How to incorporate a pop of red in your wardrobe, according to street style

Few colours turn heads like a pop of red. The primary hue associated with passion and confidence is the instant energy boost your wardrobe needs—especially during the fall and winter, when the sombre mood outside often gets expressed in a neutrals-heavy style. Whether it’s a cherry-toned patent pump, à la Stella McCartney, or a zip-up knit from Tory Burch, red adds spark to even the most monochromatic palette.

On the fall/winter 2025 runways, red made a bold statement, from the glossy shoes at Ferragamo and Gucci to the red separates seen at Bally and Fendi to the tonal ensembles seen at Miu Miu, Valentino and Saint Laurent.

There’s no single formula for pulling the colour off—it’s all about seizing the moment and incorporating it as you would another neutral. This past Fashion Month, editors and insiders doubled down on the trend, proving that when it comes to personal style, a pop of red goes a long way. Whether it’s a cherry-coloured boot peeking out from a monochromatic outfit or a simple red turtleneck layered underneath a V-neck knit, below are seven outfit ideas on how to style red right now.

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The Red Boot

Do as Linda Fargo, SVP, fashion director and store presentation of Bergdorf Goodman, and brighten up neutrals like a black and white checked blazer and black maxi skirt with a pair of red boots. Subtle extras, like a bold red lip, matching manicure, and patterned silk scarf with hints of red, tie the look together.

Self-Portrait- Hundstooth oversized blazer

Everlane- The Dream maxi skirt

Toteme- Bar 85 ankle boots

Janessa Leoné- structured top handle mini bag

Khaite- x Oliver Peoples 1983C

Burberry- Etched Knight silk scarf

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The Red Accessories

Take cues from Jalil Johnson and add unexpected bursts of colour in small doses: socks, jewellery, and bags are all fair game. The scattered pops bring dimension and playfulness to the look.

Zara- flowy Balloon pants

Don’t Let Disco- The Wrap & Go necklace

Cos- checked flannel shirt

Sophie Buhai- Teardrop embellished pouch

Bombas- cashmere rib calf socks

G.H. Bass- Weejuns mary jane loafers

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The Red Bag

Print clashing works when one colour acts as a red thread—in this case, it is the primary hue, found in the headscarf, handbag, and sarong of Vogue fashion market director Naomi Elizée’s NYFW look.

Dragon Diffusion- Bamboo Triple Jump small tote

Dries Van Noten- scarfy wrap skirt

The Frankie Shop- Peri striped shirt

Diane von Furstenberg- Flag silk scarf

Presley Oldham- Wisp pendant necklace

Favorite Daughter- The Favorite pants

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The Red Turtleneck

For just a peek of red, try pairing a red turtleneck under a V-neck or crewneck sweater—treat it as a neutral, and it will add an unexpected styling twist that becomes your new feel-good trick.

Loewe- Trompe l’œil sweater

ME+EM- sheer high neck top

Loulou de Saison- Sbiru straight-leg pants

Rare Carat- diamond stud earrings

Oakley- x Meta Vanguard sunglasses

Intentionally Blank- Carlton booties

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The Red Jacket

Sporty meets feminine in this funnel-neck jacket paired back to a white pencil skirt. Finish with a pair of loafers, sunglasses, and a silver bracelet for a look that is equal parts polished and effortless

Cordera- utility balloon jacket

James Allen- tennis bracelet

Skims- stretch turtleneck top

Dries Van Noten- Foulard Santal Greenery scarf

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The Red Button-Down

Swap out your white button-down for a crisp red button-down, and pair it with another fall favourite: the barn jacket. Top off with a gold chain necklace and brown trousers.

James Allen- light rolo chain necklace

Toteme- corduroy-trimmed coated-canvas jacket

Madewell- The Balloon pants

Celine Eyewear- oversized cat-eye optical glasses

Coach- classic buckle belt

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The Red Sweater Tied Around the Waist

Add a burst of colour to a minimalist ensemble by knotting a red knit around your waist or over your shoulders, whichever suits you best. Complete the moment by stacking on necklaces and a good pair of sunglasses.

Everlane- The Oversized blazer

Gap- modern rib henley T-shirt

Church’s- Prudence loafers

This story first appeared on Vogue.com.