Yes, black heels are chic. And as someone who rarely strays from a neutral palette, they’re a permanent fixture in my event-season wardrobe. But when I really want my outfit to make an impression, there’s another rich, wintry shade that offers a far more "fashion" silhouette.
Clocking the growing shoe trend this season myself, I noticed Victoria Beckham and Margot Robbie swapped their black heels for chocolate brown pairs this week. While black will always be a classic, chocolate brown has quickly become the fashion person's favourite, offering a blend of earthy wearability, as well as a luxurious depth that few other shades can achieve.
Victoria Beckham made the case with a knee-grazing, glossy leather pencil skirt, styling it with a pair of espresso-brown peep-toe heels. Rather than fading into the background of her outfit, the rich tone added dimension and warmth, pulling together the wintry palette she’s been favouring as of late.
Margot Robbie took the tonal route, pairing pointed-toe brown heels with a similarly shaded jacket and mid-wash denim. Just as harmonious layered with blue jeans as it was with Victoria’s black skirt, the chocolate-brown heel is proving to be every bit as versatile as its black counterpart—only much more current.
A chic companion for party season and well beyond, scroll on to shop the best brown heels available right now.
Shop Brown Heels:
The glossy satin finish gives these simple heels an elevated energy.
The slingback detailing offers some light support as well as a sleek point of interest.
While I love this in the chocolate brown, it also comes in three other shades.
Prada's satin mules are a fashion person's favourites.
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Swap out your black heels for this elegant pair to infuse your outfit with an elevated edge.
I'm banking these ahead of party season.
The kitten heel detail adds a little bit of height without sacrificing any comfort.
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