI

2. India is a nation of customs and ancient traditions, and Navaratri, or the
nine-night festival, is one of the most popular, celebrated with great
dedication and merriment. Goddess Durga and the many manifestations
of the Hindu deity are notably revered during Navratri or nine nights.
During this time, the devotees dedicate their time to the nine avatars of
Goddess Durga by fasting and praying as it’s considered sacred and
brings good luck. The last four days of Navratri are celebrated as Durga
Puja in Bengal and a few states in the North East, and the Durga idols
are immersed in a nearby river on the fifth day.
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3. Indian Handloom Sarees are the quintessential attire for Navratri celebrations
from the morning puja to evening aarti until the visarjan processions. Women
during this time are found in inspiring breath-taking weaves which are nicely
textured, in fine thread counts, gorgeous patterns and motifs showcased in a
rainbow of colors seamlessly incorporated in the modern handloom textiles
including preferences in new color shades, saree embellishments, abstract and
fancy prints, all without having to sacrifice the spirit of the ethnic quality. The
most celebrated sarees around this season are the sheer purity of offerings
from Mysore, Kanchipuram, Dharmavaram, and Banaras, the glitz of Paithani,
Narayanpet, Uppada, Ikats, Chanderi, and Kota silks, Tants from Bengal, soft
diaphanous sarees from the North East, fine Lucknowi chikans, smooth
Madurai, Kanchi, and Andhra Handloom cotton – Indian handlooms are
diverse, and provide the Saree loving women innumerable options to style
accordingly.
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4. Considering how auspicious this festival is for
the Indians, they also have a particular color
according to the rituals and goddesses which
are worshipped on that particular day, and the
women tend to follow the tradition by
adorning themselves on the same tones. For
example, Colour yellow is worn on the first day
to celebrate the goddess of happiness, purity
and power. Paithani Saree with gold zari border
with some jewellery would make the right fit
for the onset of Navratri. Followed by Green,
which is a colour of spiritual knowledge and
wisdom dedicated to the Devi Brahmacharini
this year. Ikat of Orissa or Pochampalli Ikat in
bright green shades can do the work for
you.The Goddess Chandraghanta wears a half-
moon on her head which is grey in color,
which makes the grey colour auspicious for the
third day. Grey stands for strength and
wisdom.
Revival of Paithani

5. A grey contrasted with maroon Maheshwari would make the right choice for
your third day of Navratri. The color gold represents purity, serenity, and
prayer, and it is devoted to Goddess Skandmata, Skanda’s mother. The
Goddess’s worshippers are fond of the color gold. Handmade Barasi sari in
silk in the shades of gold with its beautiful jaal work would be a perfect fit for
this day just with some maroon lip shade and some gajra. For the sixth day red
is the choice of many women as the Goddess Katyayani who is believed to be
a creation of gods in anger, symbolizes colour red for the fierce in her. The
gorgeous Red Jamdani Saree would be the epitome of perfection. On the
seventh day, the color royal blue is devoted to Maa Kali, which symbolizes
peace after violence. Wear a bright Paithani in royal blue with its beautiful
weaves to tell a story of our own on the day. On this day, Devi Mahagauri is
revered as the granter of all desires. Pink is a color that represents optimism,
fresh beginnings, and prosperity, and you may wear it to show your devotion
to the goddess. A Bandhni Lehenga with a blouse would do the job for you
this day just with subtle makeup and beautiful earrings to go with it. On the
last day of Navaratri, Goddess Siddhidatri is honored as the goddess of
wisdom. Purple is the color of ambition and strength, and it is devoted to the
goddess Siddhidatri. Wear a purple Chanderi to complete your Navratri
season, looking stunning.

6. For all devotees, the puja is a celebration of
their own inner divine femininity and their
individualistic style. Handlooms from the
four corners of India, from the 21 states of
the nation, contribute to India’s cultural
legacy with a breath-taking diversity and
healthy mix of kinds and styles of weaving
that showcase the ethos and culture of a
land steeped in tradition. Navratri is a
magnificent exhibition of exquisite skills and
workmanship that has elevated the saree
from basic traditional cloth to a fashion
statement. No matter which saree you
choose from the plethora of Indian
Handloom Textiles, you would only look
gorgeous in each of these beautiful textiles.
Revival of Paithani
Source: Indian Textiles & Navratri