3 Different Ways to Style Dark Brown for Spring

One of the highlights from my Korea trip last year was getting my color analysis done. And not surprisingly, the results aligned with how I normally dress: pale pastels, and cooler tones. However, this year I decided to experiment with a new color that it outside the realm of what I normally own: dark chocolate. This color is rich and elegant, but I’ve only admired it on other people. However, having given this color a try, I am definitely warming up to darker tones. Read the post on how to style dark brown for spring.

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Styling Dark Brown Outfit 1: Cotton Cashmere Ribbed Sleeveless Midi Dress + Lady Cardigan

This cotton cashmere midi dress is one of the newest adds to my wardrobe. The ribbed design offers a nice, natural stretch while not feeling too constricting. I love how easy this dress is to slip on and off. Best of all, it’s just the right thickness for spring and looks great with a lady jacket, cardigan, or cropped trench coat.

I am wearing a size S, and deliberately sized up so that this dress wouldn’t feel too fitted.

Cropped Trench Coat – water resistant and wind proof! Additional ways to style featured in this blog post.

Outfit 2: Crew Neck Sweater + Cropped Ankle Trousers + Mary Jane’s

Another great transitional style for spring is layering a sweater over a thin button-down. I also like styling this combination with cropped ankle-length trousers and Mary Jane flats. The subtle cropped length accentuates the shoes, and Rothy’s latest double-strap Mary Jane design is so cute! Read my old Rothy’s review HERE.

These flats run slightly big, and I sized a half step down from my usual. My trousers are from Spanx’s latest ponte collection – compressive, smooth knit, with leggings-like comfort! I sized up for these and am wearing S.

Outfit 3: Tweed Jacket + Bodysuit + Cropped Trousers

You can also pair these trousers with a tweed jacket, and fitted bodysuit. I like that topping off this outfit with a lighter colored jacket offers nice contrast. Alternatively, you can style with a lady cardigan too!

Outfit 4: Navy Cardigan + Slip Skirt + Brown Bodysuit

If you’re looking for more options on how to style dark brown, consider pairing it with navy. I’ve seen this color combination on others, and decided to replicate it myself. My silk satin skirt is also machine-washable, and low-fuss for how elegant it looks. I am wearing a size XS in this skirt, and would recommend sizing down if you have a smaller waist.

A Summary of How to Style Dark Brown

I used to think this color was hard to style or fell outside of my natural color palette. However, when accentuated with contrasting pieces, dark brown can make such a lovely neutral! Below is an outfit collage of all the combinations I shared in this post. You can click on the image directly to shop individually linked pieces.

Outfit 1: Tweed Jacket // Bodysuit // Cropped Flare Trousers // Mary Janes

Outfit 2: Crew Neck Sweater // White Button-Down // Crop Flare Trousers // Mary Janes

Outfit 3: Navy Cardigan // Square Neck Bodysuit // Silk Slip Skirt // Heeled Slingbacks

Outfit4: Ivory Cardigan // Maxi Ribbed Sleeveless Dress // Mules