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Not Black and White—The Rich-Looking Colour Combination Everyone's Wearing Instead Right Now

By Swedan Margen

Not Black and White—The Rich-Looking Colour Combination Everyone's Wearing Instead Right Now

For me, discovering a new colour combination that just works is like slotting in the final piece of a puzzle—the wave of satisfaction is palpable. In fact, it’s even better, because, a perfect pairing of shades is something you can return to day after day. And lately, I've been feeling the same smug satisfaction as I slip into the pink and brown colour combination trend on repeat.

Influencer @styleidealist wears a pink linen blazer with chocolate brown trousers and snake-print heels.

Between the fluttery shade of pink and the grounded essence of the brown, this pairing feels perfectly balanced. Pairing a vivid summery shade with a demure autumnal hue, this elegant pairing feels particularly relevant for styling as we approach the cooler months.

Influencer @emilisindlev sips on a coffee wearing a pink shirt tucked into dark brown trousers.

Inspired by the elegant looks saturating my FYP, I’ve seen this combination styled in a myriad of different ways. From rosy blouses pairing with chocolate trousers, to pink shirts worn with brown suede bags and silky blush skirts swishing against deep mahogany boots—each one as elegant as the rest.

Influencer @honeybelleworld wears a pink cami top with chocolate brown sandals.

There's something particularly compelling about the way the fluttery shade of pink offsets the grounded, earthy essence of brown. Coaxing a softness out of the dark brown shade that makes it feel much more approachable.

Influencer @monikh wears a chocolate brown vest top with pink linen trousers and black flip-flops.

Much more interesting than black and white, read on to discover my edit of the pink-and-brown colour trend below.

Shop the Pink and Brown Colour Trend:

Tailored Pima Cotton Shirt

COS

Tailored Pima Cotton Shirt

Style this with chocolate brown trousers or pair with light-wash blue jeans.

Relaxed Fluid Wide-Leg Trousers

COS

Relaxed Fluid Wide-Leg Trousers

Be quick! I'm sure these won't stay in stock for long.

Emile Cardigan - Mottled Pink - Alpaca - Sézane

Sézane's cosy cardigans are a fashion person's favourites.

Suede Tote Bag

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Suede Tote Bag

Honestly, this looks more expensive than it actually is.

Zw Collection Flowing Balloon Trousers

Zara

Flowing Balloon Trousers

I can see these being a sell-out style.

The Boyfriend: Fine Poplin, Chocolate

With Nothing Underneath

The Boyfriend Shirt

I always come back to With Nothing Underneath for their chic array for shirts.

Midi Skirt

Add a pop of colour to your autumn rotation.

Cashmere-Blend Jumper

H&M

Cashmere-Blend Jumper

Shop this while it's one sale.

Meg Top

This pretty top also comes in four other shades.

Kaylee Loafer

Reformation

Kaylee Loafer

Style with fresh white socks to give your look a preppy edge.

Le 5 à 7 Supple Small Suede Shoulder Bag

Saint Laurent

Le 5 à 7 Supple Small Suede Shoulder Bag

This also comes in two elegant shades of brown.

Draped Sleeveless Midi Dress

& Other Stories

Draped Sleeveless Midi Dress

The chocolate brown colour trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.

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