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Why Amal Clooney's Go-To Color Deserves A Spot In Your Closet

by Julia Weiner
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Regardless of your wardrobe, it's easy to fall into a style rut as soon as cold-weather season hits. Read: wearing color feels like a chore. That's why your first step in adding some life to your fall and winter lineup should start with a few cues from Amal Clooney's burgundy dresses.

Clooney isn't afraid to wear with a pop of color — who could forget her bright-yellow dress at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's wedding? — but, lately, she's been playing favorites with a rich, burgundy hue in a handful of dresses and jumpsuits.

While the average person's calendar may not be chalk full of red carpet events, movie premieres, and galas galore, fall and winter also mean company parties, family gatherings, and other social happenings that require dressy attire. What used to call for your over-worn little black dress, can now be the perfect excuse to play around with a celebrity-inspired outfit formula — and an easy one at that.

In the spirit of shaking things up this fall (your black sweater and jeans could use a little break), scroll through for Clooney's very-best burgundy outfits. And, if you're looking to cop her look yourself, The Zoe Report rounded up the prettiest burgundy picks on the market right now — all inspired by Clooney's epic wardrobe.

The Velvet Dress

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In June, Clooney was photographed in a burgundy, velvet gown at the WAAAUB UK Chapter Gala Dinner in London. The dress featured a stunningly simple silhouette, which she glamorized with her voluminous, old Hollywood-inspired waves and chandelier earrings.

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The Jumpsuit

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Jumpsuits provide all the comfort of pants, while still remaining just as sophisticated as a dress. This one-piece-wonder is perfect for dancing the night away, or giving your legs a little extra warmth while hitting the town on a brisk, fall evening.

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The Embellished Dress

Amal Clooney is no stranger to a little sparkle. Following the 2018 Met Gala in New York City, Clooney made a quick change and headed to the after party in a long-sleeve, burgundy gown topped with plenty of embellishments. Clooney paired the statement dress with a matching satin clutch and her signature loose waves.

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