The much-awaited nine-day festival of Navratri is here and even though the celebrations will remain subdued this year, the Gujarati community will look to make the most of it. While the thrill of dressing up according to the colour of the day and fasting will be possible, the previously much-enjoyed local garba nights will be difficult as they are not allowed by the state government due to the Covid-19 pandemic. However, people can still revel in the festive spirit by wearing different attire in the designated colours, even if it is in a small way and take out their phones to click selfies.

As each day of Navratri marks the birth of one form of Goddess Durga, the colours associated with the nine days in a way define the festival and the characteristics of female strength and power.

Here are the nine colours you need to reserve for the coming nine days starting today: