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The Chocolate Brown Suede Bag Is Coming for Your Classic Black Handbag This Fall


It’s the new wardrobe staple all the fashion insiders will be carrying this fall and winter.
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When it comes to handbags, dark chocolate brown is the new black as far as the upcoming fall-winter trends are concerned. It makes sense: A brown purse is just as sophisticated and “quiet luxury” as a black one, but the neutral shade has a little more warmth and texture that works with nearly everything in your wardrobe. It’s the new must-have closet staple, simply put.

We’re seeing chocolate brown taking over everything for fall, from jackets to skirts to boots—but if you buy just one piece in this color, make it a brown suede bag. The silhouette doesn't matter here, either. Go with whatever you like best, whether that’s a small structured tote or a large fringed catchall.

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The chocolate brown suede bag has already conquered fashion insiders around the world. We saw the accessory nonstop at Copenhagen Fashion Week, and it’s been popping up more and more in our social media feeds on the arms of our favorite style influencers.

If you really want to embrace the bohemian look (another big trend for fall), then the best version of this bag would be maxi-sized and suede. If you’re more the quiet-luxury type, go for a classic structured tote. Either way, it’ll become your favorite day-to-day bag.

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As for how to style this bag? Well, judging by the outfits shared above, the answer is “with your favorite basics.” The look is anything but boring—’90s minimalism is more popular than ever, and a chocolate brown bag fits in well with the aesthetic. In short, this accessory is somehow as fashion forward and trendy as it is totally classic.