If you need something a little softer in terms of color, skew to burgundy or pink shades instead of a bright red. In an office setting, bright red can be distracting.

#3 Casual Button Downs

Casual button downs work well in red. That’s because you can choose to wear solid red shirts in softer materials like linen or go for patterned shirts.

My favorite way to style a bold red shirt is to leave it unbuttoned and throw on a good contrasting or complimentary tee underneath. 

#4 Dress Shirts

Let’s cut to the chase, do not buy a fire hydrant red shirt for the office. It’s going to be way too much.

This is where you can explore different patterns with more subtle shades of red. They’ll add a great pop under a suit, or on their own with tailored slacks.

#5 Sweaters

Burgundy is a great choice when it comes to sweaters. A bright red sweater can lead you into ugly holiday territory.

This goes for thick and thin sweaters. If you’re doing some layering, try a half zip or v-neck sweater in a darker shade of burgundy with a white oxford underneath. It’s a look that never fails.

#6 Jackets and Outerwear

Although a statement jacket is always a good way to add some variety and stand out, I wouldn’t recommend the brightest red here.

My go-to choice is a burgundy bomber jacket. It’s a classic jacket style with a nice twist when in burgundy.

Jackets with structure are an easy way to make an outfit feel more styled without too much effort. Bomber jackets look good on everyone.

#7 Topcoats & Overcoats

A burgundy overcoat is a real statement piece. It’s also one that will serve you in casual and formal settings. 

It will pair with darker neutrals and brighter warm tones as well as your go-to business casual outfit.

#8 Sports Coats and Blazers

Yes, it is possible to wear a red sports coat or blazer. Since it’s likely that you’ll be wearing these jackets for dressier events, you should ask yourself if a bright red sports coat is right for you.