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Burgundy and Camel: Do They Go Together?

Best

Yes. Camel is a neutral, so it lets burgundy be the accent without clashing. Most outfits put burgundy on top and camel as the jacket or coat.

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Outfits

Outfits with burgundy and camel

Most outfits put burgundy on top and camel as the jacket or coat.

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Business · Layered

Burgundy adds depth to navy without shouting; common in autumn tailoring.

Smart casual · One accent colour

Burgundy adds depth to navy without shouting; common in autumn tailoring.

Business · Layered

White is a neutral, so it lets burgundy be the accent without clashing.

Smart casual · One accent colour

  • camel sweaterShop
  • burgundy midi skirtShop
  • black ankle bootsShop

Black is a neutral, so it lets burgundy be the accent without clashing.

The two colours

What burgundy and camel each bring

A signature pairing. Warm and wintery.

burgundy

A deep red-purple wine colour. Rich, warm and autumnal, it adds depth to neutrals without shouting.

Works best as: Knits, dresses, loafers and trousers.

camel

A warm, mid-light tan with a golden cast. It looks expensive, especially in wool coats and knits, and warms up every cool colour next to it.

Works best as: Overcoats, knits and trousers.

How much of each

Colour recipes

The 60/30/10 rule: one colour for most of the outfit, one for a single piece, one small accent.

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    Burgundy leads

    Burgundy as the main piece, camel as the second, black as the accent.

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    Camel leads

    The other way round: camel as the main piece, burgundy as the second.

Add a third

Colours that go with burgundy and camel

Each of these works with both, so any one can join the outfit.

Questions

Quick answers

Does burgundy go with camel?

Yes. Camel is a neutral, so it lets burgundy be the accent without clashing.

What colours go with burgundy and camel?

Black, white, cream, light grey, charcoal, navy work with both, so any of them can be the third colour.

How do you wear burgundy and camel together?

Most outfits put burgundy on top and camel as the jacket or coat. For example: camel overcoat, burgundy blouse, navy chinos, beige ballet flats.

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Each colour on its own

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