Burgundy is the color of fall and winter. It's deeper and softer than red, richer than brown, and it flatters almost every skin tone. Once you know what to pair it with, it works for the office, weekends and evenings alike.
Below are eight burgundy outfits, the colors that go with burgundy, and how to wear it head to toe without looking flat. For burgundy accessories, see our burgundy boots and burgundy heels guides.
What colors go with burgundy?
Camel, cream, grey, navy, black, denim blue, olive and blush pink all go with burgundy. Camel and cream feel warm and classic, grey and navy feel cool and polished, and blush pink creates a soft, tonal look. Gold jewelry brings out burgundy's warmth.
Burgundy outfits
1. Burgundy sweater and camel trousers
A burgundy knit with camel trousers and brown loafers. It's the classic fall pairing and works for the office.
Wear it with: gold earrings and a tan bag.
2. Head-to-toe burgundy
A burgundy sweater, burgundy trousers and burgundy shoes. Mixing textures, like knit with wool or suede, keeps tonal burgundy from looking flat.
Wear it with: gold jewelry.
3. Burgundy blazer and jeans
A burgundy blazer over a white tee with straight blue jeans. It's smart-casual and easy for weekends.
Wear it with: white sneakers or loafers.
4. Burgundy midi dress
A burgundy knit or satin midi dress with black boots. It's polished for dinner and warm enough for winter.
Wear it with: black knee boots and tights.
5. Burgundy and grey
A burgundy sweater with grey wool trousers and a grey coat. It's cool, elegant and very wearable.
Wear it with: black loafers.
6. Burgundy and navy
Navy trousers with a burgundy knit. The two deep shades look rich and preppy together.
Wear it with: brown boots.
7. Burgundy and blush
A burgundy skirt with a blush pink sweater. It's soft and tonal, and great for spring transitions too.
Wear it with: nude heels or ballet flats.
8. Burgundy leather skirt
A burgundy leather midi skirt with a cream turtleneck and ankle boots. It's a bold but easy evening look.
Wear it with: gold hoops and a small bag.
How to wear burgundy
Start with one piece. A burgundy sweater, bag or pair of shoes is an easy way in.
Pair it with neutrals. Camel, cream, grey and navy let burgundy stand out.
Go tonal with texture. Head-to-toe burgundy works when every piece is a different fabric.
Choose gold. Gold jewelry and hardware bring out burgundy's warmth.
FAQ
What color goes best with burgundy?
Camel and cream are the easiest and most flattering. Grey, navy and black also look polished with burgundy.
Can you wear burgundy head to toe?
Yes. Mix textures like knit, wool, suede and leather so the outfit has depth, and add gold jewelry.
Is burgundy a fall color?
Burgundy is one of the defining fall and winter colors, but lighter fabrics and blush pairings make it work in spring too.
What shoes go with a burgundy outfit?
Brown, black, nude and burgundy shoes all work. Matching burgundy shoes create a tonal look.
The bottom line
Start with one burgundy piece and pair it with camel, cream or grey. When you're ready, try head-to-toe burgundy in mixed textures. Save the outfit you like and browse more outfit ideas.
