Brown in Town? Revisiting the Rules.

In men’s style, rules have always been part of the furniture. Some were born in the gentlemen’s clubs of Edwardian London, others in Ivy League quads or in Savile Row workrooms; relics of a time when a man’s respectability could be surmised from the polish of his shoes or the shape of his lapels. Today, style is more democratic, yet the old rules retain a peculiar fascination. How do modern style experts view them?

Brown shoes, worn with intention, can signal a more developed sense of style than default black.

Brown has been going strong for three years, it’s easy to find, and for someone who doesn’t like wearing too much black, it’s the perfect alternative.

Garance Dore

I love brown – it’s the best neutral, more flattering than navy or grey. Down with this rule.

And voilà, could there be a cosier autumn color?

BROWN, ELEVATED. If you’re not already building outfits around brown, this is your cue. Warm, grounding, and quietly luxe, the new wave of brown is all about rich tones — espresso, caramel, milk chocolate — layered together for depth.

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Bamberg Silk @ Hey Polka

Brown Suit worn by Nicky Haslam, Interior Designer

Insiders are wearing it head-to-toe or as a grounding element: a slick leather trench, a cocoa knit dress, a walnut-tone sandal. It's less seasonal, more staple. If like me you like brown, I made a little shopping board for you with a ton of things I love. Big kisses and till next time!