Navratri Day 5: Colour white channels purity and divine energy

It’s Day 5 of Navratri, and today we honour Goddess Skandamata with the colour white! White symbolises purity, peace, and divine clarity, making it the perfect hue to channel her blessings. Whether it’s in your home décor, bhog offerings, or your OOTD, incorporating this serene colour into your Navratri celebrations will create a vibe of calm and inner peace.

Why white for day 5?

White represents everything Skandamata embodies—purity and peace. Surrounding yourself with this colour is believed to cleanse your mind and soul, helping you feel more connected to divine energy. Ready to let white take over your Navratri celebrations? Here are some fun and modern ways to do just that.

White decor

White might be minimal, but it can totally transform your space with a calm, chic vibe. Use white blooms like jasmine or mogra to add elegance and a divine fragrance. One can also create a white toran with lace or silk ribbons for a modern, festive touch. Go with a?white rangoli with rice flour, and glam it up with silver glitter or metallic accents, or even some colourful flowers for that extra pop.

Light white-scented candles in vanilla or sandalwood for a calming vibe around your puja space. Eco-friendly soy candles? Bonus points!

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Add some white fairy lights or soft LED candles for an Insta-worthy vibe. Who said white couldn’t be extra?

Pure Bhog Offerings

White-themed bhog offerings add purity to your prasad plate while keeping it festive and simple. Make sabudana kheer, makhana pudding, or coconut barfi—all light, delicious, and perfectly white sweet dishes.?Add white fruits like bananas, pears, and tender coconut for a fresh touch.

Also, add some rasgullas, rice kheer, or steamed modaks for extra sweetness.?For something savoury, go with idli, samak rice, or a white gravy paneer dish to balance your offerings, you can also garnish with edible silver for that ultimate festive look.

White OOTDs for day 5

Looking to slay your Day 5 OOTD? White is your canvas for a chic and stylish look.?A classic white saree with silver or mirror-work detailing is a timeless choice. Otherwise, go for a trendy white lehenga with a crop top or a white sharara set paired with oxidised silver jewellery.

Or a?white kurta with wide-legged pants or a flowy skirt is perfect for a laid-back, yet polished look.?Want a Gen Z twist? Pair your outfit with floral accessories or even quirky white sunglasses for a fun spin. And if you’re all about comfort, rock some white sneakers for a fashion-forward yet practical look.

White-themed gifts

Looking for thoughtful gifts that align with today’s colour theme? Go?for white silk chunaris or glass bangles as offerings to the goddess.?Gift eco-friendly white tote bags or white-scented candles to your loved ones.?Homemade white treats like coconut laddoos or milk cake make for sweet, thoughtful gifts.?For a sustainable touch, go for small white potted plants—symbolising growth and harmony—that can bring peace into any home.

So, on Day 5, embrace the purity of white and let Skandamata's blessings bring you clarity, and peace.