The Season Belongs to Maroon

For something less expected, look beyond the usual neutrals. Navy brings out the cooler side of maroon, while gray gives it a softer, more muted quality. Olive works particularly well when you want to lean into the season, creating a mix of deep, earthy tones that feels natural without being overly coordinated. These combinations work especially well through layering: an olive jacket over a maroon knit, a navy coat with a deep red bag, or gray tailoring paired with a maroon accessory.

The beauty of the shade is that there is no single way to wear it. Maroon can be dark and dramatic, warm and tonal, or broken up with lighter shades depending on what surrounds it. That flexibility is what makes it more than a passing fall color. It gives familiar wardrobe staples a different perspective and makes even the simplest combination feel considered.

A Deeper Shade of Red

As the season moves on, maroon feels less like a passing color trend and more like a natural part of the fall wardrobe. It has enough depth to work with the season’s darker palette, but enough versatility to take on a completely different mood depending on what surrounds it. Worn through a vintage handbag, a tailored coat, a favorite knit, or simply a small accessory, maroon brings a fresh perspective to the pieces already in rotation. This fall, it is less about making a statement with color and more about finding a shade that makes getting dressed feel a little more interesting.