The maroon dress, for every occasion.
Bridesmaid sets, prom and homecoming looks, fall wedding-guest dresses and cocktail styles, plus exactly how to style them.
Maroon, burgundy, wine: what's the difference?
They're all deep reds. Maroon leans brown, burgundy leans purple, and wine sits in between. Knowing which one you're shopping for makes matching a bridal party, or a pair of shoes, much easier.
Maroon#800000
Brown-red; warm and earthy
Burgundy#800020
Red with purple undertones
Wine#722f37
Soft, slightly dusty red-purple
Oxblood#4a0000
Very deep, almost brown
Merlot#73343a
Muted, romantic
Cranberry#9f1d35
Brighter, cooler red
Mulberry#770737
Berry-purple lean
Garnet#733635
Jewel-toned, rich
Hex values are common web approximations used to describe each shade. Real fabrics vary by dye lot, material and lighting.
Maroon dress styles that always work
Chiffon A-line maxi
Floaty, forgiving and photograph beautifully in deep red. The bridesmaid classic.
Velvet midi
Velvet makes maroon look richer. Ideal for fall and winter weddings and holiday parties.
Satin slip dress
Liquid shine and a minimal cut. Dress it up with heels or down with a jacket.
Sequin or beaded short dress
Sparkle in a deep shade feels grown-up rather than costume-y.
What shoes go with a maroon dress?
Nude, metallic, black and the bolder options, by dress length and occasion.
Jewelry, bags and makeup for maroon
Gold vs. silver, which lipstick to wear, and finishing touches.
Colors that go with maroon
Palettes for bridal parties, outfits and accessories, from blush to forest green.
Free: the Maroon Color Palette & Styling Guide
A printable one-page guide: eight shades of maroon and burgundy, the colors that pair with each, and shoe, jewelry and makeup combinations for every occasion.