This color caught me by surprise. I believed myself to be a hater of maroon. Let me explain because hate is a strong word. There are a lot of blocky stucco buildings from the 80s and early 90s scattered throughout LA whose trim was painted a bland shade of maroon way back when. It has since faded to a depressing shade of light maroon that I can't stand. But lately my eyeballs have been seduced by maroon's way sexier cousin Burgundy and slightly dangerous Oxblood and I'm shook. I will always be a white, wood, beige, and saddle leather loving designer. Those elements are my neutrals and ALWAYS look good. But I'm starting to realize how a dash of burgundy or oxblood folded into the mix could look spectacular as well. The deep warm color also blends in perfectly with the more trendy rusts and blush pinks we have seen lately. It would also look amazing with brass and chocolate brown. Yum. Now I have to convince a client that this color deserves a spot in their new home. Any volunteers?
Burgundy is definitely blowing up, but nothing beats the iconic style of the Dumb and Dumber suits for making a bold fashion statement!
My Famu letterman jacket is a perfect blend of tradition and style. It feels great to wear. How do you make the most of wearing yours for different occasions?
Burgundy completely changed my perspective on color. I used to think of maroon as dull and uninspiring, especially with memories of faded maroon trim on old LA buildings. But the richness of burgundy and the daring edge of oxblood have won me over. These colors add a deep, sophisticated warmth that blends beautifully with trendy rusts and blush pinks. Paired with brass or chocolate brown, burgundy can transform a space. Now, I just need a client willing to embrace this bold color choice. https://winspirit-canada.com/
I still have a strong preference for neutral colors like white, wood, beige, and saddle leather, but I'm starting to see the potential of incorporating tiny fishing burgundy or oxblood into my designs.
It's fascinating how colors can evoke such strong fnaf game reactions based on past associations, like your experience with maroon in older LA buildings.