Whether it’s the aisles of a grocery store, standing in a long queue for a cup of coffee, or ambling to the office on another Tuesday morning, we always find our versions of a fashion runway, decked in the latest trends. If we were to go by the high-street fashion forecast, both legacy and emerging designers are painting the FW23 runways a deep crimson shade of burgundy. From block platform loafers to petite shoulder bags, the runways and streets saw fashion connoisseurs elevating their seemingly run-of-the-mill outfits with pops of burgundy accessories. Wonder what’s the frenzy behind this oxblood shade? Fashion houses like Tom Ford, Hermès and Bottega Veneta featured this colour in abundance for their 24 Summer/Spring collections. A standout, however, was the debut collection by Sabato De Sarno, the creative director of Gucci. He even went up a notch and gave burgundy a new name called Gucci Rosso which the designer described as deep black cherry. This phenomenon opened the floodgates to a new fashion trend, and we’re so here for it! Read along to explore how you can incorporate the hottest colour of 2024 into chic yet simple ensembles.
Celeb Inspiration
1. Airport Chic
If our favourite celebs are spotted doing one thing without a miss, it’s making the most stylish statement as they jaunt towards the airport. It’s a fashion goldmine for those who love the medley of basic comfort and casual chic. Mama-to-be and Bollywood’s dame, Deepika Padukone never fails to disappoint in this endeavour. Recreate this look with the Wide Leg Palazzo Pants in Burgundy from Styli, a popular Middle Eastern size-inclusive brand with nearly 500k followers on Instagram. This pair of palazzo pants has a straight-fit flair if you love a loose fit. It’s also available in size 2XL if you want a baggier fit. Pair this with a sizeable handbag or tote bag to fit all your necessities like the Maroon Tracy Tote Bag from gen-z favourite brand, Miraggio.
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2. Fashionista-Approved
If the queen of fashion sports the colour of quiet luxury, we follow suit. We don’t make the rules. We love this trench coat and boots duo on Zendaya, a look you need to bookmark for winter, 24. Nykaa Fashion’s private label brings you an almost similar burgundy trench coat with the Twenty Dresses’ Wine Solid Faux Leather Overcoat With Belt. It gives the fastening aspect of the coat a seamless finish thanks to snap buttons that are placed on the inside of the coat. Pair this with knee-high burgundy boots like the Burgundy Casual Boots from Rag & Co, a brand featured in Reader’s Digest, Women’s Health, and Fashion Magazine.
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3. Make It Iconic
When it comes to setting fashion goals in 2024, Mother finds a way to serve a steaming plate of inspo even from 2014 a.k.a her 1989 era. Do the burgundy colour trend right like the pop icon by accompanying your academia-chic outfit with a pair of strappy sling-backs or slip-on pumps. We recommend ELLE’s Burgundy slip-on Pumps. It has round toes and block heels to give your feet comfort while you ooze style. Finish the look with a beanie, 2014’s quintessential trend-setting essential. The Magic Needles Maroon Acrylic & Resin Beanie is the perfect pick thanks to its chunky knit design.
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4. Make It Iconic
We’ll tell you what we really, really want – to steal Victoria Beckham’s breezy, office-ready look. If you want to be a partner in crime, recreate this look with the Uptownie Lite’s Maroon Crepe Pleated Skirt. It has a zip closure to easily slip it on without putting on a one-man dance routine. The brand has also made this midi skirt to perfectly fit the average height of Indian women. This will look good on a wide range of semi-formal tops like the oversized blue button-down on the former Spice Girl herself. Give it a dash of desi -ness with the Miri Burgundy Hand Embroidered Roses Potli Bag. You sling it on or carry wedged between your elbow and waist.
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5. ‘Stole’ The Look
While Selena Gomez will remain gloriously rare, dressing up a simple duo of top and jeans with a stole or scarf is a common fashion hack that is still timeless in our dupatta-obsessed hearts. Alavya’s wide, shawl-style stole is the perfect addition to keep you stylish and warm, especially in the upcoming monsoon season when a drizzly, chilly breeze is expected. You can even conveniently incorporate more burgundy with either an umbrella or a raincoat. For a final touch, add a small sling bagto the mix. If you want the burgundy shades to stand out, opt for a black sling bag like Accessorize London Ruby Sling Bag.
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6. Oversized Perfection
She’s the iconic, stylish, and the moment. We had to add this drool-worthy fashion moment spawned by TikTok darling, Hailey Bieber. This oversized padded blazer look may seem daunting but, trust us, it is super easy to recreate. Layer a dress with the Shibui Mercury Of Life Maroon Blazer. Made from high-quality khadi, it has a casual fit with a double-breasted fastening. It’s available in six sizes so if you want to size it up, you can go for 2XL. If you want to emulate the long trench coat style, then you can opt for a burgundy overcoat.
Complete the look with a duffel hand bag for which the Baggit Away Red Medium Duffel Handbag would be perfect.
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As we gradually enter the second half of 2024 with a prelude to the monsoon, here’s a guide on how you can usher in the gloomy colour pallets with a splash of burgundy accessories and outfits. You can even check out phone cases and these cute press-on nails for some much-needed dopamine rush.