Holi 2026: Why White? Unpacking the Festival's Iconic Dress Code

• Holi 2026 will be celebrated on March 4, with Holika Dahan on March 3.
• Wearing white on Holi is a tradition rooted in spirituality, symbolism, and cultural development, not just a fashion statement.
• White acts as a blank canvas, making the vibrant gulal colors appear brighter and more dramatic.
• It symbolizes purity, peace, new beginnings, and unity, setting aside social barriers.
• The tradition also has mythological roots, historical customs, practical considerations for comfort, and influence from Bollywood.