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Oct 26, 2026

What Colours Go With Burgundy Boots? Outfit Ideas and Styling Tips

by Ankur Anand

Burgundy boots go with black, navy, grey, cream, camel, brown, denim, khaki and soft pink. For the easiest outfit, wear burgundy ankle boots with blue jeans and a neutral knit, or burgundy knee-high boots with a black or cream dress. Because burgundy is a deep, muted red, it works more like a neutral than a bright colour.

Quick Answer: Burgundy works with most of your wardrobe. Black gives the sharpest contrast, navy and grey keep it understated, cream and camel soften it, and denim is the easiest everyday pairing. Keep the rest of the outfit fairly plain and let the boots carry the colour.

Below, you'll find outfit ideas for each colour, how burgundy, maroon and oxblood differ when you shop, and how to wear ankle, knee-high and over-the-knee styles.

What Colours Go With Burgundy Boots?

The colours that work best with burgundy boots are black, navy, brown, cream, grey, denim, khaki and soft pink. Each one changes the mood of the outfit, from sharp and polished to soft and casual. Here's how to wear each pairing.

Burgundy and Black

This is the most polished combination. Black keeps the outfit sharp, and burgundy adds colour without shouting. Try a black knit dress with burgundy knee-high boots, or black tailored trousers with burgundy ankle boots for the office.

Saint Emily burgundy croc-embossed knee-high boots with a black ribbed knit dress

Burgundy and Navy

Navy and burgundy are both deep shades, so together they look rich rather than loud. A navy dress, coat or jumper with burgundy boots is a quieter alternative to black.

Saint Primrose maroon above-the-knee boots with a navy velvet mini dress

Burgundy and Brown

Brown and burgundy are both warm, so this pairing feels autumnal straight away. Wear burgundy boots with a chocolate brown coat, or add a tan bag and belt to a burgundy-and-denim outfit. If you already own brown suede boots, the same camel and cream pieces work with both.

Burgundy and Cream

Cream and ecru soften burgundy and make it easier to wear in daylight. A cream cable knit with blue jeans and burgundy ankle boots is a simple autumn outfit you can repeat all season.

Burgundy and Grey

Grey keeps burgundy understated, which makes it a good choice for work. Charcoal trousers, a grey coat or a grey knit all let the boots stand out without clashing.

Saint Edwina burgundy ankle boots with charcoal trousers and a burgundy jacket

Burgundy and Denim

Denim is the easiest everyday pairing. Burgundy works with most denim washes, from light blue to dark indigo. With full-length jeans, let the hem fall cleanly over ankle boots. With cropped jeans, leave a small gap of ankle or wear a thin sock in a dark shade.

Burgundy and Khaki or Olive

Khaki and olive are earthy, so they give burgundy a relaxed, grounded feel. An olive utility jacket or khaki trousers with burgundy ankle boots works well for weekends.

Burgundy and Pink

Soft pink with burgundy is the most fashion-led option. Wear them in the same outfit, such as a pale pink jumper with burgundy boots, for a tonal look that still has contrast.

Burgundy vs Maroon vs Oxblood: What's the Difference?

Burgundy, maroon and oxblood all sit in the same deep red family, and retailers use the names in different ways. As a rough guide:

Shade	How it often looks
Burgundy	Deep red that may lean slightly purple, like red wine
Maroon	Deep red that may lean slightly brown
Oxblood	Often the darkest, a brownish red close to dark leather
Wine	Usually close to burgundy; the name varies by brand

Lighting, material and photography all change how a colour looks, so suede may appear softer and darker than smooth or glossy leather in the same shade. At Saint G UK, each product is labelled by its own finish, which is why you'll see both burgundy and maroon boots. These descriptions are useful styling guides rather than fixed colour standards, and retailers may use the names differently. The most reliable guide is the colour name and the photos on each product page. Styling-wise, all four shades pair with the same colours listed above.

How to Wear Burgundy Ankle Boots

Burgundy ankle boots are the easiest way to start. Wear them with blue or black jeans, tailored trousers, or a midi dress with opaque tights.

Weekend: straight-leg jeans, a cream knit and a camel coat.
Office: charcoal trousers that fall over the boot, with a fine-knit jumper.

Saint Edwina Burgundy Croc Embossed Vegan Leather Ankle Boots Croc-embossed vegan leather with a heel of approximately 8.5 cm and a boot height of approximately 19 cm. A good height to wear under straight trousers.

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How to Wear Burgundy Knee-High Boots

Knee-high boots are the easiest way to wear burgundy with skirts and dresses. Choose a midi hem that meets or covers the top of the boot, so there's little or no gap. A black or cream knit dress lets the boots be the only colour in the outfit.

With a midi skirt: Add a fine knit in cream, grey or black.
With jeans: pull the boots over slim jeans for a longer line in one colour.

Check the calf circumference before you order, as it varies by style. See our knee high boots sizing guide for how to measure.

Saint Emily Burgundy Croco Vegan Leather Knee High Boots Croc-embossed vegan leather with a pointed toe, a block heel of approximately 7.5 cm and a leather lining. The boot is approximately 48 cm tall.

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Saint Elexis Maroon Leather Knee High Boots Maroon leather with a stretch suede panel at the back, a zip, a heel of approximately 8 cm and a boot height of approximately 53 cm. The calf circumference is approximately 33 cm.

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Burgundy and Maroon Over-the-Knee and Thigh-High Boots

Over-the-knee boots work best with short hems: a mini skirt, a jumper dress or a shirt dress. The boot covers most of the leg, so keep the top half simple. In colder weeks, add opaque tights in black or a dark berry shade.

These styles are tall and close-fitting, so check the calf measurement against your own before you order, and use our women's size guide. For more outfit ideas, see our guide to dresses to wear with over-the-knee boots.

Saint Belinda Maroon Stretch Napa Thigh High Boots Maroon stretch napa with a back lace-tie at the top, an inside zip and a block heel of approximately 8 cm. The boot is approximately 63 cm tall, with a calf circumference of approximately 31 cm.

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Saint Primrose Maroon Stretch Napa Above The Knee Boots Maroon stretch napa with a kitten heel of approximately 6 cm, an inside zip and a tie at the top. The boot is approximately 60 cm tall, with a calf circumference of approximately 30 cm. It's the boot shown with the navy dress above.

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Smooth Leather, Suede or Croc-Embossed?

The finish changes how burgundy looks as much as the shade does.

Smooth leather and stretch napa: A clean, even colour that's easy to dress up.
Suede: A softer, matte finish that makes burgundy look deeper. Suede marks more easily in the wet, so keep it for dry days.
Croc-embossed: Adds texture and catches the light, so keep the rest of the outfit simple.
Vegan leather: Check each product page for exactly what it's made from.

Whichever finish you choose, follow the care instructions on the product page.

Burgundy Boots for Parties and Evening Outfits

For evenings, burgundy boots work especially well with black and with gold jewellery. A black slip dress or black wide-leg trousers with burgundy heeled boots is a simple party outfit, and works just as well for Christmas drinks as for a dinner later in the year. For more contrast, try a deep purple or plum dress with maroon boots.

Saint Belinda maroon thigh-high boots with a purple satin print dress

Saint Chloé Wine Print Leather Kitten Heel Ankle Boots Wine leather with a high-shine finish, a strap detail at the ankle and a kitten heel. It slips on.

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Ready to find your pair? Browse our ankle boots, knee high boots and over-the-knee boots.

FAQ's

Black, navy, grey, cream, camel, brown, denim, khaki and soft pink all work with burgundy boots. Black gives the sharpest contrast, navy and grey keep the look understated, and cream and denim are the easiest choices for everyday outfits.

Yes. Black and burgundy is one of the most polished pairings. Wear burgundy knee-high boots with a black knit dress, or burgundy ankle boots with black trousers. Gold jewellery works well with both.

Yes. Navy and burgundy are both deep shades, so they look rich together without clashing. A navy dress, coat or jumper with burgundy boots is a quieter alternative to black.

Yes. Brown and burgundy are both warm, so they suit autumn outfits. Try burgundy boots with a chocolate brown coat or a tan bag and belt, and keep the rest of the outfit neutral.

Not quite, but they're close. Both are deep reds. Burgundy often leans slightly purple, while maroon often leans slightly brown. Retailers use the names differently, so check the photos on each product page.

Oxblood is usually darker and browner than burgundy, closer to a dark leather shade. Burgundy tends to look more like red wine. Both pair with the same colours: black, navy, grey, cream and denim.

A midi skirt or dress whose hem meets or covers the top of the boot is the easiest pairing. Black, cream and grey knitwear all work well. Burgundy knee-high boots can also be pulled over slim jeans.

Black opaque tights are the easiest choice for most outfits. Tights in a dark berry or burgundy shade matched to the boot give one continuous colour from hem to toe.