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By midweek, astrology swaps the calm white of Monday and the bold red of Tuesday for something fresher. Here's which colour to wear on Wednesday according to Vedic astrology, why it matters, and how to wear it with ease.
The short answer: wear green on Wednesday
According to Vedic astrology, green is the lucky colour for Wednesday. Every shade counts, from light and mint green to olive, bottle green and jade. All of them are linked to Mercury, the planet that rules Wednesday.
Why Wednesday is linked to Mercury
In Hindi, Wednesday is Budhvar, the day of Budh, or Mercury. The same link appears in other languages: the French mercredi and Spanish miércoles both come from Mercury.
In astrology, Mercury rules intelligence, communication, speech, learning, business and quick thinking. It's the planet of clear minds and sharp words, so Wednesday is traditionally seen as a good day for studying, negotiating, starting projects and important conversations.
Wednesday is also dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and patron of wisdom and new beginnings. He is traditionally offered durva grass, another reason green is linked with this day.
Shades of green for Wednesday, and what each one means
1. Bright and light green
The purest expression of Mercury's energy. Light green is associated with freshness, growth and optimism, and is a good pick for a day of learning or new starts.
2. Mint green
Soft and cooling, mint brings the same Mercury energy in a calmer, easy-to-wear pastel.
3. Olive green
Earthy and grounded, olive is the most wearable green of all. It works in almost any outfit and looks polished rather than loud.
4. Bottle green, forest green and jade
Deep, rich greens linked to stability and focus. Emerald (panna) is Mercury's gemstone in Vedic astrology, which is why jewel-toned greens like jade and emerald are considered especially lucky.
Are there colours to avoid on Wednesday?
There's less agreement here than for other days. Some astrologers suggest keeping very dark shades like black to a minimum on Wednesday, but the main advice is simply to include some green. Even a single green piece is considered enough.
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 green on Wednesday
- Start with olive. It's the easiest green to wear and goes with black, white, off-white, beige and denim.
- Go light for a fresh look. Mint or light green tees pair beautifully with off-white or light grey bottoms.
- Layer deep greens. A bottle green jacket or olive hoodie over a plain white tee looks sharp and effortless.
- Keep it to one or two greens. Tonal greens (olive with bottle green) work well, but avoid mixing green with too many other bright colours.
- Balance with neutrals. Black or off-white sweatpants let a green top stand out.
Frequently asked questions
Which colour is lucky on Wednesday?
Green is considered the luckiest colour for Wednesday in Vedic astrology. All shades count, including light green, mint, olive, bottle green and jade.
Why should we wear green on Wednesday?
Wednesday is ruled by Mercury, the planet of intelligence, communication and business. Green is Mercury's colour and is believed to support clear thinking, good communication and success in work and studies.
Which colour should I wear for Lord Ganesha on Wednesday?
Green is the traditional colour for Wednesday and for worshipping Lord Ganesha, who is offered green durva grass.
Is olive green lucky on Wednesday?
Yes. Olive is a shade of green, so it carries the same Mercury association, and it's one of the easiest greens to wear every day.
Note: colour astrology is a traditional belief system rather than a science. Wear what makes you feel confident. And if green on a Wednesday does that, go for it.
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