You don't need us to tell you that chocolate brown is *the* colour of the season. From favouring outerwear in the delicious hue – try and part us from our brown suede jackets, we dare you – to rotating almost exclusively between our brown boots and brown trainers, the shade has become a core component of our autumn wardrobes. Just as wearable as black but with a more luxurious feel, the trend shows no signs of slowing down as we head into winter.
Talk about a convenient excuse if ever we heard one for clicking ‘purchase’ on Zara's new in long V-neck dress. AKA, our soon-to-be staple that's too good to keep to ourselves! While scrolling the brand's website, the subtly simple yet oh-so-chic long-sleeve brown knit midi design instantly caught our eye.
The super flattering silhouette encompasses a V-neckline and a flowing A-line skirt that promises satisfying swishing with every step. Despite its knitted fabrication, you could easily dress it up with kitten heels and statement jewellery for post-work drinks or date night. While for day, layering knitwear or even a triangle scarf promises maximum cosiness.
When it comes to what shoes you could wear with this dress, the options really are endless. Boots and tights are a classic combo at this time of year. Biker styles will toughen up the feminine dress shape, slouchy knee-highs are timeless and will easily work under the voluminous design, not forgetting trending sock styles that transform the look for after dark.
As for outerwear, throw your trench coat over the top and opt for a faux fur number when temperatures really drop.
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
