It's no secret that brown is autumn/winter 2205's biggest colour trend. After dominating on the runways, the high street has followed suit and the fashion girls have all concurred that the hue is officially this season's leading neutral.
Sure, brown may be a neutral, but it can still feel a little intimidating to incorporate a new colourway into your wardrobe – even one as basic as brown – if you've historically stuck to black (guilty!). Rather than jumping in at the deep end and stepping out head-to-toe, try simply adding one brown item at a time to an outfit.
From subtle nods in your accessories to more statement pieces like a jacket paired with jeans – below, find six stylish ways to incorporate the colour and wear brown in your outfit now.
A brown dress
Is there anything chicer than an autumn midi? We think not. Unless, of course, it's a brown midi dress which offers extra polish.
Brown boots
The perfect finishing touch to your autumn and winter outfits is undeniably a pair of brown boots. Whether you opt for classic knee-highs or on-trend cowboy styles, leather or suede, you can't go wrong so long as it's a shade of cognac.
A brown jacket
There are endless jacket trends to choose from this season, and brown is proving a popular choice across the board. Take your pick from a boxy brown leather bomber, a soft-touch suede chocolate trench, or even a blazer.
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Brown jeans
We've also been spoiled for choice when it comes to the denim department. The AW25 jeans trends span fit, shape and colour, introducing shades of soft brown to sit alongside your true blues.
A brown jumper
For an easy option, stick to brown knitwear – like a plain jumper or cardigan – that will work effortlessly with your black pieces and create a sophisticated look.
A brown bag
Or, easier still, opt for a brown bag to accessorise a minimal ensemble comprised of similarly earthy tones, like green, and neutrals including black, white and cream. Your brown item should never compete with the rest of your outfit; it should harmoniously tie everything together.
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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!
