"If you're afraid of color, wine is a good way to dip your toe in. It looks fantastic with gray, camel, and black—and fresh with brights." —O creative director Adam Glassman
Fun Facts: How to tell your shades apart? Burgundy is a deep red, claret is a purplish red, and maroon is a brownish crimson.
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Plush touches—gold-toned hardware, braided details—make this pebbled leather bag an instant classic. Michael Michael Kors, $278; 866-709-5677
Ankle booties are evening-worthy with peekaboo straps and a subtle sheen. Alexandre Birman, $995; AlexandreBirman.com for stores
Red beads look fabulous with a white button-down. R.J. Graziano, $85; 212-685-3737
With room for your PDA, lipstick, and credit card, this leopard cross-body bag is perfect for a day of weekend errands. Coach, $198; Coach.com
Exotic drops get an extra dose of drama in a ruby shade. Joan Rivers for QVC, $22; QVC.com
Burgundy pony hair contrasts beautifully with red suede in this classic platform. Ann Taylor, $228; AnnTaylor.com
A claret-colored face gives the boyfriend watch a feminine twist. Brera Orologi, $800; NeimanMarcus.com
Jazz up a plain tee with maroon bangles. Ben-Amun, $128 for medium, $178 for large, Henri Bendel; 800-423-6335
