Have trouble deciding what to wear? Even if your closets are bursting at the seams, deciding what to wear each morning or day can be challenging. Amid a wardrobe crisis, Jyotish or Astrology provides a daily color theory that acts as a beneficial tool for pleasing the astrological planets. What’s not to love about looking good while cultivating good fortune?
Let’s start with a brief overview of Jyotish.
Jyotish, which translates as “science of light,” is one of six auxiliary disciplines to supplement traditional Vedic rituals. Jyotish, which has its origins in ancient India, explains planetary patterns that occurred at the precise time and location of your birth to give individuals more insight into how their lives will unfold.
The birth chart or horoscope predicts our strengths and weaknesses to assist us in reaching our full potential. And nothing is set in stone; no matter what your horoscope says, you can use a variety of rituals and traditions to appease debilitated planets.
So, let’s get back to using colors based on the planets.
In Vedic Astrology, each day of the week corresponds to a different planet. There are nine planets in Jyotish called “Navagrahas”. While some “day and planet” pairings are self-evident, for example, the Sun rules Sunday, others necessitate deciphering ancient texts.
To make it easy for you, the planets, colors, and gems associated with each day of the week are listed below. Choosing what to wear is about to become both auspicious and efficient!
- SUNDAY
Ruling planet – Sun
Favorable Color – Red
Gems & Stones – Ruby, Red Spinel, Bloodstone
Sun Qualities – The Sun is considered to be a reflection of the soul in Jyotish. Sundays are the best days to devote to spiritual pursuits because of this soul connection. Surya Namaskar, or Sun Salutations, is a lovely way to begin the day and honor the Sun on a Sunday morning. Vedic culture considers paying homage to the Sun as a blessing for health and a source of positive energy.
What to Wear – Wear red on Sundays to absorb more of the Sun’s energy. Whether you want to dress up like a firecracker, simply wear red socks, or put on your ruby slippers, anything goes.
- MONDAY
Ruling planet – Moon
Favorable Color – White
Gems & Stones – Pearl, Moonstone, Conch
Moon Qualities – The moon nurtures our emotional body through her maternal pull. Mondays are the best days to honor your yin (feminine) energy. Reduce your stress and activity levels on Mondays to please the moon.
What to Wear – Wearing white and digging out the old family pearls are staples of moon-day fashion.
- TUESDAY
Ruling planet – Mars
Favorable Color – Red
Gems & Stones – Red Coral, Carnelian
Mars Qualities – Mars, the fiery planet, gives us our zest and energy. The Mars days are ideal for participating in sports and competitions. On Tuesdays, it’s especially important to think about honor and good intentions.
What to Wear – Tuesdays, like Sundays, call for bright reds.
- WEDNESDAY
Ruling Planet – Mercury
Favorable Color – Green
Gems & Stones – Emerald, Peridot, Aquamarine
Mercury Qualities – Mercury, the cerebral planet, is known for its quick wit, merriment, and youthful energy. This planet is in charge of communication, education, and trade. Wednesdays are for tending to the mind and self-care.
What to Wear – Wear something green on Wednesdays, whether it’s a piece of emerald jewelry or your favorite pair of green sneakers.
- THURSDAY
Ruling Planet – Jupiter
Favorable Color – Yellow
Gems & Stones – Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Amber
Jupiter Qualities – Thursday is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of abundance and fortune. In Jyotish, Thursdays are considered auspicious for acts of service and donating your time because this is the planet of goodness and generosity.
What to Wear – Wear something yellow on Thursdays to please Jupiter. And you may attract more wealth and luck into your life.
- FRIDAY
Ruling Planet – Venus
Favorable Color – Pink, White, Light Purple
Gems & Stones – Diamond, White Sapphire
Venus Qualities – Because Venus is the planet of the arts, Friday is the best day to immerse yourself in all things artistic. Make use of your imagination and channel your inner rock star. Making music, dancing, or drawing could all be ways of pleasing Venus. Fridays are also ideal for romance, as Venus is a divinely feminine planet that is deeply linked to love.
What to Wear – On Fridays, you could easily incorporate some pinks, whites, or light purples into your outfit and accessories.
- SATURDAY
Ruling Planet – Saturn
Favorable Color – Black, Dark Blue
Gems & Stones – Blue Sapphire, Lapis Lazuli, Amethyst
Saturn Qualities – Despite its reputation for causing delays, losses, and strife, this planet has the potential to be our greatest teacher. Saturn’s day calls for reflecting and purifying your mind, and preparing for a new cycle at the start of the week. This is an ideal day for a meditation retreat in nature.
What to Wear – Dark colors, such as black and dark blue, are associated with Saturn. Get your urban attires out on this day because Saturn is a planet you want to keep on your good side.
If you want personalized guidance on choosing the lucky colors for you, then get your birth chart analyzed by an astrology or Jyotish expert.
