As we’ve said, brown will always look good as part of a tonal outfit. However, brown blazers (and tailoring in general) also work very nicely with denim and chambray. A brown blazer, chambray shirt, tonal blue tie and navy trousers are a surefire showstopper.

Brown Shoes

After NSFW content, we’re quietly confident “how to wear brown shoes” is up there in Google’s most searched terms. While things will change slightly season on season, there are some hard and fast rules, which you’d do well to commit to memory.

“The humble brown shoe can be a tricky piece of footwear to have in your collection, always being the second choice behind the staple black Derby or brogue,” says Reiss brand stylist Paul Higgins. “Fear not though, dressing your brown shoes is as simple as pairing them with a navy or pinstripe suit, which is a sleek, timeless combination.”

If you want to get all #menswear on us though, it’s time for some brown sky thinking. Higgins recommends going double with your brown to give things a more trend-led feel. “Rev up some classic tan shoes by combining them with light brown tailoring. Seen from the likes of high-end designers such as Gucci and Camoshita to high-street giants Zara and Massimo Dutti, tonal brown looks are surprisingly easy to wear – just make sure your brown shoe is a lighter or darker shade than your suit.”

Brown Tie

Brown may not be the most common colour when it comes to neckties, but once you see how good it can look, it’s difficult to see why. Rocking a brown tie is a neat way to make a style statement without sticking out with a sore thumb. It lets people know you’re not afraid of experimenting with your wardrobe, but also that you know where to draw the line in order to keep things tasteful.

At first thought, it’s tricky to imagine what might work with a brown tie, but in reality, the options are plentiful. Brown lends itself well to blue, so pairing with a navy or pale blue shirt or tailoring (or both) is always going to be a good option. For a more winter-friendly option, pick a knitted tie and team it with a crisp white shirt. You can then build on the theme of texture by wearing it with a thick wool suit. Incorporate a pattern for bonus points.