It's traditional to buy gold, silver, and new utensils on Dhanteras. It's believed that bringing auspicious items into the home on this day brings happiness and prosperity. Furthermore, there are some items that are considered undesirable to purchase on Dhanteras.

According to religious beliefs, bringing these items into the home can increase negativity and financial hardship. So, before heading to the market for Dhanteras shopping, know which items to keep off your list.

Dhanteras marks the beginning of the five-day festival of lights. This festival is celebrated on the thirteenth day of the dark fortnight of the month of Kartik. In 2026, Dhanteras will be celebrated on November 6. Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari are worshipped on this day. Buying gold, silver, brass, and new utensils is considered auspicious on this occasion. However, it is advisable to avoid purchasing certain items.

Buying iron items on Dhanteras is considered inauspicious. According to religious beliefs, iron is associated with the god Shani. It is believed that bringing iron items into the home on this day can increase problems in life. Therefore, it is best to keep iron items off your Dhanteras shopping list.

It is advisable to avoid purchasing glassware, decorative items, or other glass products. According to legend, glass is associated with the planet Rahu. It is said that bringing glassware into the home on Dhanteras can increase negativity. Therefore, purchasing such items on Dhanteras is considered inauspicious.

One should avoid purchasing sharp objects like knives, scissors, needles, nails, and pins on Dhanteras. According to religious beliefs, bringing such items into the home on this day can lead to tension and conflict within the family. According to Vastu Shastra, purchasing such items is also considered inauspicious.

In Sanatan  Dharma , the color black is avoided during many auspicious occasions and rituals. Due to this belief, it is advised to avoid buying black clothes or other black items on Dhanteras. According to religious beliefs, black is associated with negativity, so this color is also considered when shopping on this day.

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