Burgundy is a colour for those who love red but prefer somewhat calmer shades. It's a very well-liked colour, and it's worth taking a closer look at it if you don't already have it in your wardrobe. Tasteful, elegant and mysterious – perfect for many outfits.

Burgundy colour meaning

The name of the colour burgundy comes from the name of the French region – Bordeaux. It's the colour of grapes, as well as the wine made from them in that region. The colour itself is a combination of red and brown, strong and intense, just like the wine mentioned. In Japan, this colour was associated with prosperity and longevity, while in China it was a sign of happiness and also symbolised good fortune. In Western culture, it was strongly associated with luxury and power. Because obtaining the dye was expensive and few people could afford it, burgundy was considered a royal colour. Only monarchs and clergy could afford robes in this shade.

What colour goes with burgundy?

What colour should you choose to go with burgundy to create a good and striking combination? Burgundy is an elegant and refined colour, so it can be used in outfits for special occasions. The combination of burgundy with gold looks beautiful and luxurious, both in clothing and jewellery of this colour. However, burgundy is very versatile and looks good in various combinations.

What colour goes with a burgundy garment and will be suitable for any occasion? Navy blue, black and classic white will all suit it. For festive outfits, it's worth using a burgundy dress and pairing it with red and bottle green, the most well-known colours for this time of year. Burgundy can also be paired with grey, powder pink, light blue, beige or brown. It comes in handy for creating both formal and everyday outfits.

Burgundy – how it affects people

Burgundy is a colour found in nature, the colour of grapes, cherries, plums and flowers. Burgundy is also the colour of wine and blood. It is therefore not uniform in its effect. On the one hand, it stimulates, increases blood pressure and improves the willingness to act. On the other hand, it helps with concentration, is useful in stressful situations and provides an atmosphere of warmth and cosiness. Burgundy is also a colour of stability that brings a sense of calm. It's a shade that motivates activity and is also often associated with maturity, especially in nature.

Who is burgundy a good choice for?

Burgundy suits everyone, both older and younger people, although strong, expressive personalities look particularly great in it. It will be loved by ambitious people who like to be at the centre of attention. Choosing this shade also shows good taste. Although it's a simple colour, it's used less often than classic blacks and browns, and can successfully replace them, not just in elegant outfits. It's a very chic colour. People with low self-confidence and those who prefer familiar, standard solutions should probably avoid it.

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Sometimes, however, you need to be careful with it, as it can slightly emphasise flaws such as dark circles under the eyes or tired skin. Burgundy can be used as the main colour in an outfit or as an accent. It can be worn all year round, although we most often reach for it in autumn and winter.