CHOCOLATE BROWN IS THE NEW BLACK: 5 MODERN AND CHIC WAYS TO WEAR IT THIS FALL

Dallas fashion blogger wearing a beautiful brown blazer with a pair of straight leg jeans and matching heels because chocolate brown is the new black!

If you’ve been holding on to black as your go-to neutral, it might be time for a refresh. This season, chocolate brown is making waves as the new “it” color, and for good reason! While black will always have its place, there’s something undeniably rich and warm about deep brown tones that bring both sophistication and versatility to your wardrobe. Whether you’re stepping out in cozy knits or sleek outerwear, swapping black for brown can instantly elevate your look. Ready to embrace chocolate brown as the new black? Let’s dive into why it’s the perfect upgrade and how to style it for maximum impact in 5 fabulous looks!

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Over 40 Dallas fashion blogger wearing a pair of straight leg jeans with a chocolate brown moto jacket.

Over 40 woman wearing chocolate brown heels and straight leg jeans.

Dallas woman over 40 wearing a brown moto jacket with matching heels and gold accessories.

BROWN BOMBER JACKET (XS)//  BODYSUIT (XS)  // FRAME JEANS (24) //  KITTEN HEELS //  HANDBAG – FOR LESS

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BROWN LEATHER BOMBER JACKET:

My first look featuring chocolate brown as the new black starts with this amazing leather bomber jacket. I love the rich chocolate brown shade and the oversized fit is just right. It’s made with eco-leather that looks and feels like real leather without the high price point! I wear an XS in this must-have jacket for fall and it fits true to size.

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FRAME JEANS (MY NEW FAVES):

These are seriously the best-fitting jeans I’ve added to my closet in YEARS (yes, they’re that good!!) They’re high-waisted but not too high with just the right amount of stretch. That stretch makes them super comfortable but they also hold their shape well throughout the day. They are the perfect length for showing off your favorite pair of heels and you can wear them with ankle booties later on when the temps start to drop! I wear a size 24 and they fit true to size.

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BROWN HEELS:

How fabulous are these chocolate brown kitten heels!? They combine 2 of the hottest trends for fall 2024 into the perfect autumn heel. The pointed toe will elongate your legs and they have a great price point. If you want to rock 2-trends-in-one, these killer heels are the perfect option!

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Over 40 fashion influencer wearing a suede moto jacket with straight leg jeans and kitten heels.

SUEDE BOMBER JACKET(XS)//  TANK (XS)  // AGOLDE JEANS (24) //  HEELS //  HANDBAG – FOR LESS

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CHOCOLATE BROWN SUEDE BOMBER JACKET:

Look No.2 showcasing chocolate brown as the new black features another gorgeous piece of outerwear. This suede bomber jacket is from Fabrique and believe me when I say this material is insanely soft. The fit is perfectly oversized and I love the patch pockets! This fabulous third layer will certainly elevate your next fall look! I wear an XS and it fits true to size.

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Dallas fashion influencer wearing a gorgeous leather jacket in a chocolate brown shade because chocolate brown is the new black.

BROWN BOMBER JACKET (XS)//  STRAPLESS TOP (XS)  // FRAME JEANS (24) //  HEELS //  HANDBAG – FOR LESS

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ARITIZIA BROWN LEATHER BOMBER JACKET:

Look No. 3 showing chocolate brown as the new black features this fabulous chocolate brown leather bomber jacket from Aritzia. The ribbed hem snatches in your waist and the minimal hardware gives it a sleek vibe. I styled it with my favorite jeans by Khaite and an edgy studded belt. I wear an XS and it fits true to size.

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BROWN STRAPLESS TOP:

This brown strapless top is also from Aritizia and is such a great layering piece! The fit is super flattering, and it’s available in over 20 colors! Honestly, it’s like a second skin and has a price tag of only $40!  It looks chic styled alone or paired underneath the chocolate brown leather bomber jacket above. I wear an XS and it fits true to size.

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Dallas fashion stylist for women over 40 wearing a matching blazer & shorts set in a gorgeous chocolate brown shade.

BROWN BLAZER (XS)// TAN BODYSUIT (XS) // BROWN SKORT (XS) // HANDBAG // SIMILAR HEELS 

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BROWN BLAZER ON SALE:

This matching set from Camila Coelho is such a great way to wear this trend! The blazer has a flattering oversized fit and a slightly padded shoulder gives it just the right amount of structure. This blazer is the perfect third layer to be worn over the shoulders with a few gold accessories to tie it all together. I wear a size XS and it fits true to size.

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BROWN SHORTS:

The matching skort to the blazer above is just as flattering and in the same gorgeous shade. The included belt can be removed and there are even functional pockets! The material is so soft and comfortable for all day wear. I wear an XS and it fits true to size.

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Dallas fashion blogger wearing a pair of chocolate brown Spanx joggers with a faded black denim jacket and Nike shoes because chocolate brown is the new black.

DENIM JACKET (XS) //  T SHIRT(XS)  // SPANX JOGGERS (XS) //  SNEAKERS //  HAT

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CHOCOLATE BROWN JOGGERS BY SPANX:

My last look showcasing chocolate brown as the new black features the latest star of my casual wear rotation! These joggers from Spanx are crazy comfortable and I love the high-waisted slim fit because that makes them actually flattering! They run tts, I’m wearing a size XS regular.

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XOXO, HEATHER

My mission is to empower women to look and feel confident. I hope through the different looks I create that I am able to inspire YOU to express yourself in a way that makes YOU feel good – on the inside and on the out. If you wear what you love and what you feel your best in your confidence will shine through and that is the best accessory a woman can wear! Every woman deserves to look and feel like the best versions of themselves, no matter what their age!

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