December Color of the Month: Burgundy Vin d’Hiver

A celebratory shade for a season of warmth, gathering, and winter magic.

December is a month of sparkle, warmth, celebration and the perfect time to highlight our December color of the month Burgundy Vin d’Hiver. This rich, wine-inspired shade (#800020) captures the essence of cozy winter nights, festive gatherings, and elegant holiday décor. Deep, luxurious, and layered with subtle plum undertones, Burgundy Vin d’Hiver brings both sophistication and seasonal cheer to your interiors, styling, and design projects this holiday season.

A rich, wintered burgundy with wine-soaked depth and a subtle plum warmth, Burgundy Vin d’Hiver (#800020) feels like the clink of crystal glasses, like velvet ribbon on a beautifully wrapped gift, like a slow-simmered warmth against the cold. This is a shade rooted in heritage, celebration, and the quiet luxury of winter.

Why Burgundy Vin d’Hiver?

December’s energy calls for a color that feels festive yet refined, emotionally rich, layered, and comforting. That’s why Burgundy Vin d’Hiver earns its place as the December color of the month.

It reflects:

Seasonal Richness

The tone echoes mulled wine, winter berries, and the deep red glow of holiday décor. It brings warmth to neutral interiors and offers a touch of sophistication to seasonal styling.

Celebratory Spirit

The wine inspiration is intentional: December is a month of gatherings toasting to the year, reconnecting with loved ones, celebrating small wins and meaningful traditions. The December color of the month Burgundy embodies that sense of shared joy and festive elegance.

Winter Depth

Where lighter reds can feel playful or summery, this burgundy leans into winter’s richness. It’s grounded, grown-up, and full of quiet drama; perfect for the introspective close of the year.

The Story Behind the Name

Vin d’Hiver translates to “Winter Wine.” The name captures both the color and the emotion:

• Vin (Wine) gives us notes of cabernet, black cherry, aged oak barrels, and the artistry of winemaking.
• Hiver (Winter) roots it in the season highlighting crisp nights, celebratory rituals, cozy interiors, rich textures.

Together, Burgundy Vin d’Hiver becomes more than a hue. It’s a feeling of one steeped in heritage, warmth, and the sort of timeless elegance December calls for.

Design Inspiration: How to Use Burgundy Vin d’Hiver

Burgundy is a surprisingly versatile tone when styled intentionally. Here are a few ways the color elevates winter design:

1. Holiday Styling with Depth

Use Burgundy Vin d’Hiver as a high-contrast accent against evergreen foliage, brass candleholders, or winter whites. It adds instant richness without overwhelming a space.

2. Cozy Textural Accents

Think:

• velvet throw pillows
• wool or boucle blankets
• ribbed ceramic vases
• suede ornaments

The deeper the texture, the more this burgundy comes to life.

3. Luxe Tabletop Moments

For holiday dinners or winter gatherings, incorporate this shade through:

• wine-colored napkins
• stoneware plates with burgundy glazing
• mulled wine in clear glass
• a cluster of burgundy taper candles

It feels elevated, continental, and winter-romantic.

4. Elevated Everyday Neutrals

Pair with soft winter neutrals like bone, ecru, oat milk, or greige to keep the palette refined. Burgundy Vin d’Hiver becomes the anchor color that gives the room gravity and mood.

The December Palette

Pair Burgundy Vin d’Hiver with:

• Winter Pearl – a soft white with a hint of warmth
• Cedar Smoke – a muted forest green
• Vintage Gold – for festive metallic depth
• Mulberry Mist – a diffused plum
• Frosted Taupe – grounding, neutral, effortless

This palette is elegant enough for everyday living but festive enough to carry through the holiday season.

The Emotional Meaning of Burgundy Vin d’Hiver

Every December, we step into a season that’s equal parts celebration and reflection. This color mirrors that beautifully:

• Warmth in the cold
• Connection when gathering
• Comfort in traditions
• Depth when looking inward
• Hope for what comes next

Burgundy Vin d’Hiver is the visual expression of that moment, the perfect ending and beginning.

Final Thoughts

To close out 2025, the December color of the month Burgundy invites us to slow down, savor the richness around us, and celebrate beauty in all its depths. Whether you use it in décor, styling, or simply as inspiration for your winter moodboard, this color is ideal for the month ahead.

Here’s to a season of light, warmth, and winter wine.
Cheers to December.