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After the white of Monday, the red of Tuesday and the green of Wednesday, Thursday brings the brightest colour of the week. Here's which colour to wear on Thursday according to Vedic astrology, why, and how to wear it with confidence.
The short answer: wear yellow on Thursday
According to Vedic astrology, yellow is the lucky colour for Thursday. Golden, mustard, lemon and saffron-yellow shades all count. They're linked to Jupiter, the planet that rules Thursday.
Why Thursday is linked to Jupiter
In Hindi, Thursday is Guruvar or Brihaspativar, the day of Brihaspati, or Jupiter. In Hindu tradition, Brihaspati is the guru (teacher) of the gods, which is why Jupiter is called Guru in astrology.
Jupiter is the largest planet and is considered the most generous in astrology. It represents wisdom, knowledge, prosperity, good fortune, teachers and growth. Its colour is yellow, the colour of gold, turmeric and sunlight.
Thursday is also dedicated to Lord Vishnu. People who keep the Thursday fast (Brihaspativar vrat) traditionally wear yellow and offer yellow items such as chana dal, turmeric, bananas and yellow flowers. For many devotees, Thursday is also Sai Baba's day.
Shades of yellow for Thursday, and what each one means
1. Golden yellow
The classic colour of Jupiter. Golden yellow is linked to prosperity, abundance and good fortune, and is the most traditional choice for Thursday.
2. Mustard yellow
A warmer, earthier shade that carries the same Jupiter energy in a more understated way. Mustard is one of the easiest yellows to wear day to day.
3. Lemon and butter yellow
Soft, light yellows associated with optimism and a fresh start. A good pick if bright yellow feels too loud.
4. Saffron-yellow
Deep, warm and spiritual, often worn for Thursday prayers. Yellow sapphire (pukhraj) is Jupiter's gemstone in Vedic astrology, which is why rich golden-yellow tones are considered especially auspicious.
Colours some astrologers suggest avoiding on Thursday
Some astrologers advise against black on Thursday, as its dark, heavy energy is seen as the opposite of Jupiter's bright and generous nature. If you want to wear black, adding a yellow piece is an easy way to balance it.
Lucky colours for every day of the week
| Day | Ruling planet | Lucky colours |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Sun (Surya) | Orange, golden, red, copper |
| Monday | Moon (Chandra) | White, cream, silver, light blue |
| Tuesday | Mars (Mangal) | Red, maroon, orange, coral |
| Wednesday | Mercury (Budh) | Green (all shades) |
| Thursday | Jupiter (Guru) | Yellow, golden, mustard |
| Friday | Venus (Shukra) | White, pink, pastels |
| Saturday | Saturn (Shani) | Black, navy, dark blue |
How to wear yellow on Thursday
- Pick the right shade for you. Mustard and golden yellow suit most skin tones, especially Indian skin tones, better than pale lemon.
- Pair with neutrals. Yellow looks best against black, white, off-white, grey, navy or denim.
- Start small. One yellow tee with black or off-white sweatpants is enough to wear the colour of the day.
- Try tie-dye. A yellow tie-dye tee brings in the colour in a relaxed, playful way.
- Layer it. A yellow jacket over a plain white tee is a bold, confident look.
Frequently asked questions
Which colour is lucky on Thursday?
Yellow is considered the luckiest colour for Thursday in Vedic astrology. Golden, mustard, lemon and saffron-yellow shades all count.
Why should we wear yellow on Thursday?
Thursday is ruled by Jupiter (Guru), the planet of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. Yellow is Jupiter's colour and is believed to invite knowledge, growth and blessings.
Which colour should I wear for Lord Vishnu on Thursday?
Yellow is the traditional colour for worshipping Lord Vishnu and for the Brihaspativar (Thursday) fast.
Which colour should I wear on Thursday for Sai Baba?
Many devotees wear yellow or saffron on Thursdays, which are considered Sai Baba's day.
Note: colour astrology is a traditional belief system rather than a science. Wear what makes you feel confident. And if yellow on a Thursday does that, it's a good day already.
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