5 Chic Ways French Women Are Styling the Brown Colour Trend This Winter
Regardless of the time of year, if you ask me whom I most frequently look to for style inspiration, I'll point you towards the French. With a knack for chic dressing practically woven into their DNA, the French have mastered the art of fusing trend-led styling with timeless design; effortlessly creating wearable, chic and classic outfits that never ebb out of style. I'm generalising, I know, but in my experience, I've never met a French woman who can't pull together a great ensemble. For this reason, whenever I start to catch wind of a new trend, I'll always check in with my favourite French influencers and celebrities to see how they're working it into their wardrobes.
This season, so many new trends have taken hold, and my favourite of all has to be the brown colour trend. Brown clothing brings an earthy, grounded and simultaneously rich touch to an outfit—a vibe that no other colour can achieve quite as well. And although right now we're talking about brown as a trend, it's a totally timeless colour, making it a wise investment if you want to treat yourself to something new that you'll still love wearing in five years.
So, with a fascination with French fashion and a growing infatuation with the brown colour trend, I've focused my attention on how my favourite stylish women are wearing the trending tone this season. Read on to see five brown outfits from French women that I've bookmarked.
5 FRENCH-INSPIRED BROWN OUTFITS:
1. BROWN LEATHER CO-ORD
Style Notes: This season, brown has usurped black as the leather trend loved by those in the know. A brown leather co-ord will breathe fresh life into your wardrobe and the pieces will only get better with age.
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A black turtleneck is a must-have winter base layer.
Style with the matching jacket or a brown silk blouse.
The perfect party shoes.
2. CHIC PARTY DRESSING
Style Notes: A sleek brown slip dress is the one-and-done solution to your partywear problems. Style it up with lashings of jewellery and some tonal kitten heels for an easy yet elegant look.
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Style with a red jacket—trust me: this colour pairing works…
3. THE SEASON'S FAVOURITE JACKET TREND
Style Notes: Across high-street and designer stores, scarf coats and jackets have dominated as the new-season outerwear trend that influencers adore.
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This rich espresso brown looks so chic styled with white or beige.
Wear with a crisp white tee and trainers for an effortlessly chic casual look.
Shield your eyes from the low winter sun.
4. TONAL CARDIGAN AND SKIRT
Style Notes: The style set have been wearing neat cardigans en mass, and these knits are far from old-fashioned. For an elegant take drenched in French energy, pair a sleek cardigan with a tonal brown skirt.
An easy addition to your winter capsule wardrobe.
Not too high and not too low—these are perfect for daily styling.
5. COSY AND CASUAL
Style Notes: Tap into the season's favourite colour trend in a cool and causal way by throwing on an elevated leisurewear set.
Style with the matching joggers for a put-together take on relaxed dressing.
These look so comfortable.
This chic hold-all is ideal for trips to the office and running errands alike.
Yes, they're an investment, but in my opinion, these are the perfect winter boots.
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Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer. Having worked in the fashion industry since her time at university—where she obtained a BA in Journalism from University of the Arts London, Natalie's experience spans journalistic and styling roles. In the early stages of her career Natalie predominately worked on editorial shoots for fashion publications such as British Vogue, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK, before moving into journalism roles.
On completion of her degree she interned in the editorial team at British Vogue and later went on to freelance for the publication. Here, she developed her interest in reporting on the latest fashion news and trends. Inspired by the dynamic nature of the industry, Natalie went on to write for other lifestyle and fashion brands and publications before taking on the role as News Writer for Who What Wear.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Focusing on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion, Natalie reports on a daily basis, ensuring that she remains ahead of the trends. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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