What Colours Go With Brown? 7 Pairings You Need to Try STAT...

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29 Jan 7 Colours You Need to Start Pairing With Brown in 2024

Posted at 08:08h in Fashion, Outfits, Trends by found-store 2 Comments

Brown is trending hard for 2024, and this rich colour certainly has a luxe edge to it. But what colours go with brown clothes exactly? As a devotee of the versatility of black, the introduction of other neutrals into my wardrobe can cause excessive confusion. But seeing as the neutrals du jour, grey and brown are doing overtime on my Instagram feed, I have taken a deep dive into the colours that will pair nicely for the season ahead. And it turns out the answer to the question what colours go with brown clothes, is a whole lot more than I thought.

As we have already discussed brown coats are trending as an alternative to classic camel or black outerwear this season, but there is a whole world of ways to wear this transeasonal hue. If you’re looking for a new way to wear red, look to warm brown as a less harsh alternative to black. Or what to wear with spring 2024’s trending colours, such as butter yellow, or powder blue? Brown is your answer. So if you’re looking for an alternative to your all black ensembles or a new go-to neutral for spring, it turns out brown can be just as versatile as black and rather warm and luxurious looking to boot. Here are 7 colours you need to start pairing with brown in 2024

What colours go with brown – Brown + Red

If you find black and red a little jarring then pair the pop of the season with warm brown instead for a more subtle and very chic look. If fire hydrant red is too far out of your comfort zone, try a touch of burgundy for a more subtle take.

LOEWE Leather coat, £5,450

Divine.

Me + Em brown reversible shearling longline coat with a cocoon-like silhouette, this reversible longline coat is a versatile investment and the perfect antidote to autumn temperatures. — **Me + Em Reversible Shearling Longline Coat Shearling Leather (£~~1500.00~~) £1050.00**

If you’re looking for the perfect furry coat to complete your mob wife aesthetic, look no further… Also incredible paired with me + Em’s red wide-leg trousers and red cashmere knit.

Arket red top Top in soft merino wool cut from a 1x1 rib knitted in a fine gauge, A tight-fitted style with a slightly transparent appearance, styled with raw-cut edges at the hemline and sleeve ends — **ARKET Long-Sleeved Merino Top, £47.00**

Pair your brown accessories with trending red or grey wardrobe staples, like Arket’s red merino top and grey trousers.

RIXO Milly patchwork suede coat, £585

If you ever needed convincing to invest in Rixo’s dreamy suede Milly patchwork coat, this season it is really popping with the trending colours. Note to self, teal and chocolate also make a rather luxe pairing.

& Other Stories red knitted cardigan with round neck and button fastening. — **& Other Stories Knitted Cardigan, £85**

If you’re not in for top-to-toe red pair this with some dark brown cord or denim trousers or a preppy A-line mini skirt.

Savette Symmetry Pochette leather top-handle bag, £1,055.00

So dreamy. Pair Savette’s burgundy Symmetry Pochette bag with a dark brown coat for a delicious combination.

Brown + Black

Like black and navy, black and brown were once deemed a no-no pairing, but oh how the times have changed. Throw caution to the wind and see the below yummy combos for proof that brown and black make a dreamy pairing. If you need any more inspo, look to fashions (and mob wives…) favourite animal print, eternally chic leopard print, for definitive evidence that black and brown are a timeless pairing.

Raey cuts this brown cami top from lustrous satin blended from FSC-certified viscose with a plunging scoop neckline that’s mirrored in the back. — **Raey Deep scoop baby locked satin cami top, £180**

This silky brown cami top and slouchy Raey giant pleat front suit trousers are such a chic pairing for low-key luxe evening looks.

The COS womenswear team play with denim treatments this season to create fresh finishes and textures. Crafted from pure cotton-denim that's flocked for a suede-like hand feel, this dark-brown mini skirt is designed with a pair of front patch pockets and back darts that define the silhouette. The fabric is lightly faded at the seams for character. — **COS FLOCKED-DENIM MINI SKIRT, £85**

Pair this COS flocked denim skirt with a black merino turtleneck and of course this entirely delicious chocolate brown leather trench. This brown flocked denim also comes in dress form and these delightful jeans. Basically, COS is on it as always.

Arket brown Padded jacket with diamond quilting and corduroy shirt collar. A-line style with raglan sleeves. Front pockets with flap and press buttons. Slits with press buttons at sides. — **Arket Quilted Jacket, £169**

Blend in when you enter nature in this outdoorsy-looking Arket quilted jacket which makes a classic pairing with black leggings. Whether you’re hiking in the woods, or up the high street.

Anthony Vaccarello taps into a nonchalant glamour for Saint Laurent's Pre AW23 collection, exemplified by this languidly lustrous velvet top in dark-chocolate brown. — **Saint Laurent High-neck velvet top, £770**

Again, brown and velvet are a match made in heaven. Pair this sumptuous top with these major statement earrings and black wide-leg pants for an easy chic evening look.

Reformation distressed brown Francesca Moto Boot — **Reformation Francesca Moto Boot, £498**

Reformation’s slinky black Cassette silk dress paired with their Francesca Moto Boots and this brown Rosetta shoulder bag is proof that black and brown are a great everyday pairing. Mix your textures to elevate your look.

Arket chocolate brown Ankle-length dress in a cable-knit made from pure wool. This style has a regular fit that accentuates the waistline slightly. Ribbed cuffs. The dress contains 100% RWS wool, certified by control union 893290. Products certified to the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) contain wool fiber from farms independently certified to animal welfare and land management requirements. — **Arket Cable-Knit Wool Dress, (£~~139~~) £83**

Alternatively, a chunky chocolate brown cable knit dress looks great with sleek black leather boots and is perfect for winter days.

What colours go with brown – Brown + Peach/Yellow

If you want to give Pantone’s colour of the year a whirl, then earthy brown is a good way to ground this unexpected shade. Look to Acne Studios and Bottega Veneta for inspiration who paired peach with burgundy (close enough…) and brown. If peach isn’t your bag trending butter yellow also makes a nice soft alternative and is going nowhere in SS24. Think of these shades as a modern way to lift brown hues without hitting up the more obvious (but also very timeless) ‘tonal’ look via beiges and creams.

FAITHFULL THE BRAND + NET SUSTAIN Serafia ribbed-knit maxi dress, £249

This butter yellow knit maxi dress looks so good with dark brown suede accessories. It would also look fabulous under a brown leather trench for more wintry days.

& Other Stories New Arrival Boxy merino peach fuzz wool cardigan finished with a ribbed neckline, cuffs and hemline. Round neckline, Six button closures. — **& Other Stories Boxy Merino Wool Cardigan, £65.00**

If you’re worried about wearing peach right next to your skin, a white t-shirt beneath is a good layering trick. There is also a relaxed knit jumper in this peach shade if you’re sorted for cardigans.

KHAITE butter yellow Otero wool-bend blazer with double breasted side button fastening. — **KHAITE Otero wool-bend blazer, £2,000**

Khaite’s chic butter-yellow blazer would look great with brown leather or silk.

& Other Stories peach Relaxed sweatshirt finished with raglan sleeves and a ribbed neckline, cuffs and hemline. — **& Other Stories Relaxed Sweatshirt, £65**

A vintage look sweatshirt is a great way to experiment with colour and this relaxed sweat would also look great with slouchy luxe brown leather.

TOTEME's dress is woven from cool linen-blend in buttery yellow. Combining the comfort of a T-shirt with the timelessness of a maxi skirt, it's gathered through the waist before falling to an ankle-grazing hem. Style yours with sandals. — **TOTEME Gathered linen-blend maxi dress, £630**

Toteme’s dreamy linen blend dress would look fabulous with deep brown leather accessories and gold jewellery on spring/summer days.

Mango peach crinkled satin textured shirt. — **Mango Satin textured shirt, £35.99**

Rather than black, pair this crinkled satin peach shirt with brown for a softer look.

Daniel Lee's winning streak of creating instant-favorite bags for Bottega Veneta continues with the Jodie Mini tote. It's made from beige nappa leather in the house's notable intrecciato weave, and comes with a knotted handle that looks ever so modern. — **BOTTEGA VENETA Jodie Mini leather tote, £1,970**

Perennially chic.

Brown + Cream/White

Look to latte dressing for proof that brown and cream are a dreamy pairing. Or indeed, your actual morning latte. Alternatively, Vivian Ward in her brown and white polka dot look at the polo in “Pretty Woman”. Iconic.

Prada Pleated silk-twill shorts, £1,320

Prada’s silky soft looking long sleeve top, mohair blend suit jacket, tailored shorts and classic leather loafers are such a chic look and so on-point for spring/summer 2024. Reay’s sheer ankle socks complete the look.

Reformation chocolate brown Veda Marco Leather Oversized Bomber — **Reformation Veda Marco Leather Oversized Bomber, £658**

Reformation’s oversized leather bomber is so chic with these Fior Di latte jeans. The olive suede Vittoria bag makes a great match too and is in stock on Matches.

Reformation brown Cary High Rise Slouchy Wide Leg Corduroy Pants — **Reformation Cary High Rise Slouchy Wide Leg Corduroy Pants, £148**

Why do corduroy pants look so good in brown? Pair these with this creamy coloured cashmere cropped sweater for a cosy but stylish look.

TOTEME brown Oversized double-breasted wool coat — **TOTEME Oversized double-breasted wool coat, £1,030**

Toteme’s coat makes a classic pairing with cream wardrobe staples.

The COS womenswear team play with denim treatments this season to create fresh finishes and textures. These dark-brown Column jeans are cut with loose, straight legs and crafted from pure cotton-denim that's flocked for a suede-like hand feel. The fabric is lightly faded at the seams for character. — **COS COLUMN FLOCKED-DENIM JEANS – STRAIGHT, £115**

These are fabulous.

FAITHFULL THE BRAND + NET SUSTAIN Santos polka-dot georgette maxi dress, £339

Channel Vivian in 2024 in this gorgeous Faithfull The Brand Georgette maxi dress. If you are on a budget this ASOS’ cute flowy swing maxi dress with mini polka dots looks equally as perfect for wedding season.

What colours go with brown – Brown + Blue

If all else fails, denim is the answer. Brown looks great with every shade of blue, from this season’s dark indigo denim to trending powder blue or classic Navy.

Arket dark brown Leather shoulder bag with an embossed croco pattern, styled with an oval-shaped gold motif with magnetic closure at front. Details include a slender, adjustable shoulder strap and an inner pocket. — **Arket Leather Shoulder Bag, £179**

Pair your dark brown accessories with this amazing denim A-Line jacket and denim midi skirt for an elevated denim look.

Brown and blue are cute as a button combined in check form. The brown suede Rosetta bag also makes a classic pairing with this Navy Clara cashmere cardigan (that also comes in red).

Arket brown short scuba jacket. Short jacket in a heavy scuba quality. This is an unlined style with shirt collar, patch pockets and top stitching throughout. — **Arket Short Scuba Jacket, £119**

A great everyday option for when the transitional weather hits that looks great with this seasons trending dark denim.

Reformation brown Veda Kennedy Wide Leg Leather Pant — **Reformation Veda Kennedy Wide Leg Leather Pant, £282**

Brown leather always look luxe and Reformation’s wide leg leather pants look so good with this powder blue Merino knit.

Reformation brown Melissa Mary Jane Flat — **Reformation Melissa Mary Jane Flat, £268**

The dreamiest brown satin ballet flats to pair with all your denim come spring.

Imbued with lingerie codes, this slip-style maxi dress spotlights SIR's artful approach. Made of silk, this piece drapes from a plunging lace-trimmed neckline and lands at a fluted bias-cut hem. — **SIR Lace-trimmed silk maxi dress, ~~(£460~~) £230**

So dreamy. Snap this up for wedding season STAT.

Brown + Green

Look to nature for indisputable proof that brown and green are a match made in heaven. Whether deep olive, trending pistachio green, or zesty lime, green and brown is a good look.

Our directional accessories are made with just as much care as our ready-to-wear collections. This oversized scarf is knitted from a tactile mohair and wool blend, decorated with colourful checks and finished with fringed ends. — **COS OVERSIZED MOHAIR-BLEND SCARF, £85**

This COS zesty oversized mohair scarf pops against their heavenly chocolate brown leather coat.

Asceno's Aurelia trouser silhouette is reworked in a recycled-viscose crepe for this relaxed pair, rendered in a rich shade of cocoa brown. — **Asceno Aurelia recycled-fibre crepe trousers, £270**

A fresh green basket bag makes a great addition to a silky chocolate brown coord, like Asceno’s trousers and slinky crepe shirt.

LOEWE Squeeze Small leather shoulder bag in 'sprig jade' light green. — **LOEWE Squeeze Small leather shoulder bag, £2,950**

This deliciously refreshing shade is called ‘Spring Jade’ and it would be great if it could just spring right into my arms. It would look so pretty with deep brown.

Arket olive green Short coat crafted from an Italian-made wool blend with a fuzzy texture. Cut for a relaxed fit with a wide stand collar. Hidden button closure at front and buttoned tabs at end of sleeves. Fully lined. — **Arket Fuzzy Wool-Blend Jacket, (£~~189~~) £113**

Olive green and brown look so luxurious together.

The Wander Small shoulder bag is made from leather with a zipped top and detachable shoulder strap. This style is made using Miu Miu's signature matelassé technique, which brings a youthful energy to leather goods. — **MIU MIU Wander Small matelassé shoulder bag, £1,450**

As do teal and brown and Miu Miu’s quilted Wander bag is so delicious.

What colours go with brown – Brown + Grey

Mix your trending neutrals by pairing chocolate brown with grey for a chic but subtle look.

**Reformation Lila Corduroy Midi Skirt, £168**

Reformation has some really great corduroy pieces right now, including this midi skirt, and these high rise flared pants, perfectly paired with this grey Merino turtleneck and knee-high boots.

AGOLDE's tactile Pascale top is shaped to a streamlined fit from rich brown stretch velvet, framed with a high neck and straight hem. — **AGOLDE Pascale high-neck velvet top, £230**

Grey denim is trending and Agolde’s low rise baggy pair look great paired with this brown velvet top.

H&M Premium Selection dark brown Ankle-length, single-breasted coat in woven fabric made from a wool blend. Loose fit with wide notch lapels and a concealed press-stud at the front. Dropped shoulders, long, wide sleeves, pockets in the side seams and a single back vent. Unlined. — **H&M Dark Brown Wool-blend coat, £169.99**

Pair your brown coat with brown tailored trousers, shiny loafers, and this grey merino long sleeve top for a classic minimalist look.

Ethereal sequins are embroidered throughout the fluid silhouette of A.W.A.K.E. Mode’s brown top, draped with a cowl neckline and a tipped asymmetric hem. — **A.W.A.K.E. Mode Cowl-neck sequinned top, £415**

Brown can do evening too. This sequin top looks ready to party paired with these slouchy Wardrobe N.Y.C wool trousers

TOTEME brown Croc-effect leather coat with button up front and side flap pockets. — **TOTEME Croc-effect leather coat, £2,160**

Toteme’s brown croc-effect leather coat is such a chic 90s dream. Pair with these grey high rise straight jeans for a perfectly pared back look. You might want to check out the mock croc ankle boots in the same chocolate shade too…

AGOLDE Sloane mid-rise leather straight pants, £450

Pair these with some 90s squared toe brown boots and equally sleek separates.

AMINA MUADDI shiny grey Marine Stretch 95 latex over-the-knee boots with block heels and square toes. — **AMINA MUADDI Marine Stretch 95 latex over-the-knee boots, £1,217**

Delicious.

Shop More Brown Pieces for Your 2024 Wardrobe…

LOEWE Cotton jersey T-shirt, £350

Elevate your basics selection.

GABRIELA HEARST
Austin leather belt — **GABRIELA HEARST Austin leather belt, £785**

Classic.

With these dark brown pants cut into a bootcut silhouette, Loewe experiments with traditional fabrication in refreshingly contemporary ways. The high-rise piece is made from cotton-blend velvet with a washed denim effect. — **LOEWE High-rise cotton-blend velvet pants, £750**

So good.

& Other Stories brown Relaxed satin shirt finished with a pointed collar and buttoned cuffs. — **& Other Stories Relaxed Satin Shirt, (~~£85~~) £65**

90s/00s vibes. Pair with black leather.

Arket brown Collarless blazer with a belt detail at the back. This style is cut for an oversized fit and styled with single-button opening and double welt pockets with flaps. — **Arket Collarless Blazer, £169**

Arket’s chic collarless blazer and brown wool-blend twill trousers are very luxe looking.

Reformation brown pike mini dress in lightweight drapey crepe fabric, long sleeves, cowl neck and body skimming silhouette. — **Reformation Brown Pike Dress, £178**

An alternative to your LBD that is still an LBD.

Arket brown Denim shirt with snap button closure at centre front, chest patch pockets and cuffs. Cut for a regular fit. — **Arket Denim Shirt, £87**

Arket’s overdyed pintuck jeans and brown denim shirt are mixing up your denim game.

Arket Slim hip belt featuring an embossed croco pattern. Styled with a decorative gold-plated square buckle at front. Adjustable stud closures at the back. — **Arket Buckle Leather Belt, £57**

So classic with denim.

TOTEME brown T-Lock suede clutch with silver coloured hardware. Detachable, adjustable shoulder strap
and turn-lock fastening Closure. — **TOTEME T-Lock suede clutch, £750**

Want.

COS brown Colour-blocked in a bright-red and dark-brown palette, these premium gloves are crafted from panels of supple leather and lined with supremely soft recycled cashmere blended with a hint of temperature-regulating wool. They're designed to complement the coats in our ready-to-wear collection. — **COS CASHMERE-LINED COLOUR-BLOCK LEATHER GLOVES, £65**

Combining trending red and brown these sleek leather gloves will elevate all your winter ensembles.

CHRISTOPHER ESBER brown Draped maxi dress with long sleeves, fitted silhouette, and keyhole cutout at the hip. — **CHRISTOPHER ESBER Draped maxi dress, £784**

Goddess like.

Anchor your transitional wardrobe with this dark brown COS staple long-sleeved top. Offered in a rich dark-brown hue, it's crafted from premium merino wool and has a streamlined slim fit that's ideal for layering. It's designed with a high roll-neck collar and subtle thumbhole cuffs. — **COS CREW-NECK MERINO WOOL TOP, £45**

Wardrobe staple.

COS brown padded nylon crossbody bag. Made from recycled nylon with a high-shine finish, this softly padded bag is gathered at the sides to create a draped silhouette. It has an adjustable buckled webbing strap, secure zip closure and a small pocket inside for your keys or cardholder. Wear it as a crossbody or sling it over your shoulder. — **COS PADDED CROSSBODY – NYLON, £40**

COS’ sling leather crossbody also now comes in this nylon padded crossbody form.

Arket brown Wide-leg trousers sewn from a wool blend. A high-waist style with front pleats and press creases. Slanted side pockets and two double welt pockets at the back. — **Arket Wide Wool-Blend Trousers, £119**

A pair of perfect tailored trousers are always a wise investment.

Mango CAPSULE brown Sequin clutch bag — **Mango Capsule Sequin clutch bag, £60.00**

A chic way to do sequins.

Toteme's dark brown Signature coat is tailored to a menswear-inspired silhouette from pressed RWS-certified wool with a slightly oversized double-breasted frame. — **Toteme Signature double-breasted wool coat, £1,030**

A forever buy.

Arket brown Mock neck jumper crafted from a soft blend of cashmere and wool. Styled with ribbed neck and cuffs. The jumper contains 25% RWS wool, certified by control union 893290. Products certified to the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) contain wool fiber from farms independently certified to animal welfare and land management requirements. — **Arket Cashmere-Wool Mock Neck Jumper, £169**

The silhouette of this jumper is so good.

Mango brown 100% leather jacket. Straight design. Shirt-style collar. Long sleeve with elastic cuffs. Two side pockets. Front zip closure. Hem with elastic band. Inner lining. — **Mango 100% leather jacket, £119.99**

70s vibes.

COS Atelier brown and white the feather print silk shirt. — **COS Atelier THE FEATHER-PRINT SILK SHIRT, £155**

The COS Atelier feather print silk shirt and silk trousers are so pretty.

& Other Stories brown Voluminous wool coat featuring an overlapping lapel. Finished with a tonal self-tie belt & Duo pockets. — **& Other Stories Voluminous Belted Wool Coat, £225.00**

A great winter coat to add to your rotation.

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