Burgundy—the new it color for fall and winter 2024. You may have noticed already, but it's everywhere.
Let’s talk about it. Burgundy is a deep reddish-brown shade inspired by the red wine from the Burgundy region of France. This deep, rich color was popular during the Victorian Era and again in the Roaring Twenties. It’s similar to maroon but has more purple undertones. Perfect for polished looks, this classic color has found its way to the top of the fall color lineup.
Burgundy has resurfaced as one of the hottest fall colors and for good reason. Make a statement this season with burgundy pieces that scream sophistication. Interested in learning how to style this fantastic fall color? In this article, we’ll share styling tips and outfit ideas featuring burgundy clothing and accessories. Read on for fall fashion inspiration from Porterist.
Burgundy: A Color Story
So, why burgundy? What makes this rich hue popular for the fall season? You may or may not be familiar with the psychology of color and how certain attributes and emotions are associated with colors. Burgundy, a blend of red and purple, symbolizes sophistication, ambition, and power. Its deep color evokes feelings of luxury, wealth, confidence, and passion. It is a bit more subdued than other red shades but still is eye-catching without being over the top.
Who doesn’t want to feel sophisticated and powerful? This deeply saturated color is a showstopper when well-styled. There are so many ways to style burgundy to elevate your outfits. Additionally, the burgundy trend is extremely versatile, as the color complements various skin tones and hair colors from light to dark. Not to mention, it can also be worn with practically any color.
From knit burgundy dresses to trench coats to modern burgundy accessories, you’ll see this color everywhere this autumn (if you haven’t already). Wondering how to style this fashionable color? Keep reading to learn how to combine burgundy outfits with the latest fall fashion trends.
Burgundy Fashion Trends
Let’s discuss some current fall fashion trends featuring burgundy. There are many ways to incorporate burgundy into your autumn wardrobe, including layering, creating an autumn capsule wardrobe, mixing burgundy with patterns, and color blocking.
The first fall fashion trend we’ll explore is layering for style. Layering has been a long-standing fall trend because it is not only stylish but also functional for cooling temperatures. With layering, you can ensure that you stay warm without sacrificing style. You can also always take layers off if Mother Nature decides it’s time to heat things up. Incorporating burgundy into your fall layers is easy. Simply add a couple of base layers in burgundy to your closet.
Consider this burgundy outfit idea using the layering trend:
- White long-sleeve knit sweater
- Burgundy dress
- Denim jacket
- Silk scarf
- Booties
- Gold jewelry
Another trend is creating a fall capsule wardrobe with a minimalist mindset. Finding a couple of high-quality burgundy pieces to add to your wardrobe can help you build numerous autumn looks. We recommend adding a burgundy sweater, dress, or trousers to your fall capsule wardrobe. These pieces can easily be mixed with others to create highly fashionable outfits for any time of day.
Styling burgundy with other colors and patterned pieces isn’t tricky. It’s incredibly versatile, making it a staple in many people’s fall capsule wardrobes. You can find burgundy sweaters, coats, bodysuits, blazers, and even pants. An elegant burgundy dress can be the foundation of many fall outfits, whether for work or weekend events.
Lastly, burgundy goes well with other colors like grey, camel tan, olive green, and more. Have fun with color blocking this season using burgundy shades. Patterns can also be used in combination with this color. Try a timeless leopard print if you’re feeling flirty!
Burgundy for Every Occasion
As mentioned, burgundy is a uniquely versatile color suitable for various occasions. Styling with burgundy is ideal for work outfits, date nights, casual weekend attire, and more. The color can be used in subtle touches or as the main attraction. Whether you make burgundy your new personality is up to you, but here are some outfit ideas for different occasions.
Work Outfit Ideas
- An example of how burgundy can be used in a work-appropriate outfit is to wear a burgundy chiffon blouse with a shawl collar, navy trousers in your preferred style, black loafers, and gold jewelry.
- Another work outfit idea is to wear a burgundy knit dress, a gray blazer, gold jewelry, and black booties.
Casual Outfit Ideas
- A casual but stylish outfit idea for meeting a friend on the weekend is to wear burgundy palazzo pants, a black embroidered tee, a denim jacket, and a pair of leather mules. Complete the look with a leather backpack.
- Another casual option is wearing a burgundy matching set with white sneakers. Check out this burgundy hooded knit sweater and loose trousers option!
Date Night Outfit Ideas
- For date night, look for a chic burgundy mini dress that hugs you in the right places, accentuating your figure. Layer a brown leather jacket on top, add some tights underneath, and a pair of pumps. Accessorize with gold jewelry and voilà! You’re ready to hit the town.
- Another great date-night option is a burgundy jumpsuit. Pair it with a black leather biker jacket, ankle boots, and a gold clutch.
As you can see, there are a ton of different ways to style with burgundy in the colder months. Next, let’s move on to how to choose shoes and accessories in burgundy.
Burgundy Footwear and Accessories
The burgundy trend isn’t only for clothing. Footwear and accessories count, too! This season, you’ll be able to find different burgundy footwear options, such as boots, heels, sneakers, mules, loafers, and more. Accessorize your outfits with burgundy handbags, hats, scarves, and more to add a pop of color to neutral ensembles.
We recommend adding a couple of burgundy accessories to your wardrobe to spice up your outfits. The pieces you choose are totally up to your unique style. Some of the most popular burgundy accessory options include bags and scarves. Check out this absolutely stunning ethnic patterned burgundy shawl!
Adding something as simple as a shawl to your fall outfit can give you an air of sophistication. Burgundy is an excellent option for accessorizing because it isn’t too bright and can still blend well with neutral-toned outfits. This makes it a great choice for all occasions. Whether you want to dress up a date night fit or add color to a casual outfit, burgundy accessories and shoes fit the bill.
Embrace the Burgundy Trend with Porterist
Burgundy has come in and out of fashion several times throughout history. From its rise in the Victorian Era to the Roaring Twenties to its resurgence in 2024, this autumn color is all the rage. Are you ready to play with this popular color and showcase your personal taste?
Porterist is all about burgundy in fall fashion. If you’re looking to experiment with this rich wine color, shop Porterist’s burgundy collection. Our selection features sustainably sourced clothing that you can feel good wearing.
What are you waiting for? Embrace this popular color this autumn, and start finding your favorite burgundy pieces today! We can’t wait to see how you style our burgundy options.