How to Wear Red: 5 Easy Ways to Add This Bold Color to Your Wardrobe

From deep cherry to fiery tomato, here’s how to make red work for you in SS25.

According to the Guardian, Red is having a major moment in fashion, and whether you’re into deep cherry hues or bright tomato shades, there’s a perfect red for everyone. If you’re wondering how to make this statement color work for you, we’ve got you covered! Here are five stylish ways on how to wear red into your everyday outfits.

1. Keep It Cool with Denim & Neutrals

Team a red look with denim and neutral accessories.’ Jacket £39.50, marksand spencer.com. Necklace £125, Rachel Jackson (anthropologie.com). T-shirt £42, arket.com. Skirt £80, damsonmadder.com. Initial bracelet, £88, monicavinader.com. Bag £149, dunelondon.com. Sandals £45.99, mango.com

If you’re not used to wearing red, ease into it by pairing it with denim and neutral accessories. A red skirt or tee with a classic blue denim jacket keeps things stylish without feeling overpowering. Gold jewelry and brown leather accents bring everything together effortlessly.

2. Try a Darker Shade for a Subtle Touch

Red doesn’t have to be over- bearing: choose a darker tone.’ Necklace £149, missoma.com. Riley trench £199, whistles.com. T-shirt £96, aninebing.com. Jeans £185, meandem.com. Shoes £265, bobbies.com. Bag £365, sezane.com

Not a fan of bright red? No worries! Opt for a deeper tone like burgundy or oxblood. A pair of red trousers with a classic trench coat and simple white tee makes for a chic, put-together look. Add gold jewelry and a structured bag for that extra polish.

3. Use Accessories for a Pop of Color

Accessories are a great way to work bright colour into your look.’ Bag £290, coperniparis.com. Shirt £145, essentiel-antwerp.com. Jeans £69.95, massimodutti.com. Ring £40, lulucopenhagen.co.uk. Bracelet £80, tillysveaas.co.uk. Pumps £375, lemondeberyl.com

Not ready to commit to red clothing? Accessories are your best friend! A red handbag, bold earrings, or even a statement bracelet can instantly lift an outfit. Try pairing a striped shirt and denim with red pumps or a bright crossbody bag for a stylish pop.

4. Go Bold with High-Shine Vinyl

Go all in with high-shine vinyl fora statement look.’ Aquamarine necklace £300, astridandmiyu.com. Vintage jacket £175, Courrèges (rokit.co.uk). Vest £125, jwanderson.com. Earrings £65, essentiel-antwerp.com. Vinyl trousers £165, kitristudio.com. Trainers £199, Camper x SUNNEI (camper.com). Bag £280, charlesjeffreyloverboy.com

Feeling daring? Make a statement with glossy red vinyl pieces! A pair of red vinyl trousers paired with a structured jacket and chunky sneakers is the ultimate street-style look. Keep the rest of your outfit neutral to let the red shine.

5. Swap Your Black Leather Jacket for a Red One

Swap your classic black leather jacket for a bold red one.’ Sunglasses £65, lespecs.com. Earrings £235, edgeofember.com. Jacket £134.99, debenhams.com. Skirt £59.40, karenmillen.com. Bag £325, nanushka.com. Boots £475, staud.clothing

Black leather jackets are timeless, but why not switch it up with a red biker jacket? Pair it with a simple black skirt and knee-high boots for an edgy, fashion-forward vibe. Add some oversized sunglasses and gold accessories to complete the look.

Final Thoughts on How to Wear Red

Red is bold, confident, and totally wearable when styled right. Whether you go all-in with red vinyl or just add a splash with accessories, there’s a way for everyone to rock this trend. How will you be wearing red this season? Let us know in the comments!