I will be posting Christmas season outfit inspiration Mon, Tues, Wed, and Thurs of this week (with Where Bloggers Live on Fri). Come back tomorrow for more outfit ideas.
Red is a great Christmas color that doesn't have to be paired with black to be effective. Other neutrals, semi-neutrals, and accent colors can work well in a red holiday season outfit. Note that "red" doesn't have to mean just true holly red....you can vary the shade to red-orange, brick red, maroon, etc. Use red as a dominant color or as a pop of color against a neutral background. Incorporate seasonal textures like suede, velvet, faux fur, tweed, leather, and sweater knits...or not. Go all-in with touches of green and/or Christmas motif prints/jewelry or keep the nod to the season more subtle.
Here are 17 outfits from my previous OOTD, this time with red sweaters, tops, or vests suitable across a range of temperatures/weather and occasions for some Christmas season outfit inspiration. (Of course red-based looks work outside the holiday season, too...so pin any outfits for future inspiration.)
Red + Brown


Red + Grey





Red + Olive

Red + Navy/Denim/Dark Blue









What is your favorite color to pair with red at this time of year?
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Wonderful outfits! I love your black pinstripe slacks. My favorite color to wear with red this time of year is black. Such a dramatic combination as a number of your outfits demonstrate.
Michelle
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You wear red so well. I love the short sleeved jumper with the two front pockets, great layering piece!
Emma xxx
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I like the use of accent colours in your outfits, Sally. Red pants look great on you. Thank you for sharing these gorgeous styles. Anna
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Sally, these are all such wonderful combinations. You make red and its cousins quite versatile! I am not a fan of true red and have very little of it in my closet. I usually go with black or grey when I do wear it. I'm not sure why I don't like it that much...maybe it intimidates me? I need to explore this a bit!
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I always like the burgundy as an option like you've shown Sallly
OOXX Jodie