Stylist’s Guide to FW 2025 Colors: Burgundy, Maroon & Brown on Repeat

The new season’s color story is both familiar and forward-looking. Stylists who pay attention will notice a fascinating continuity: deep reds and rich browns continue to dominate the fashion cycle. Burgundy, plum, maroon, and wine-like tones that were strong in Fall/Winter last year remain firmly in place for 2025 — and now they’re being joined by earthy browns in more prominent, versatile ways.

Why does this matter for you as a stylist? Because clients look to you for both freshness and confidence in what they wear. Understanding not just what is trending, but why it’s trending and how to integrate it into their wardrobe makes you an indispensable guide.

Where These Colors Are Emerging

Runways: Major fashion houses have doubled down on red’s commanding energy — from crimson gowns to oxblood tailoring. Browns have shifted from utility basics to luxury statements, appearing in leather, knitwear, and even evening looks.

Culture: Red represents empowerment, passion, and visibility — themes that continue to resonate in a post-pandemic world. Brown signals grounding, stability, and authenticity, all of which consumers crave amid uncertainty.

Tech & Media: From lipstick filters on social platforms to gaming avatars, these tones are being digitally amplified. AI-driven styling apps (and even algorithmic feeds) are pushing these palettes forward as aspirational and accessible.

How Stylists Can Use These Trends Strategically

1. Wardrobe Refresh Without Reinvention
   Show clients how to repurpose last year’s investments in burgundy or maroon by pairing them with this season’s fresh browns — camel, chocolate, or espresso. This keeps their look relevant without starting from scratch.

2. Seasonal Color Analysis Integration
   Reds and browns play differently across undertones. A plum lipstick can light up a cool winter client, while a warm terracotta blazer flatters autumn types. Stylists trained in modern color analysis gain a powerful edge here.

3. High/Low Styling
   Suggest splurge pieces in standout colors (like a statement coat in oxblood) and balance with accessible basics in neutral browns. This keeps clients on-trend without overwhelming their budget.

4. Storytelling in Style
   Every client wants to know not just what looks good, but why it matters now. By connecting colors to cultural moments — empowerment, authenticity, digital influence — you elevate your role from stylist to thought-leader.

Looking Ahead

While deep reds and browns dominate, watch for unexpected accents emerging in accessories and layering: metallics (especially copper), muted teals, and dusty pinks are quietly surfacing as complementary notes. These bridge last season’s palette with what’s next.

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