Thursday, September 29, 2011

Red, Red Wine

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This has got to be one of my all time favorite color combinations. Burgundy & red. So bold, so delicious and just so pretty.

I fell in love with this combo many many, years ago on a trip to Milan. I walked into a Prada store and there it was, hitting me smack dab in the face. I was smitten at first sight. I purchased a pair of red & burgundy kitten heel slingbacks that day about 10 years ago and I still wear them to this day.

I recreate this combo all the time in all different ways. My nails...I'll wear both colors at the same time. Apparel...burgundy skirt, red shirt. Wine clutch, red pumps. I've done it all. Especially this time of year. There's something about fall that makes me want to mix these bold, lush colors together.

Think I know what I'll be wearing today :) How bout you all? Are you loving this combo as much as I am?

Enjoy the day, lovelies!

xoxo

Images: 1 & 3, 2 All images edited by The Alternative Wife

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56 comments:

The Dainty Dolls House said...

This is a beautiful combination..very rich. I love the colour on my nails or a big sweater..beautiful!! I hope you have a great day!! xx

Martina said...

GORGEOUS! Will try that combo, it makes me feel warm and splendid! Happy thursday to you!

Helena - A Diary of Lovely said...

I dont think I have ever tried it, very much liking it, thanks for the intro Dawn, will have to give it a go!

Anonymous said...

I would never think to combine these to colors but it is striking. Hmmm... I don't own a lot of red maybe I need to change that. Now that song Red Red Wine is stuck in my head! xo

fashion doctor said...

beautiful combination! thank you ,darling! xxx

Tanvi said...

I don't own any Burgundy! Makes me sad now ... LOVEE this combination :)

♡ from © tanvii.com

Kelly said...

Cool, I would have never thought of this but I love it!

Audrey Allure said...

Such gorgeous colors - I'm actually wearing them today!

Unknown said...

I need to invest in some burgundy! Such a lovely combo for fall!

Alex {Things That Sparkle} said...

Love this! I had red on my nails and burgundy on my toes, does that count?

Anonymous said...

Funny, I've been humming that red red wine song in my head for days! Never thought of mixing those colours together. I bet you looked fabulous today ;-)

Just got back from the Park: A glass of rosé, a book and I in the most incredible autumn weather ever. I'm in heaven.

And So I Whisper said...

Love these two colors together!

little luxury list said...

I want to live in that last outfit!

xoxo,
Chic 'n Cheap Living

Priscilla Joy said...

Wonderful indeed!

Have an exquisite day. May it be filled with loads of smiles and butterflies.

xx

Sandy a la Mode said...

i totally need/want a pair of red pants! but maybe for after i have the baby!!

Ivana Klepáčová said...

absolutely great combination!!!

the nyanzi report said...

beautiful combination and the pictures further this point.

Unknown said...

love the combination of colors and great images!

Unknown said...

love the combination of colors and great images!

Unknown said...

I'm not a huge burgundy lover but perhaps I'm going to start thinking of it as wine and mixing it with red because holy moley...it's gorgeous together!! I seriously would never have thought of the two but I'm in love!!

Tiffany Kadani said...

Oh yes! Love this combo and I love how it looks on my skin. Beautiful photos!

SabinePsynopsis said...

I do it with the nails, but not with clothes... new horizons here I come!
xoxo

classiq said...

Oh, I do, Dawn. It's a fabulous combination, one of autumn's finest.
Ada

Curves Ahead lifestyle blogger said...

can you believe I never tried this combo !! I have to like now

Unknown said...

At first glance I kind of didn't like it, but then it grew on me and now I think I like it a lot (my mind works in the weirdest ways..!)

It's perfect and gorgeous for fall!

Lindsey Regan Thorne @ be pretty said...

Oh girl... I adore the purple and red combo! :) Love your little nail idea lady, I might steal that for tomorrows mani/pedi run!

Alexa said...

So bold and I love it. And what's awesome is that I'm wearing my radical burgandy cords today. Maybe I should rock a red top?!
xo

Tamra {ever swoon} said...

LOVE this color combo, especially bc it goes so well with dark hair! yay! Red pants are calling my name.

Anonymous said...

Thats a gorgeous color combo!

kristina@beancakes ★ said...

dawn ~ you've inspired me to try out this gorgeously rich color combo!! and i just love these photos, so pretty!! hope your thursday is going great so far, friday is right around the corner!
xx ~ ks

Oh to Be a Muse said...

it's a very cool color combo, especially on nails. definitely will try it once i buy the elusive red pants i've been looking for!

B. in the Know said...

Beautiful! I am loving the new merlot color by Essie - currently wearing it on my toes!
Much love,
B

{The Perfect Palette} said...

I love the richness of burgundy!!!!

xo, chrissy

{The Perfect Palette} said...

I love the richness of burgundy!!!!

xo, chrissy

Jaime @ laviejaime said...

love this combo! that sweater looks so cozy too.

ilene @ muchloveilly said...

totally digging this combo - and LOVING those nail polish colors!

Jessica Ruud said...

OHHHH how I love love LOVE red!!!!! Love the combos.

Anonymous said...

I never considered the two colors together. It's so cool!

Chicago Chic said...

Hi darling, this combo is genius! I never really have worn or ever thought about wearing these colour together but you have inspired me to do so. I find it utterly glamorous! Like you said, PERFECT for Fall.


Rachel

Chicago Chic said...

PS. I'm LOVING these peeks into your fashionable mind!

Elle Sees said...

I need to pin all of these inspirations on this post, love this color combo

Bring Pretty Back said...

Last year my aunt bought a pair of high heel shoes in this color combo and I was surprised it was so gorgeous!
I loved them!
Have a pretty day!
Kristin

A Brit Greek said...

I love this colour combo on nails and I love the idea of beige or camel with deep burgundy... yum!

That first shot was definitely calling me!
x.o.x.o

Jessica said...

This color combination is beautiful. Perfect for Fall.

Unknown said...

Oooh so sexy! Love it mixed with a little taupe to keep it earthy as in #1 and #3.

Great, now I want a burgundy sweater and red skinnies too. Thanks A LOT.

Virna Ívinna said...

Love red and the post!

jessica // union shore said...

this is a great combination... perfect for fall! i've never really thought of this combo, but i'm pinning these for inspiration! :)

Mrs. Pancakes said...

LOVE the combo and the title is too awesome!

Melissa:: Strong Sense of Style said...

Who woulda thought? LOVE these two colors together. So perfect for fall. Can't wait to rock this combo!

Lonely Wife Project said...

Didn't care for burgundy until this moment! What a fabulous way to pair it!!!

Lindsay @ Delighted Momma said...

Beautiful color combo!!

Styleabaad said...

Burgundy and red are two of my absolute favorite colors, but I've never thought of wearing them together... Thanks for inspiring me cause I'll try this out for sure, the photos looks amazing!

Have a great weekend and enjoy the wedding!

xo
Elsa @ Styleabaad

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Poppies and Sunshine said...

Wow, it is a stunning combination! It's one of those combinations I haven't really thought of, but now want to try!

I hope you have fun at the wedding this weekend! xo

Unknown said...

It's a fabulous combo for fall. I must admit that I don't have this combo "currently" in my closet. It's a must add to any gal's fall wardrobe.

bestie said...

Gorgeous reds!