DRESSING A FINE BURGUNDY

Earthy hues are nothing new when it comes to fall fashion but this year the colour of choice is altogether more sophisticated. Endorsed by some of the big-hitting U.S. designers shows, burgundy is now top of the style stakes. Wine, oxblood or berry, any shade is a winner. Jessica Bowen

1. Work pattern into your off-duty look with Etro’s chic, paisley
   overnighter bag. etro.it
   
   
2. Give your debonair, English gent ensemble a twist with Paul Smith’s
   herringbone trilby in damson. Its leopard print lining and feather trim
   will add a trendy hint of dandy to an otherwise sober outfit.
   paulsmith.co.uk
   
   
3. Feel confident about wearing something off-beat in this quirky, chunky
   knit with castle appliqué detail exclusive to Matches. matchesfashion.com
   
   
4. YMC’s designs are not led by seasonal trends. This classic fair isle knit is
   an easy weekend, winter staple that demonstrates burgundy’s timeless
   appeal. my-wardrobe.com
   
   
5. Alexander McQueen’s silk, skull scarf is a great way for the fashion
   conscious to inject burgundy into a day-to-day look. harveynichols.com
   
   
6. Step out in Lanvin’s Oxford leather brogues. Their rich oxblood hue will
   give you an air of style-savvy elegance teamed with a well-cut suit.
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