Sofia Richie Just Broke This Major Fashion "Rule" in the Most Elegant Way
Stepping out over the weekend, Sofia Richie Grainge broke what some might call a cardinal sin of fashion, but she did tap into some growing trends in the process. Styling an elegant tonal look, Richie Grainge opted for a warm brown coat in a thick wool fabric which she wore with brown leather trousers in a slightly deeper shade.
Whilst a tonal pairing would never cause alarm, it was her choice of accessories that could evoke some tutting from particular style circles (not ones we'd ever want to be a part of, FYI). Peppering her brown outfit with black accessories, the poster girl for quiet luxury rejected the age-old fashion rule of never wearing black and brown together, proving that these classic neutral shades do in fact complement one another. In our opinion, anyone who forbids the pairing of black and brown neglects to understand that this overlooked combo is an elegant base for winter styling. Ideal for layering with light cream or gold accents, the two colours work together to bring depth and warmth to an outfit.
On Sofia Richie Grainge: The Row Polli Double-Breasted Wool and Cashmere-Blend Coat (£1885); Bottega Veneta
Medium Solstice Shoulder Bag (£3140)
Richie Grainge opted for a short peacoat from The Row to pair with her brown leather trousers. The chocolate-brown colour trend has been on the rise this season for its expensive-looking and easy-to-style qualities, which Richie Grainge proves excellently with this look. Completing her weekend outfit, the modern-day style icon opted for black kitten-heel boots, a black Solstice Shoulder Bag from Bottega Veneta and large gold earrings.
Read on to shop the look along with our edit of brilliant brown coats.
SHOP SOFIA RICHIE GRAINGE'S BROWN AND BLACK OUTFIT:
This short wool coat is ideal for transeasonal styling.
Delicious-looking chocolate brown pieces are going nowhere, and we couldn't be happier.
Kitten-heels boots are the chicest way to insulate from the cold this winter.
Whilst the black version of this impossibly chic bag is out of stock, the olive green is a personal favourite (and also looks great with brown and black).
SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST BROWN COATS:
This chic wool coat falls on the larger side, so consider opting for a size down.
A belted coat is my only hope for staying warm on biting January days.
This structured, double-breasted coat will polish up any outfit.
Style with warm beige tones to tap into the latte colour trend.
This minimalistic yet dramatic coat will do all of the hard work for you.
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Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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