On Day 8 of Navratri 2025 (Ashtami), the prescribed hue is peacock green. Thus colour is rich, jewel-toned, and evokes the feathers of a peacock—blending blue and green. Therefore it symbolizes harmony, compassion, freshness, and regal elegance.
Day 8 is dedicated to Maa Mahagauri, who embodies purity and serenity. Wearing peacock green signifies devotion, while also letting you experiment with a shade that is bold yet graceful.
Why Peacock Green Works
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It’s distinctive—not overused in festive wardrobes.
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Meanwhile it pairsbeautifully with metallics (gold, brass), ivory, mustard, magenta, or maroon for contrast.
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Under lights, it can accentuate richness and depth, making it ideal for night celebrations.
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Hence balances cool and warm tones—green for earth, blue for depth—making it versatile.
Outfit Ideas for Women
Here’s how to style peacock green in different silhouettes.
1. Silk Saree with Brocade or Zari Work
Choose a peacock green silk saree (Banarasi, Kanjeevaram, or brocade) with gold zari motifs. Then select a contrast blouse—magenta velvet, bronze, or ivory. Add temple jewellery or jhumkas and a potli bag.
2. Mirror-Work Lehenga
However for lively garba nights, go for a mirror-work lehenga in peacock green. Therefore, pairing with a cropped choli and break up the green with a dupatta in mustard, blush, or peach. Use gota patti bangles, a kamarbandh, and embroidered juttis.
3. Anarkali Gown
A floor-length Anarkali in peacock green with stone or zari work along the yoke and sleeves is elegant and comfortable. Finally you can keep jewellery minimal and rely on the outfit’s grandeur.
4. Sharara / Palazzo Set
A sharara set or flared palazzo with a short kurti in peacock green gives movement and comfort. Overall a contrast dupatta (ivory, pink, gold) and heavier earrings to balance.
5. Fusion / Indo-Western
Go for a peacock green draped skirt with crop top, or dhoti pants with a short embroidered jacket. Meanwhile mix and match traditional and modern elements to stand out.
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