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Not Your Boring Black or Blue—Fashion People Are Shopping For Jeans In This Wintery Hue Right Now

By Swedan Margen

Not Your Boring Black or Blue—Fashion People Are Shopping For Jeans In This Wintery Hue Right Now

Above all else, I’m a jeans person. I’ll wear them to the office, I’ll wear them on evenings out—in short, I’ll wear them absolutely everywhere I can. Faithful as I may be to the fabric that’s seen me through so much, even I sometimes find myself growing tired of the same blue and black pairs that dominate my rotation.

Not one to suddenly embrace technicolour tones, I still found myself craving a little variety this winter, which is when burgundy jeans appeared on my radar. Still rich and saturated but with a certain depth, this moody red feels like the perfect seasonal update.

Influencer @tylynn wears a black top with burgundy jeans and black sandals.

In fact, I'd argue that this trend is as easy to style as your average blue or black denim. The deep shade complements the neutral palette we instinctively reach for at this time of year, think blacks, browns and greys, while adding a richness that makes a simple outfit feel elevated. Yet, it’s not as heavy as black denim, offering a softer, more luxurious alternative.

Influencer @josephinebredsted wears a butter yellow blouse with burgundy jeans and brown suede shoes.

For a fresher spin, try pairing burgundy jeans with lighter tones—soft creams, buttery yellows, or blush pinks all create an elegant tonal look that still feels unexpected.

Tapping into the perennial appeal of winter reds, burgundy jeans are a trend piece that promises longevity. And I’m clearly not the only one taking note—retailers everywhere are experimenting with the shade right now. Below, I’ve rounded up the best burgundy jeans to shop this season.

Shop Burgundy Jeans:

Wide Regular Jeans

While I love these in the burgundy, they also come in two shades of blue, as well as black and cream.

We the Free Stride Straight 'n Wide Jeans

Free People

Stride Straight 'n Wide Jeans

These have a relaxed, slouchy fit for the perfect day-to-day silhouette.

Damson Madder Drew Burgundy Jeans

Damson Madder

Drew Burgundy Jeans

These crop right at the ankle, making them perfect for styling with ballet flats or loafers.

Wide-Leg Jeans

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Wide-Leg Jeans

Style these with a pointed-toe boot to make you legs go on and on.

High-Waisted Barrel Jeans - Women | Mango United Kingdom

Mango

High-Waisted Barrel Jeans

The barrel leg jeans trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.

Asos Design Slim Barrel Jeans in Burgundy

These are cut to a relaxed, barrel leg silhouette, giving them a casual energy and making them perfect for daily styling.

Alyssa Stretch High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

Reformation

Alyssa Stretch High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

These feature 2% spandex content, meaning that they have a stretchy, comfortable fit.

Patch-Pocket Flared Jeans in Burgundy

Reiss

Patch-Pocket Flared Jeans in Burgundy

These come in regular and petite lengths, so you can find your perfect fit.

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