No longer just a supporting neutral, brown bags have solidified their status as a wardrobe staple in recent seasons, and in some cases, surpassed black bags as the accessory of choice. No doubt “mocha mousse”, Pantone’s colour of the year, had some sway in brown becoming the new black; likewise, the heightened interest in earthy-toned, boho-leaning looks, following Chemena Kamali’s triumphant takeover at Chloé.

Vogue ’s best brown bags at a glance

Best brown tote bag Ami Etienne Hobo Bag Jump to product

Best brown suede bag Kurt Geiger London Large Chelsea Slouch Hobo Bag Jump to product

Best brown bowling bag & Other Stories Leather Bowling Bag Jump to product

On the runways, bags rendered in chocolate and hazelnut shades emerged at Acne Studios – the Swedish fashion house’

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