When it comes to dark neutrals, brown has historically taken a back seat to hues like navy, black, or gray. But years of opting for other colors has actually played a major part in the comeback of brown outfits. Designers like Miu Miu, Loewe, and The Row have continued to lean on the earthy color in their collections. Deep chocolate brown, especially, has been statement-making this season. It’s the perfect shade for winter. Chocolate brown meets our current penchant for sleek minimalism, but also conveys cozy warmth. The shade’s sumptuous richness, combined with soft or substantial winter fabrics, results in an understated elegance that is hard to achieve with any other hue.
Vogue’s Favorite Chocolate Brown Pieces:
Chocolate brown is easy to mix with your current neutral staples. It pairs beautifully with black and white, simple jewelry, and other shades of brown. Whether you want to add one piece to your wardrobe, or don head-to-toe chocolate brown outfits, we’ve got the styling ideas below.
Pile on the Texture
Corduroys in chocolate brown are a cozy staple for the season ahead. Add even more texture with a fuzzy sweater and a suede jacket, and keep the accessories down-to-earth—dark sneakers and a crossbody will do the trick.
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Cozy Up in Knitwear
A chocolate brown sweater paired with trousers in the same shade is a comfortable and elegant look for every day. Layer a turtleneck under your knit for a face-framing peek of white.
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New Classics on the Block
A brown coat is a thoughtful alternative to your go-to black or gray—it’s still timeless and easy to wear, but makes a bit more of statement. We love the contrast of chocolate brown paired with winter white jeans.
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Office-Ready
A sharp pencil skirt and knee-high boot combination feels a bit more approachable in soft, brown hues (instead of the more traditional black or gray).
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In the Bag
Brown suede totes are becoming the must-have office bag of the season, and you can easily incorporate one into your existing wardrobe. We think they look great with slouchy shapes in complementary colors.
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Best Foot Forward
Brown loafers are remarkably versatile shoes for any season, but for winter, we especially love them paired with skirts and a cute pair of socks. A cropped leather jacket adds an extra wink of attitude.
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