What Color Shoes To Wear With A Brown Dress
Are you headed to a formal event and want to wear your favorite brown dress, but have no clue what color shoes to wear? Or do you have a comfy brown sundress you need the perfect sandals for?
We’ve got you covered!
From formal outfits to casual outfits, I’m excited to share what color shoes to wear with a brown dress.
As women, we have a lot that goes into creating a great look! Not only do we have to pick out the perfect dress, but also the perfect shoes and accessories to finalize the outfit.
With so many different styles of shoes out there, it can be hard o figure out which works best with each outfit. And if that’s not enough, deciding on a color is a whole other project!
Additionally, there are several other components that go into choosing the perfect outfit, which make a huge difference in the overall look!
To put a great outfit together, you may want to start by choosing the color combination you want to go with for your event.
Do you want to go with a warm color, earth tones, bright colors, darker shades, lighter shades, or maybe even a combination of different colors?
Depending on the event in which you are attending, your choices may change.
For special occasions or formal events, a pair of dress shoes or some high heels would be a great option while for a casual t-shirt dress, a great pair of flats might do the trick.
And men wonder why it takes us a long time to get ready?!
Let’s dive in and talk about our shoe color options for a brown dress.
What Color Shoes to Wear with a Brown Dress
When wearing brown clothes, especially a brown dress, you may have less to choose from when it comes to shoes. However, you can still have that pop of color if you prefer.
Black
Black shoes are one of the safest options for basically any dress color, including brown.
If you’re wearing a brown sweater dress black booties are a great option. For a brown ball gown or wedding guest dress, black ankle strap heels are a no-brainer.
However, if you’re looking for a black shoe that is somewhere in between casual and dressy, a low heel, semi-chunky sandal is the way to go.
Additionally, a good pair of black shoes is perfect for pairing with black pants, so you get more bang for your buck.
Whichever shoe style you choose, you really can’t go wrong with the color black.
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Brown
Do you prefer a monochromatic all brown look? No sweat – you can absolutely wear a pair of brown shoes with a brown dress.
If you want to wear a dark brown dress with dark brown shoes, go for it! Lighter brown dress with light brown shoes? Perfect!
When going the monochromatic route choosing the right shoe style is often harder than choosing the right shoe shade.
For example, in winter months, brown leather shoes such as booties and Chelsea boots are great options for sweater dresses whereas in summer, a wedge would be a better option.
So, once you’ve decided on the exact dress you want to wear, look for shoes that complement the style first and then see if you can find them in the exact shade you want.
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Gold
If you have to put together a more formal look and want to wear a brown dress, gold shoes are a great way to do that.
Gold shoes come in many formal wear styles and they are a perfect complement to brown dresses of all shades.
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Silver
Metallic shoes are synonymous with formal dresses. The combination almost always works. However, it’s not the only option.
When it comes to brown dresses, one of the most important things to consider is the shade of brown.
While a dark chocolate brown dress would look better with black shoes or shoes in a shade of brown, a brown dress in a copper hue looks great with silver shoes.
Additionally, a suede grey shoe would also look great with a brown dress in a shade like the above.
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White
You don’t have to limit yourself to wearing white shoes in the summer months. For example, white booties can be worn all year round and are an excellent choice to pair with a brown sweater dress in the winter months.
Alternatively, there are plenty of white sandal styles that are great for all different types of dresses. White wedges, white lace-up heels, and white sneakers are all great options, pending the style of your dress.
If you’re not into stark white, cream, ivory, and off-white shoes are all great options as well.
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Tan
Tan and beige shoes and most other neutral colors will look great with a brown dress.
Tan is the best color to keep in your wardrobe year-round because it’s incredibly versatile and you can choose between a lighter shade of tan or a darker one.
A great aspect of tan shoes is that there are so many different shades, you can opt for the one that works best with your skin tone.
Darker tones will elongate the legs of those with a darker skin tone and the same goes for light tan shoes on someone with a lighter skin tone.
Additionally, tan shoes come in so many different shoe styles. From strappy heels to pumps, wedges, and everything in between, you’re sure to find one that suits your personal style.
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Blue
If you prefer a pop of color, blue will definitely do the trick. Depending on the shade of brown you’re wearing, there are plenty of blue hues to choose from.
Add in a flirty detail link a bow on the back of the heel or rhinestones on the straps for even more flair.
Green
You don’t have to wait for Christmas to bust out the green accessories.
A lime green shoe like the one below is perfect for pairing with a chocolate brown dress in summer and a deep emerald green chunky heel is perfect for more formal occasions.
Orange
While it may come as a surprise, orange and brown actually work quite well together. Specifically, coffee brown and chocolate brown pair beautifully with orange.
Because brown is a neutral shade, it pairs well with most bright, bold colors. The most important thing to consider when pairing the two together is the shade of each one.
Additionally, when pairing brown with orange, be mindful of the accessories you plan to wear.
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Red
Red exudes confidence and can take any basic dress from boring to sexy. Not to mention, the options for styles are virtually endless.
Whether you prefer a low block heel, a strappy lace-up heel, or a classic pump, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Pink
Pairing pink shoes with a brown dress may seem like an odd combination, but when styled properly can create a great look.
If you have a love of bold, unique looks, this combination is one to consider.
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Yellow
Wearing yellow shoes is a playful pairing for a brown dress. While brown is typically a color we see worn in fall and winter, a pop of yellow will bring in that fun and bold element you typically see more in the summer months.
If your dress is light brown, you may want to go with a bolder, neon yellow shoe. Neon pumps like these are so fun and unexpected!
If you have a brown dress that has some muted yellow tones or embellishments, a shoe with a pastel or subdued yellow might be the best choice.
A pair of yellow sneakers will bring in a funkier, eclectic, more casual look, so whichever look is more your vibe, go for it!
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Clear shoes have been all the rage lately. Obviously, with no hue involved, they are an excellent match for virtually any color you wear.
Additionally, clear is sexy! If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to amp up a more moderate or conservative brown dress, clear shoes is a great way to do so.
You can find clear shoes in just about any style these days and at varying price points. Here are a few options we’re loving lately.
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Animal Print
Animal print shoes are a great choice for a brown dress. Often, you’ll see brown woven into many of the animal print styles. This makes it easy to pair them with a brown dress.
Snaksin and leopard animal print shoes in particular would be great choices for a brown bodycon dress, tie-waist dress, or sweater dress.
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FAQs
Which color heels would be best to go with any outfit?
A neutral-hued heel would be a great staple shoe to have in your closet not just for a brown dress, but for any color dress.
Neutral/nude shoes go well with all colors, prints, and patterns, so it’s a good idea to have a pair you can rely on when you need a great fallback option.
How should I go about choosing a shoe color for my dress?
An old rule to follow is to choose your base color first.
Maybe you want to choose your dress before choosing your shoe (or the other way around, that is your personal preference), just be sure you choose a shoe that is one shade darker than your outfit.
What color accessories do you wear with a brown dress?
For jewelry, gold works great. However, depending on the shoes and handbag you choose, silver is also a great choice.
For handbags, neutrals are your best friend, but it’s always important to consider your shoe color as well.
When in doubt, match your handbag to your shoes. This is the best way to ensure the overall look is balanced.
Conclusion
The good news is, there are no set-in-stone or right and wrong answers when it comes to when shoe colors to wear with a brown dress.
You don’t have to limit yourself to neutral shoe colors and actually, experimenting with combinations is a great way to make a final decision.
Always remember, the occasion and season are the main factors when it comes to the style of shoes you choose.
When it comes to shoe colors, have fun with them and see what works best for the weather and occasion.
Hopefully, you now feel more confident figuring out what color shoes to wear with a brown dress.
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