A burgundy bag is the most versatile colored bag you can buy. It's deep enough to work like a neutral, so it goes with black, camel, grey and denim, but it still adds a rich touch of color. That's why it's one of the most saved bags every fall.
Below are eight burgundy bag outfits and the colors that go best with it. For brighter shades, see our red bag outfits, and for matching pieces, our burgundy outfits and burgundy boots guides.
What colors go with a burgundy bag?
A burgundy bag goes with black, camel, cream, grey, navy, olive and blue denim. It works like a neutral in fall and winter. For a tonal look, repeat burgundy in your shoes or a sweater, and choose gold hardware to bring out its warmth.
Burgundy bag outfits
1. Burgundy bag and a camel coat
A burgundy bag with a camel coat, cream knit and jeans. It's the classic fall pairing.
Wear it with: brown boots.
2. Burgundy bag and all black
A burgundy bag with an all-black outfit. It adds just enough color to black without feeling loud.
Wear it with: black ankle boots or loafers.
3. Burgundy bag and denim
A burgundy bag with blue jeans and a white or striped top. It's easy and fresh for every day.
Wear it with: white sneakers or loafers.
4. Burgundy bag and grey
A burgundy bag with a grey sweater and grey trousers. Burgundy and grey are elegant and understated together.
Wear it with: black loafers.
5. Burgundy bag and matching shoes
A burgundy bag with burgundy boots and a neutral outfit. Repeating the color looks deliberate and polished.
Wear it with: cream or black.
6. Burgundy bag and cream
A burgundy bag with a cream sweater and cream trousers. The deep bag stands out against the light outfit.
Wear it with: brown loafers.
7. Burgundy bag and olive
A burgundy bag with an olive jacket or trousers. The two earthy colors look rich together.
Wear it with: a cream top and brown boots.
8. Burgundy bag and a navy coat
A burgundy bag with a navy coat and navy trousers. Two deep colors look smart and preppy.
Wear it with: brown loafers.
Choosing a burgundy bag
- Leather: smooth leather lasts the longest and suits work.
- Suede: softer and great for fall, but protect it from rain.
- Shape: a shoulder bag is the most versatile; a top-handle bag looks dressier.
- Hardware: gold hardware brings out burgundy's warmth.
FAQ
What color outfit goes with a burgundy bag?
Black, camel, cream, grey, navy and denim. Camel and cream feel warm; grey and navy feel polished.
Is a burgundy bag a neutral?
It works like one in fall and winter, because it goes with most neutral colors.
What shoes go with a burgundy bag?
Black, brown and burgundy shoes. Matching burgundy shoes create a tonal look.
Can you wear a burgundy bag in summer?
Yes. With white, cream or denim, it looks fresh all year.
The bottom line
A burgundy bag works like a neutral. Carry it with camel, black or denim, or match it with burgundy shoes. Save the outfit you like and browse more shoes and bags.
