Chakra Bracelet Colours: The Seven Colours in Order

A chakra bracelet is easy to recognise: seven coloured beads in rainbow order, usually set among darker or neutral stones. Each colour stands for one of the seven chakras described in Indian yoga and meditation traditions. This guide sets out the chakra bracelet colours in order, what each one is traditionally associated with, which stones are commonly used, and how to choose and wear a bracelet you like.

If you would like to see the colours on real designs as you read, our women's chakra bracelets collection includes charm, lava stone and gold-tone styles.

What are the seven chakras?

Chakra is a Sanskrit word usually translated as wheel. In yoga traditions the chakras are seven points imagined along the body, from the base of the spine to the top of the head. Over time each has been linked with a colour, and those colours follow the order of the rainbow from red to violet.

A chakra bracelet is a piece of jewellery that represents this idea. It is a symbol and a style choice. The associations below are traditional ones and are not medical or health claims.

Chakra bracelet colours in order

Order	Colour	Chakra	Traditionally associated with	Stones often used
1	Red	Root	Stability and feeling grounded	Red jasper, red agate
2	Orange	Sacral	Creativity and enjoyment	Carnelian, orange aventurine
3	Yellow	Solar plexus	Confidence and purpose	Tiger eye, yellow jade, citrine
4	Green	Heart	Love and kindness	Green aventurine, malachite
5	Blue	Throat	Communication and honesty	Turquoise, sodalite
6	Indigo	Third eye	Intuition and imagination	Lapis lazuli, sodalite
7	Violet	Crown	Reflection and a sense of connection	Amethyst, clear quartz

Stones vary from one design to another, and some bracelets use dyed or coloured beads to achieve an even rainbow. The product description tells you what each bracelet is made with.

Why are the other beads black, brown or white?

Seven coloured beads only cover part of a wrist, so makers fill the rest of the strand with a single plain stone. The choice changes the character of the bracelet.

• Black lava stone: matt and slightly rough, it makes the colours look brighter.
• Tiger eye: warm golden brown, for an earthier look.
• Lapis lazuli or sodalite: deep blue, often with gold-tone spacers.
• White or clear beads: light and summery.

Many designs also add a charm, such as a tree of life, a lotus flower, a leaf or an Om symbol. The tree of life is often chosen as a symbol of growth and family, and the lotus as a symbol of new beginnings.

How to choose a chakra bracelet

By style

Decide whether you want the colours to be the main feature or an accent. A full strand of bright beads is bold. A dark strand with seven small coloured beads is easier to wear with office clothes.

By size

Measure your wrist just above the wrist bone and add 1 to 2 cm for a comfortable fit. Many bracelets are offered in more than one length or have an adjustable cord; check the sizes on the product page.

By fastening

• Stretch: quick to put on. Roll it over your hand rather than pulling it wide.
• Sliding cord: adjusts to most wrists, useful for presents.
• Clasp and chain: a more traditional jewellery finish, often with an extension chain.

How to wear it

• Wear it alone on a bare wrist to let the colours show.
• Stack it with a plain gold-tone or silver chain bracelet for contrast.
• Pair it with a matching bracelet for a partner or friend; couple sets are made for exactly this.
• Keep the rest of your jewellery simple, as seven colours are already plenty.

Looking after a chakra bracelet

• Take it off before swimming, showering or washing up.
• Put on perfume and hand cream first and let them dry.
• Wipe the beads with a soft, dry cloth.
• Store it flat in its box or pouch so the elastic is not under strain.

Giving a chakra bracelet as a present

The seven colours make this an easy gift to explain. A short note listing the colours and what each is traditionally associated with turns a pretty bracelet into a thoughtful one. LIVLOKO London bracelets arrive in a LIVLOKO London gift box or gift bag.

Frequently asked questions

What order do the chakra colours go in?

Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet: the same order as the rainbow, running from the root chakra to the crown.

Does it matter which wrist you wear a chakra bracelet on?

Different traditions suggest different wrists, and there is no single rule. Wear it on whichever wrist is most comfortable, usually the one opposite your watch.

Are the stones in a chakra bracelet always the same?

No. The colours follow the same order, but the stones used for each colour differ between designs. Check the product description if a particular stone matters to you.