The Maroon Collection

There is a particular kind of beauty that arrives with fall. The light turns a little softer, the days invite a few more layers, and suddenly, the colors that felt too rich for summer become exactly what the season calls for. Deep burgundy. Warm maroon. Plum. Chocolate. A hint of gold. These are the shades that make a wardrobe feel collected rather than simply seasonal. They have a way of bringing together the familiar and the unexpected, creating pieces that feel just as appropriate for a crisp afternoon outdoors as they do for an evening worth dressing up for.

For Fall 2026, Brackish is bringing that feeling to life with the Maroon Collection, a thoughtfully considered assortment of handcrafted accessories for men and women. Inspired by the richness of the season, the architectural elegance of Art Deco design, and the beauty of natural materials, the collection brings together feather bow ties, pocket squares, jewelry, women's belts, and a new handbag silhouette.

It is one of our most complete fall launches to date, with each piece offering its own personality while contributing to a larger aesthetic story. At the heart of it all is a simple idea: the best accessories don't just finish an outfit. They help define it. From the organic character of our signature Plum Thicket Pin to the refined texture of a leather-wrapped clutch and the tactile appeal of a handcrafted shearling bag, every detail has a purpose. This your invitation to step inside the inspiration, craftsmanship, and thoughtful design behind the collection.

Every collection begins somewhere. For this one, it began with color. Maroon has a depth that makes it especially compelling for fall. Richer than a classic red and warmer than many traditional neutrals, it feels grounded, expressive, and endlessly versatile. It is the color of autumn leaves just before they fall, the last light of an October evening, and the beautiful patina of well-loved leather. It can feel traditional or modern depending on what you pair it with, making it a natural foundation for a collection designed to move between occasions.

For Brackish, maroon also creates an opportunity to explore the relationship between color and texture. A deep feather combination has a different character than a smooth leather surface. A metallic jewelry finish catches light differently than a matte accessory. A soft shearling texture introduces another dimension entirely. When these materials share a palette, the result feels connected without being overly coordinated.

That is the thinking behind our maroon accessories for Fall 2026. Rather than treating the color as a seasonal accent, we approached it as a common thread running through the entire collection. The result is a wardrobe of accessories that can be worn together, styled separately, or collected over time. A maroon bow tie with a classic navy suit. A leather-wrapped clutch with an understated evening look. Gold-toned jewelry against a cream sweater. A richly textured bag paired with tailored outerwear. Each combination offers a different interpretation of the same fall story.

The Maroon Collection also draws inspiration from the enduring appeal of Art Deco design. Emerging in the early twentieth century, Art Deco became known for its geometric forms, architectural lines, symmetry, and celebration of craftsmanship. It balanced ornament with structure, creating objects that felt luxurious without losing their sense of purpose. It is an aesthetic that continues to resonate because it understands something essential about good design: a little structure can make a beautiful detail even more compelling.

For Brackish, that idea translates naturally into accessories. We are drawn to the contrast between organic materials and intentional shapes. Feathers have their own patterns and movement. Leather develops character through its texture and finish. Metal creates a clean, reflective surface against which natural materials can stand out. Art Deco offers a way to bring those elements together. Rather than reproducing historical designs literally, the collection takes cues from the movement's balance of geometry, refinement, and visual interest. The emphasis is on considered details, strong silhouettes, and materials that reward a closer look.

These Art Deco fall accessories feel polished without being precious. They are designed for someone who appreciates the details but doesn't need an occasion to wear them. That balance is especially important in a collection that spans both men's and women's accessories. A bow tie, a cuff, a clutch, and a handbag may serve very different purposes, but each can share the same design sensibility. The common thread is not that every piece looks alike. It is that every piece feels considered.

Some of our most meaningful designs begin with a material that already has a story. The Plum Thicket Pin is one of them. Inspired by thorns foraged in upstate South Carolina by Brackish co-founder, the pin celebrates the beauty of something often overlooked. A thorn may seem like an unlikely source of inspiration, but its natural shape, irregular texture, and connection to the landscape give it a character that manufactured materials cannot replicate. There is a wonderful contrast in transforming something found in nature into an accessory traditionally associated with formal dressing. A lapel pin is a small detail. It sits quietly against a jacket, blazer, or hat, adding personality without changing the entire outfit.

The Plum Thicket Pin takes that familiar accessory and gives it a distinctly organic point of view. It feels equally at home with a sport coat, a field jacket, or a favorite hat. It can add a subtle finishing touch to a tailored look or bring a little unexpected character to more relaxed dressing. And because the pin draws from naturally occurring materials, its appeal lies partly in its individuality. Nature rarely repeats itself exactly. That is part of what makes these materials so compelling to work with.

Within the Maroon Collection, the Marty Plum Thicket Pin provides a meaningful connection to Brackish's roots. It reminds us that inspiration doesn't always arrive in a sketchbook or a showroom. Sometimes it begins with a walk outdoors and the decision to look a little closer. For anyone building a collection of handcrafted maroon accessories, it also offers a way to introduce the seasonal palette without relying entirely on color. The pin is a reminder that texture, material, and story can be just as important as the shade itself.

Color is only one part of the collection's story. Texture plays an equally important role. The leather-wrapped clutch introduces a different expression of fall luxury. Where feathers bring movement and natural variation, leather offers structure, tactility, and a more architectural finish.

The Le Marais Clutch in Maroon Peacock is an especially appealing accessory for fall because it bridges the gap between a statement piece and a practical wardrobe staple. The deeper color works with eveningwear but also pairs beautifully with more relaxed outfits. Wear it with a black dress for a classic combination, or let it stand out against cream, camel, or soft gray. For an autumn wedding, it can complement a patterned dress or a richly colored ensemble without feeling too seasonal to use again.

The leather-wrapped design adds another layer of interest. Its surface brings a tactile quality to the accessory, making the clutch feel like something to notice up close as well as from across the room. The overall effect is refined but not overly formal. It is the kind of piece that can move from a celebratory dinner to a wedding reception, then find its way into your wardrobe for another occasion entirely. For women looking for a leather-wrapped clutch for fall, the appeal is in that balance of beauty and versatility. It feels special enough for an occasion while remaining easy to style beyond it.

A collection becomes especially interesting when it introduces something genuinely new. For the Maroon Collection, that means a new shearling bag silhouette. Handbags offer a different kind of design challenge than smaller accessories. They must be beautiful, of course, but they also have to feel intuitive to carry, work with the wardrobe, and hold their own as part of an outfit.

The new Hillingdon Shearling Bag brings texture to the forefront. Shearling has a tactile quality that feels especially right for fall and winter. It adds softness and dimension, creating a contrast with the structured shapes and polished details that define the rest of the collection. That contrast is what makes it compelling. A bag can be functional and expressive at the same time. It can add interest to a simple outfit, complement a more elaborate look, or become the piece around which the rest of an ensemble is built. The shearling silhouette brings a fresh perspective to Brackish's expanding handbag assortment, while remaining connected to the brand's broader appreciation for natural materials and thoughtful craftsmanship.

For fall styling, consider pairing it with tailored wool outerwear, denim, suede, or knitwear. Let the texture of the bag provide contrast against smoother fabrics. It can also be an unexpected companion to a more polished outfit. A structured coat and simple dress, for example, create an interesting counterpoint to a tactile shearling accessory. The beauty of a new silhouette is that it invites new ways of dressing. And this one was designed with exactly that possibility in mind.

One of the most exciting parts of the Maroon Collection is the way the women's accessories work together. The earrings, cuffs, and handbags each have a distinct role, but they share a common design language rooted in color, texture, and the interplay between natural inspiration and refined form. This creates an opportunity to build a collection of pieces rather than purchase each accessory in isolation.

Start with one piece that feels particularly personal. Perhaps it's a pair of earrings that work with everything you own, or a clutch that immediately feels right for the occasions on your calendar. From there, consider what would complement it. A cuff can add another dimension without repeating the exact same visual detail. A handbag can carry the palette into everyday dressing. Earrings can bring a little more polish to an outfit that otherwise feels understated.

You don't need to wear everything at once. In fact, the collection is most interesting when the pieces are allowed to have their own moments. One day, the maroon clutch may be the only statement. Another day, the jewelry may take the lead. For a special occasion, several pieces can come together to create a more complete look. The point is flexibility. These maroon women's accessories were conceived to feel connected, giving you more ways to wear them now and more possibilities as your collection grows.

Jewelry has a way of making an outfit feel finished. A pair of earrings can bring light to the face. A cuff can create a clean line at the wrist. A carefully chosen metal finish can tie together colors and textures that might otherwise feel unrelated.

Within the Maroon Collection, the jewelry adds another dimension to the fall palette. The pieces are designed to work with the broader collection while remaining easy to style on their own. Their appeal comes from the relationship between silhouette, finish, and the natural inspiration that runs throughout Brackish design.

For everyday dressing, try pairing the jewelry with a white button-down, a simple knit, or a tailored jacket. For evening, let the accessories complement a monochromatic outfit or add contrast to a deeper fall shade. If your wardrobe tends toward neutrals, maroon and plum can introduce warmth without requiring a dramatic change in color. 

And if you already love jewel tones, these pieces can become part of a broader palette of rich, complementary shades. The best jewelry doesn't need to be saved for a special occasion. It simply needs to feel like you.

At Brackish, the material is only the beginning. Every design is an opportunity to explore how natural inspiration can become something wearable, useful, and enduring. That process requires an appreciation for the material itself, along with the patience to understand how it behaves within a finished piece. Feathers bring natural variation. Leather offers structure and texture. Shearling introduces softness and dimension. Metal creates contrast and definition. Each material contributes something different.

The challenge is bringing those differences together in a way that feels cohesive. That is what makes the Maroon Collection more than a collection of accessories in a shared color palette. It is an exploration of how distinct materials and silhouettes can tell one story.

From the bow tie to the clutch, from the Plum Thicket Pin to the new shearling bag, every piece reflects a different interpretation of the same design philosophy. Nature provides the inspiration. Craftsmanship gives it form. And thoughtful design makes it something you can wear.

The Maroon Collection brings together some of our favorite elements of fall: rich color, natural texture, considered silhouettes, and accessories that feel special without being reserved for a single occasion. 

It is a collection for the wedding guest who wants something unexpected, the woman building a wardrobe of distinctive accessories, the man who appreciates a beautifully made bow tie, and anyone who believes that the details are what make an outfit memorable. It is also a celebration of the materials and stories that continue to inspire Brackish. The organic character of the Plum Thicket Pin. The architectural influence of Art Deco. The warmth of maroon and plum. The tactile appeal of leather and shearling. And the possibility of bringing all of those elements together in a collection that feels complete.

Whether you have your eye on one piece or are ready to explore the collection as a whole, we can't wait to share this chapter of Brackish with you. Fall has a way of reminding us that the most beautiful things are often found in the details. This season, we're giving those details a shade of maroon.