What is the color "Burgundy"?

Although the main colors are only three - red, yellow and blue, there are many mixed colors and even more varied shades. All together they make our world more beautiful, more complex and more interesting. In this article we will talk about one of them.

The color of the "Burgundy" is what?

He belongs to the family of the Reds. He is distinguished by royal chic and nobility. From him he breathes with expression and courage, subtlety and depth. The so-called "Burgundy" color is a dark and rich shade of ruby red. They call it the color of vintage wine.

The name refers to the region in the eastern part of France, which in the Middle Ages was a separate kingdom, then a duchy. It was here in the VI century BC. E. Under generous sun, grapes of beautiful ruby and purple hues were grown, from which then wine with a mild and noble taste was obtained. From the name of the berry and drink comes the name of an interesting royal paint.

What is the symbolism of color?

In the language of flowers, the buds of roses, tulips, lilies or pions of this rich shade symbolize admiration for beauty.

In general, the color of Burgundy wine means prosperity, satisfaction, generosity, nobility. It can be symbolically connected with wisdom and experience, but also with youth and passion.

People who like this color, are characterized by cheerfulness, the desire for vivid impressions, unusual discoveries and thrills. They are confident in themselves and strive to live a full life, perfectionism is not alien to them.

In clothes: with what combination?

This color is very good to wear warm autumn, then your outfit will be in harmony with the bright colors of nature. It looks good in winter, when everything around is lifeless, and outerwear is often boring and monotonous. To revitalize it will help an accessory of a rich wine color. It is remarkable that it is suitable for almost any type of appearance, especially for those with golden, chestnut or dark hair, and the skin - pale or swarthy.

The color "Burgundy" most often decorates products made of leather, suede, fur, wool, silk and velvet. Look great in such shades of outerwear, furs, evening dresses, classic cut trousers, skirts and jackets, blazers, negligees, underwear, as well as shoes, bags, scarves and much more. There is even a sportswear of this color, so it is popular. It was one of the actual shades of the fashionable autumn-winter season of 2013.

If you get a thing of royal color, it's time to find out which clothes you can put on. Particularly advantageous will look black, white, beige, brown, mustard, olive, gray. Adornments made of wood, bone, metal and red and pink stones will suit your dress .

But do not think that this color is used only in solemn and official outfits. Everyday clothes can also be enlivened with a bright detail of this ripe wine shade. A scarf, handbag, hat, belt, large earrings - all this is perfect for creating a stylish female image.

In the interior: how to apply?

Burgundy is a royal color. And that it looked good, it should not be too much. Even if you like it very much, do not get too carried away by it, but use it only to emphasize the interior detail.

If the room interior is oriental, vintage, art deco or bohemian, it will be very harmonious look details, painted in the color "Burgundy". The photo below demonstrates this.

In general, in order to understand how much this bright paint can be in the room, it is necessary to estimate its size. The smaller the room, the less the amount of color we are considering should be present. It is also important that the remaining shades in the room are less bright.

Where else can you meet?

"Burgundy" - a color that is found not only in clothing and interior, but also in many other areas of design. Here are some examples:

• Shades of lipstick, eye shadow, hair dye and other cosmetics;
• home textiles;
• dishes;
• Facing tiles and other similar materials;
• The color of the body of mobile devices, laptops, household appliances, etc .;
• Color in the design of cars.

The color of Burgundy wine will help to place accents in both fashionable attire and in the original interior. Skillfully using this shade in the garments, you can create a unique romantic, strict or chic style. Adding such color spots in the design of the room, you can emphasize the individual details and give the room a unique, unique features. Items of home textiles and interior decoration materials, having a wine tint, give a chic to any apartment or house. The main thing is to observe the measure, because in a large number such a shade "heavens" the situation. Cars painted in this color look particularly elegant and representative. The hulls of mobile electronics and household appliances, made in Burgundy color, look stylish and attract attention.

Thus, the "Burgundy" - for those who love originality, nobility, emotionality and luxury.