How Jamie Chung Mastered High-Low Fashion: A Masterclass in Burgundy Footwear

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Jamie Chung has long been a reference point for mixing high-end designer pieces with accessible street-style finds.

A prime example of this balanced approach occurred in August 2015 at Sephora in Beverly Hills, where she appeared for a Make Up For Ever campaign alongside model Andreja Pejic. The look remains a textbook study in color coordination and texture.

Jamie Chung ties her entire look together with a deep burgundy lip that mirrors her lace-up heels, adding warmth and polish to the graphic striped knitJamie Chung ties her entire look together with a deep burgundy lip that mirrors her lace-up heels, adding warmth and polish to the graphic striped knit at the Make Up For Ever event held at Sephora in Beverly Hills on August 12, 2015 (Credit: WENN)

The centerpiece of her outfit wasn’t a runway exclusive, but rather a pair of burgundy suede lace-up shoes from Topshop.

Jamie Chung sharpens a striped knit and pleated midi skirt with burgundy lace-up heels, using the rich tone to tie her lip color and accessories into one cohesive, high-contrast lookJamie Chung sharpens a striped knit and pleated midi skirt with burgundy lace-up heels, using the rich tone to tie her lip color and accessories into one cohesive, high-contrast look

By matching her footwear to a deep berry lip, Chung demonstrated how a single color story can ground an eclectic mix of patterns and fabrics.

A closer look at her burgundy suede lace-up booties reveals the cutout lattice design that elongates the foot while the open toe and slim heel keep the silhouette light and modernA closer look at her burgundy suede lace-up booties reveals the cutout lattice design that elongates the foot while the open toe and slim heel keep the silhouette light and modern

Jamie is always upfront about her style choices, which makes her a very relatable fashion icon.

Not only does she promote practicality by wearing lower-end brands, but she also unashamedly re-wears pieces that she’s previously been photographed in.

Stopping for selfies with fans, Jamie’s look holds its impact from every angle—her wine-toned heels anchoring the graphic stripes with a warm, polished finishStopping for selfies with fans, Jamie’s look holds its impact from every angle—her wine-toned heels anchoring the graphic stripes with a warm, polished finish

For the MUFE event, Jamie re-wore her Proenza Schouler pleated skirt but gave it a fresh take by coupling it with a Givenchy sweater.

Jamie Chung shows off her heavy makeup by Make Up For Ever and her long dark wavesJamie Chung shows off her heavy makeup by Make Up For Ever and her long, dark waves at a promotional event (Credit: Jamie Chung’s Instagram)

Burgundy Shoes That Make Every Outfit Feel More Intentional

Jamie Chung’s wine-toned Topshop heels show why burgundy remains such a powerful styling tool: it feels richer than classic red, softer than black, and polished enough to tie together makeup, texture, and print.

For more ways celebrities have used the shade to sharpen everything from press-tour looks to holiday dressing, explore these standout burgundy shoe and fashion moments.

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