When it comes to the upcoming fall season, there are a few things I’m certain about, none more than the fact that chocolate brown is the color that’ll be most dominant, even more than black and navy blue. Why am I so sure, you ask? Well, when multiple influential French girls and Dakota Johnson all wear the rich, luxurious shade from head-to-toe in the span of a single almost-fall week, you start to connect the dots.
Johnson wore the color in the form of a floor-length Gucci silk slip dress hemmed with black lace. With it, she added sky-high black sandals and a mini Jackie bag in patent leather. Well, those, and a smattering of Bulgari jewelry, including two bracelets and a statement necklace.
On Dakota Johnson: Gucci dress, Strappy Sandals ($1090), and Jackie Notte Mini Bag ($3980); Bulgari bracelets and necklace
The sophisticated color is spreading, with a number of French fashion girls choosing the shade over all others for fall. Who What Wear favorite Sylvie Mus paired a brown V-neck sweater with a leather pencil skirt in the same shade, a clutch purse, gold earrings, and strappy sandals, providing ample dressing inspiration for the early stages of the season. For a more tailored, oversized ensemble, take cues from Annemiek Kessels, who wore a relaxed suit in the same hue with all brown accessories, including The Row’s beloved Margaux bag.
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Shop brown fashion items for fall:
J.Crew
Cashmere Shrunken V-Neck Sweater
A classic choice. Plus, the cropped fit feels modern and a touch sexy.
H&M
Oversized Coated Jacket
ZARA
Long Tube Skirt Zw Collection
I’m already thinking about all the ways I could wear this skirt.
Jeffrey Campbell
Dancerina Mary Jane Ballet Flat
So many WWW editors own and rave about these affordable flats.
Banana Republic
Slouchy Vida Suede Bag
Please buy this dark-brown suede tote. You won’t regret it.
ZARA
Wrinkled Satin Effect Dress Zw Collection
For your upcoming fall weddings.
Cinta the Label
The Tiana Knit
I’m losing it over this adorable brown cardi.
Banana Republic
High-Rise Wide-Leg Italian Satin Pant
Yes, these are heavy satin trousers. Wow.
J.Crew
Large Berkeley Tote in Suede
Stop carrying around a grungy canvas tote. It’s time for an upgrade.
ZARA
Asymmetric Midi Skirt Zw Collection
Gorgeous is the word you’re looking for.
STEVE MADDEN
Dusty Chocolate Brown Suede
These are giving Khaite vibes.