Burgundy & Co.: The 5 Autumn Colors to Knit in 2025 – plus Yarn Picks

As leaves turn and days shorten, we naturally reach for warm tones. On the needles this autumn are deep hues that bring elegance, coziness, and style. Burgundy is the timeless leader—but it's joined by four other shades shaping Fall 2025. 

🎨 The 5 Trend Colors & Yarn Picks

1. 🍷 Burgundy – deep & timeless

👉 Europe:

• Drops Merino Extra Fine – Bordeaux (affordable merino)

• Malabrigo Worsted – "041 Burgundy" (luxury hand-dyed merino)

👉 USA/UK:

• Stylecraft Special DK – Burgundy (UK acrylic classic)

• Lion Brand Wool-Ease / Classic Burgundy (USA staple)

2. 🌰 Chestnut Brown – natural warmth

👉 Europe:

• Lana Grossa Cool Wool (Merino, versatile)

• Lang Yarns Merino 120 – Brown tone

👉 USA/UK:

• West Yorkshire Spinners Morris DK (UK earthy shades)

• Debbie Bliss British Wool Aran (UK heritage wool)

3. 🌾 Mustard Yellow – golden accent

👉 Europe:

• Filcolana Peruvian Highland Wool – Mustard

• Hobbii Diablo – Mustard (fluffy mohair blend)

👉 USA/UK:

• Paintbox Yarns Wool Blend Super Chunky (UK)

• Lion Brand Hometown – Mustard (USA bold chunky yarn)

4. 🌌 Midnight Blue – moody elegance

👉 Europe:

• Drops Fabel – Navy Blue (sock/versatile yarn)

• Lana Grossa Meilenweit Merino – Dark Blue

👉 USA/UK:

• West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft Aran – Dark Blue (UK)

• Stylecraft Special DK – Navy (UK staple)

5. 🌿 Sage Green – soft & calm

👉 Europe:

• Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine 85 – Sage Green

• Lang Yarns Merino 120 – Pastel Green

👉 USA/UK:

• Stylecraft Special DK – Sage Green (UK)

• Lion Brand Wool-Ease – Sage shades (USA)

🧶 Mix & Match Combos

• Burgundy + Sage = elegant & fresh

• Mustard + Midnight Blue = bold & modern

• Chestnut + Burgundy = tonal warmth

📖 A Little History

In the 19th century, burgundy was reserved for elites due to its expensive dye. Today, we knit it in accessible yarns from Drops to Lion Brand. 

🍂 My Takeaway

Autumn colors are more than a passing trend – they are a reflection of mood, season, and timeless style. With Burgundy & Co. on your needles, and yarns available from Europe, the USA, and the UK, you can knit the warmth of Fall 2025 into every stitch. 

📣 Which color will be on your needles this year? 

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Autumn 2025 is colorful and global: with yarns from Europe, the USA, and the UK, Burgundy & Co. are on your needles worldwide.  

With love,
Kathrin 

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