Black Boots Are Fine, But *This* Fall Shoe Color Trend Looks Rich As Hell

We all know someone who is a die-hard devotee of all-black clothing. One look at their closet and it's clear that they wouldn't trade their favorite color for anything. That said, there's one fall 2025 color trend even they would love: chocolate brown. The richly sumptuous hue is just as versatile and easy to wear as black, but feels fresher, trendier, and more luxurious for the new season. We've been waxing poetic about this hue since December 2024, when Pantone predicted that Mocha Mousse would be this year's biggest hit. Shoes in this color look thoroughly expensive, even if you didn't spend a lot of money.

Need some convincing? Look no further than Lily James's newest outfit. She was just photographed in New York City wearing chocolate brown from head to toe. That includes not only her dress and boots, but also her sunglasses, handbag, and manicure. Now that's commitment to a theme. James is in town promoting her new movie, Swiped, in which she plays Bumble founder and Tinder co-founder Whitney Wolfe Herd. Scroll down to see Lily James's newest outfit and shop similar boots in the same shade of Mocha Mousse.

On Lily James: Tod's bag

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