Breadcrumbs [Home](/index%2Ephp/) > [How To Wear Brown Now](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/2821) ![How To Wear Brown Now](https://media.slman.com/xMYzy-mMCzjMR1CoGMuwVIwtO68=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F04%2Fsl-man-site-assets-thumb-how-t-wear-brown.png) Photography: Victoria Adamson [Fashion](/index%2Ephp/style/fashion) / 24 April 2024 # How To Wear Brown Now It’s time to let brown shine. Versatile and flattering, the 70s’ favourite shade is being redeployed by go-ahead guys as a subtle change-up from today’s standard-issue neutrals. Here’s Maiya with three cool looks to get you started… Photography: Victoria Adamson All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. ![](https://media.slman.com/PcymVhNPjwaGd5a-1320mvwPHHM=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2024%2F04%2Fsl-man-240424-maiya-brown-shot01.jpg) For an alternative to navy or beige, try a brown suit this spring. 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