Not Black, Not Grey—I Think Jumpers Look Most Expensive When They Come In This Elegant Shade

I've been a fashion editor for many years now, so I've spent plenty of winters pondering the colour trends that deliver season after season. Of course, black remains undeniably elegant, and grey, reliably timeless. But after all this time, my favourite winter hue remains the decadent shade of a deep burgundy.

I’ll take this colour in any form, but I find that when it’s rendered in a slouchy knit, it truly shines. There’s something innately luxurious about the marriage of a relaxed jumper silhouette with a sumptuous, deep-wine tone. Both cosy and refined, I've found this trend a natural shortcut to looking expensive.

Burgundy jumpers also happen to be one of the easiest additions to a winter capsule wardrobe. They complement the darker, neutral tones we naturally gravitate towards at this time of year while adding depth to some of our brighter favourites, like pastel pink and butter yellow.

Select the elegant trend in a finer knit and style it on its own; otherwise, pair a chunkier style with a fresh white tee for a neater finish. To tap into another growing winter trend, select your burgundy knit in a V-neck style and layer it over a cotton shirt.

Fortunately, both high-street and designer brands have mastered the elegant staple. From COS’s fan-favourite cashmere jumper to Reformation’s endlessly chic Clara knit, scroll on to discover the most beautiful burgundy jumpers to add to your wardrobe right now.

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H&M

Oversized Cashmere Jumper

Be quick! This cosy cashmere knit is well on its way to selling out.

Marks & Spencer

Pure Merino Wool Crew Neck Jumper

While I love this in burgundy, it also comes in nine other shades.

COS

Cashmere Crew-Neck Jumper

COS' cashmere jumpers are a fashion person's favourites.

Arket

Alpaca and Wool Relaxed Jumper

Style this with denim or pair with a pretty skirt for an elevated take on day-to-day wear.

Reformation

Cove Cashmere Oversized Crew

During winter's coldest days, an oversized knit is the only thing I want to wear, and Reformation's Clara jumper is tempting me this season.

Zara

Plain Knit Cape Jumper

The chic cape detail effect gives this such an elevated edge.

COS

Cashmere Funnel-Neck Jumper

An oversized funnel neck jumper is key to staying cosy all winter.

Rise & Fall

Oxblood Cashmere Merino V Neck Jumper

In my opinion, Rise & Fall's cashmere is some of the best on the market.