Move Aside, Pastels: Outfits With This Unexpected Spring Color Are Infinitely Chicer

Photo collage of monochrome brown outfits on the runway for the Spring Summer 2025 season.
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As much as we’ve all fallen head over heels for pretty pastel hues this spring, there’s one color that’s been a little overlooked: brown. We’ve all been reaching for powder pink and butter yellow, but let’s face it—brown has kind of gotten a bad rap. It’s often seen as, well, just brown. A bit of a boring choice on the color wheel. But this spring? That’s all changing.

Now, don’t get me wrong. I’m still all about my delicate pastels and classic black pieces. (I am a New Yorker, after all.) They’re timeless, right? But with the warmer weather rolling in, it feels like the perfect time for a little update. Enter the warm, cozy shades of brown. Think caramel, camel, and deep chocolate tones. These are the neutrals that are about to steal the show this season, and trust me, you’ll want a whole new wardrobe of them. So I’ve rounded up some seriously stylish, runway-approved outfits featuring this surprisingly chic neutral.

Brown Skirt Set

Photo of all-brown outfit for the Spring 2025 season.

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Brown Bomber Jacket and Bubble Skirt

Photo of all-brown outfit for the Spring 2025 season.

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Brown Moto Jacket and Miniskirt

Photo of all-brown outfit for the Spring 2025 season.

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Brown Sheer Dress and Cozy Coat

Photo of all-brown outfit for the Spring 2025 season.

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Brown Jacket and Shorts Set

Photo of all-brown outfit for the Spring 2025 season.

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Brown Wool Jacket and Miniskirt

Photo of all-brown outfit for the Spring 2025 season.

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Brown Linen Dress and Gladiator Sandals

Photo of all-brown outfit for the Spring 2025 season.

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Ana Escalante
Associate Features Editor

Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor known for her sharp takes on fashion and culture. She’s covered everything from Copenhagen Fashion Week to Roe v. Wade protests as the Editorial Assistant at Glamour after earning her journalism degree at the University of Florida in 2021. At Who What Wear, Ana mixes wit with unapologetic commentary in long-form fashion and beauty content, creating pieces that resonate with a digital-first generation. If it’s smart, snarky, and unexpected, chances are her name’s on it.