The Best Brown Ankle Boots For Winter 2024, According to a Fashion Editor

published 16 October 2024

Black ankle boots for Autumn? Groundbreaking. Don’t get me wrong, my collection of these reliable wardrobe staples has outnumbered other styles, but there is another cocoa hue that has been populating my Instagram Explore page. Spotted on the autumn/winter 2024 runways at Gucci, Miu Miu, and Loewe in various silhouettes, from sleek ankle styles to chunkier moto-inspired designs, brown is officially a go-to autumn shade and I can see why.

Brown feels like a chic antidote to the harsh black that can add weight to some outfits. Not only that but there isn’t just one shade of brown to play with. Whether it’s a deep chocolate hue or a lighter tan, brown delivers that soft quiet luxury to the layers that will only get heavier as we head into the cooler months.

Let’s talk versatility. Do brown ankle boots compliment the autumn palette of warm neutrals, rust tones and deep greens? Yes, they do. I have a particular love affair with burgundy aka one the biggest trending colours for autumn and I can already see myself dashing out for a spicy chai latte wearing a long maroon wool coat, barrel-leg navy wash jeans and a pair of suede brown ankle boots.

After further scrolling through Instagram and Pinterest, I noticed that brown boots lend themselves particularly well to a mix of textures. I have already mentioned suede but think buttery-soft leather, edgy patent and even croc-embossed finishes. Whether paired with tailored trousers or denim, brown ankle boots are a key feature this season, working perfectly with casual and more elevated looks.

Already adopted by the style set including Mimi Nguyen, Coco Bassey and Grece Ghanem, see this as your cue to find your perfect pair of brown ankle boots now. Scroll on to shop the best pairs on the market right now, as curated by me, as fashion editor.

How To Wear Brown Ankle Boots This Winter:

Mimi wear heeled suede ankle boots with double denim

Style Notes: If you're picking up a suede pair of brown ankle boots this season, Mimi has the perfect outfit for you in the form of double denim. Easy and stylish, we love it.

Style Notes: Combining different shades of brown and a variety of rich textures, Grece has taken her chunky boots to another level. Keep the blend of hues in the same colour family for the ultimate nod to quiet luxury.

Georgia wears brown ankle boots with an all black look

Style Notes: Think pairing black with brown is against the rules? Think again. Georgia's brown patent ankle boots pop against an all-black ensemble - a great way to add a point of difference to a classic look.

Coco matches leather brown ankle boots to a Hermes Kelly bag

Style Notes: From ankle boots to this dreamy Hermès Kelly bag, stick to similar shades of brown for an off-duty polished fit. Extra style points if you offset these rich chocolate hues against denim.

Emilie wears brown suede Gucci horsebit ankle boots

Style Notes: When Gucci re-imagined the signature 'Sylke' loafers as ankle boots, we knew they would be an instant hit. Do like Emilie and style with a midi skirt and socks for extra comfort.