Editors Are Turning to These Trendy Brown Sneakers for Fall
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Newer to the sneaker scene is this Tory Burch Field sneaker. The low-profile silhouette is sleek and trendy—the kind of style you can wear with pleated trousers and still look put together.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: Cognac Brown, Light Cream, Loutre Gray
Materials: Leather, textile, rubber
Why not try the trend in suede? This Alohas sneaker has a rugged build, adding a sporty-chic touch to your ensemble, and its leather construction distinguishes it from a simple athletic sneaker.
Sizes: 5-11.5
Colors: Brown, Cream
Materials: Leather, rubber
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The Riviera sneaker is lightweight and easy to slip into. If you’re unsure how to style a chestnut or an oat color, this rich mocha brown may be easier to match with what’s in your closet.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: Espresso
Materials: Leather, textile, rubber
Adidas Sambas hardly need an introduction, and while the cult-favorite brand has plenty of brown sneakers, we find this espresso version in pebbled leather to be a new classic. You’ll get plenty of wear out of it long after the trend has died down.
Sizes: 5-15
Colors: 20 options
Materials: Leather, synthetic materials, rubber
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Another trend worth knowing? Mismatched laces. On this brown sneaker, you’ll find both green and white shoelaces securing your foot. The leather also has a lived-in appearance and will easily hide any future scuffs.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: 6 options
Materials: Leather, synthetic materials
Rag & Bone’s Retro Runners, with their OrthoLite footbeds and curved heels, offer tons of support and comfort. You can log plenty of steps in these without your feet getting tired.
Sizes: 5.5-10.5
Colors: Mocha, Black, Mustard
Materials: Recycled polyester, textile, leather, recycled rubber
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Sam Edelman brings back the nostalgic Velcro-strapped sneaker and gives it a mature twist. You can find the style in this light brown shade or a darker espresso color, among plenty of other options.
Sizes: 4-14
Colors: 17 options
Materials: Leather, rubber
Gucci challenged itself to create the slimmest, most lightweight sneaker, and came up with the Shift sneaker. The streamlined silhouette is made of a breathable, mesh-like fabric at the top, and you’ll find the brand’s signature stripes on the side as well.
Sizes: 4-12
Colors: Brown, Lilac, Light Yellow, White Canvas
Materials: Nylon, Suede, Technical fabric
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Another slim sneaker to consider is this one by Coach. Unlike other options, this shoe is brown from heel to toe—laces included. It also has a lightweight EVA rubber outsole, providing traction during your walks.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: Shadow Brown
Materials: Leather, rubber
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Designer sneakers aren’t always worth the investment, but a brown suede, slim-fit sneaker will never fail to look put together, making this Prada trainer a viable purchase.
Sizes: 5-11.5
Colors: Brown, Pomice
Materials: Leather, suede, rubber
The newest It shoe on the scene: the Miu Miu Allacciate sneaker. The beloved designer is no stranger to creating viral must-have shoes, and this unique shape is no exception. We recommend getting your hands on it before it sells out like all its predecessors.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: Cognac, Black
Materials: Leather, rubber
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We know that retro sneakers are in right now, and what’s more vintage-coded than the Puma Speedcat sneaker? Revived from the brand’s archive collection, these chestnut shoes deserve another round of consideration.
Sizes: 5-12
Colors: Haute Coffee, Red/White
Materials: Suede, rubber
This chunky sneaker comes in a range of brown tones, including this warmer shade of chestnut or a lighter oat. Its rugged sole doesn’t just look cool, it softens your foot’s landing and eases the blow on your ankles.
Sizes: 5.5-18.5
Colors: 8 options
Materials: Mesh, suede, rubber
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