Burgundy is a beloved deep red, but it has a whole family of close cousins, each with a slightly different warmth or depth. If you want a shade like burgundy with a little more brown, purple, or drama, these are the colors to know.
This guide covers the best colors similar to burgundy, how each one differs, and a ready-to-use palette for every shade. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
The quick answer: colors like burgundy #
The six closest alternatives to burgundy are:
- Maroon, a browner, earthier deep red
- Wine, a soft, slightly purple red
- Oxblood, the darkest, most dramatic shade
- Merlot, a muted, sophisticated wine red
- Mulberry, a deep berry red-purple
- Bordeaux, a rich purple-leaning red
1. Maroon #
Maroon is burgundy’s browner, earthier cousin, a deep red with a warm, cozy quality. See more in our guide to what goes with maroon.
2. Wine #
Wine is a soft, slightly purple deep red, exactly the color of a glass of red wine. It feels refined and a touch gentler than burgundy. See more in our guide to what goes with wine.
3. Oxblood #
Oxblood is the deepest, most dramatic burgundy-like shade, a dark red-brown with serious moodiness. It is striking for fashion and bold interiors.
4. Merlot #
Merlot is a muted, sophisticated wine red, softer and a little dustier than burgundy. It feels elegant and understated.
5. Mulberry #
Mulberry is a deep berry red-purple, richer and cooler than burgundy. It has a jewel-like, slightly playful depth.
6. Bordeaux #
Bordeaux is a rich, purple-leaning deep red named after the wine region. It is luxurious and refined, with more purple than a classic burgundy.
How to choose the right shade #
Lean on the undertone: maroon for earthy warmth, wine and merlot for soft sophistication, oxblood for maximum drama, and mulberry or bordeaux when you want a cooler, more purple depth.
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