Burgundy became a prominent feature of Meghan Markle’s autumn wardrobe when the Duchess of Suss*x wore a coordinated outfit during a visit to Nottingham with Prince Harry on October 15, 2026. Her clothing choices highlighted this deep red shade as an alternative to traditional black and navy while the couple attended a youth and community charity.
According to reports, Markle combined a high-waisted, slim-fit midi skirt by The Fold London with a brown-toned turtleneck and an oversized, single-breasted coat in a matching shade by Joseph. Simple court shoes by Jennifer Chamandi and jewelry completed the outfit as the couple greeted members of the public outside the organization. The color sits between cherry red and oxblood, taking its name from France’s Burgundy wine region. Its appearance across recent autumn collections has established it as a popular option for outerwear, knitwear, leather pieces, and satin garments.
A Nostalgic Return to Nottingham
The visit marked the couple’s return to a city that holds special significance in their relationship. It was in Nottingham that Meghan and Prince Harry made their first joint public outing on December 1, 2017, just four days after announcing their engagement. For that historical appearance nearly nine years prior, Meghan had also worn pieces by the British brand Joseph, creating a subtle nod to her royal debut.
The October 15, 2026, outing served as their first official joint public appearance since returning to the U.K. in August with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Crowds gathered to welcome the couple as they carried out a series of charitable engagements across the city.
Full Itinerary of Community Engagements
During their day in Nottingham, the Duke and Duchess of Suss*x undertook three key community and charitable visits:
- Community Recording Studio (CRS): Located in St Ann’s, the facility provides young people with access to creative activities, sports, and mentoring. Meghan joined young girls for a confidence-building workshop, while Prince Harry met with local musicians and poets.
- Himmah Hub: A community organization focused on tackling food poverty. The visit included a cooking class and packing food-parcel donations, reconnecting Meghan with women from the Hubb Community Kitchen network.
- Epic Partners: An organization that supports children, young people, and families in the St Ann’s and Sneinton areas through youth work, sport, mentoring, and education.
The Rise of Burgundy in Autumn Fashion 2026
Designers heavily incorporated burgundy into their Autumn/Winter 2026 collections, with appearances across the runways of major fashion houses including Elie Saab, Max Mara, and Julien Dossena. Balenciaga also featured the shade after opening its show with all-black outfits, demonstrating how the rich color can seamlessly complement a neutral wardrobe.
Fashion commentators noted that Meghan’s choice of an all-British designer ensemble underscored a shift toward sophisticated, polished autumnal dressing as she balances her family life, her lifestyle brand As Ever, and potential future projects.
