Unless you've been living under a fashion rock, you'll know that chocolate brown has been trending this season. Co-existing alongside bolder colours like cobalt blue and chilli red, it's the shade to pick if your outfit calls for softer, more organic alternatives. Or, if you're going for that elevated basics feel, sprinkled with a bit of quiet luxury.
Chocolate brown works with an array of wardrobe staples too, from pairing a top with stovepipe jeans to matching co-ord sets, or as a standalone colour in a dress, be it a mini or a maxi. It's also a super chic skirt shade, whether that's a pleated, cord, or drop-waist plaid version. In terms of the latter, we love the chocolate brown and blue combo (also a trending colour palette), paired with either a fitted cropped tee in summer or a ruffled lace blouse and cowboy boots for that boho aesthetic.
For those of you who are keen to jump on the chocolate brown hype as part of the 'jeans and a nice top' look, the colour works perfectly, too. This is thanks to it being a more luxurious alternative to black, and giving a slightly more expensive feel. Marks & Spencer have just released the perfect product, too: this Lyocell Blend Ruched Front Top for just £24. The ruched detailing on the front and back makes the top the main event of the outfit, while the slash neckline and fitted shape give it an elegant, timeless feel.
As well as jeans, we love the idea of wearing this top with a pair of bitter chocolate barrel-leg trousers for the ultimate sophisticated take on the trend. Then, pop on some black loafers for a summery feel, or when boot season is back, some leather knee-highs, with or without a slight heel (whatever your preference).
Lyocell Blend Ruched Front Top wth Wool
Keep scrolling for some of our other favourite chocolate brown tops to add to your collection:
Topshop ruched v-neck tank top in dark chocolate
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