With the weather as unpredictable as ever, it’s clear that the seasonal switch will happen within the blink of an eye. By this time in the year, our wardrobe staples have been working hard to adapt to different seasons, temperatures and occasions, and can feel slightly tired come autumn. But there’s an easy way to inject new life into your capsule wardrobe, and that’s with an addition of colour. For autumn, particular shades like camel, brown and soft grey might immediately spring to mind, but for me there’s one shade that always seems to stand out, and that’s burgundy.
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Katie Holmes styled a burgundy maxi dress with black boots and a black bag during New York Fashion Week.
A deep burgundy hue adds a richness that is perfectly placed for the cosy nature of autumn. Blending with the natural background, as leaves begin to brown and the days darken, this expensive-looking shade comes into its own. No matter the price point of a purchase, each time I add a splash of burgundy into my outfit builds, I’m always asked, “Where did you get that?”. Unlike our neutrals, burgundy remains a rarer shade to spot on the street, and right now, it’s trending for autumn. Whilst chocolate brown, beige and camel have their place, burgundy always adds a little oomph where other neutrals blend in.
The further brilliance of this shade is that it works with so many other colours. Of course, neutrals are an easy pairing, but there’s no need to stop there—mixing brown shades with burgundy’s red undertone lends itself well to gold metals and soft rust hues, too. Classic denim always works, and the pairing of deep red and blue is a particularly striking one. Or, you can go bold and create an entirely monochromatic burgundy look. If you’re easing in though, even the addition of a bag or pair of shoes can be enough to push the whole outfit into the expensive-looking world that burgundy promises.
If you’re bored of beige or simply ready for a seasonal switch up, keep scrolling to explore the best burgundy pieces around.
SHOP BURGUNDY PIECES:
COS
Belted Leather Midi Shirt Dress
Leather clothes come into their own in the cooler months.
Aligne
Gilda Maxi Trench Coat in Mustang
A classic trench coat will serve you for years to come.
Eres
Ankara Convertible Cotton and Stretch-Jersey Maxi Dress in Burgundy
Add boots and a leather jacket for autumn days.
M&S Collection
Tapered Ankle Grazer Trousers in Dark Burgundy
Mark my words—this pair will sell out quickly.
Manolo Blahnik
Maysale 70 Suede Mules
The iconic Maysale mules, now in burgundy.
With Nothing Underneath
The Weekend: Fine Brushed in Burgundy
With Nothing Underneath knows all about great shirts.
Whistles
Cashmere Roll Neck Jumper in Burgundy
As we move into autumn, great knitwear will become a daily essential.
Monki
Faux Leather Jacket in Ruby Red Melange
This went straight in my basket.
Khaite
Amelia Medium Leather Tote Bag
A truly beautiful tote.
Free People
Intimately Low-Back Seamless Tee in Winetasting
Just wait until you see the striking low back.
Roksanda
Draped Grain de Poudre Wool Jumpsuit in Merlot
I’m making plans just to wear this chic jumpsuit.
& Other Stories
Braided Leather Crossbody Bag in Chesnut
Accessories are a great way to ease into the burgundy trend.
Loulou Studio
+ Net Sustain Aiwa Twill Wide-Leg Pants in Burgundy
Wide-leg silhouettes remain a key trend for A/W 23.
All Saints
Rina Crew Neck Sleeveless Tank Top in Orchid Red
Tank tops are a versatile layering option when transitioning between seasons.
Jeffrey Campbell
Moira Mary Jane Flats in Wine
Trending ballet flats in an expensive-looking burgundy hue.
Karen Millen
Viscose Satin Wide Leg Woven Trousers in Chocolate
I’m into the whole outfit. Shop the matching Viscose Satin Woven Boyfriend Shirt in Chocolate (£48).
Aspinal of London
Mayfair Bag in Burgundy Patent Croc
Invest now, treasure forever.
Lisa Yang
Dolly Strapless Cashmere Midi Dress
Gianvito Rossi
Ribbon 45 Patent-Leather Mary Jane Pumps
Style with straight-leg jeans and a crisp, white shirt.
Safiyaa
Cutout Ribbed-Knit Top
The nice top that jeans were made for.
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