Burgundy Wedding Theme: Deep, Romantic & Elegant

Burgundy is the color of candlelit dinners and deep autumn vineyards — romantic, a little moody, and undeniably elegant. If you want a wedding palette with real depth and warmth, few colors do it better. Here's how to build a burgundy celebration your guests won't forget.

Why burgundy feels so romantic

Burgundy is a deep, wine-inspired red with just enough brown and purple in it to feel grown-up rather than bright. That richness reads as luxurious in almost any setting, and it's especially stunning in the golden, low light of a fall or winter evening. It's a color that pairs beautifully with candles, velvet, and lush seasonal blooms like dahlias and ranunculus.

Building the palette

Burgundy plays well with warm and cool partners alike:

• Burgundy + blush + gold for a soft, romantic contrast.
• Burgundy + navy + greenery for a moody, garden-meets-formal feel.
• Burgundy + cream + dusty rose for a vintage, autumnal look.

Add texture with velvet ribbon, brass or gold accents, and deep-toned florals to make the whole scheme feel intentional.

Matching your dog to the theme

A burgundy bow tie is the perfect way to bring your pup into a fall wedding palette. Our handmade options:

• The Burgundy Ring Bearer Dog Bow Tie Collar is our go-to for fall weddings and proposals, sized M–XXL with many collar colors.
• The Burgundy Polka Dot Bow Tie adds a little playful personality while staying right on palette.
• For a rustic, textured look, the Brown & Burgundy Plaid Bow Tie pairs beautifully with autumn foliage and warm wood tones.

Each is handmade on an adjustable vegan-leather collar, so your dog looks the part and stays comfortable all day.

Dress the wedding party to match

For the groom, groomsmen, dads, and kids, Handmade Bow Tie's Burgundy & Red collection has matching handmade bow ties in the same wine tones — then coordinate the dog's collar to complete the look.

The takeaway

Burgundy brings instant romance and warmth to a wedding, especially in fall and winter. Layer it with velvet, candlelight, and deep florals — then let your dog join the celebration in a matching wine-toned bow tie.