The Dotique Style Guide
What to Wear with Brown Trousers
Try brown trousers with cream knitwear, a white shirt, pale blue or a brighter pink. Here are five outfits for weekends, work and dinner, with each pair of trousers and its matching top ready to shop.
Five Brown Trouser Outfits You Can Shop at Dotique
Not sure what to wear with brown trousers? Here are five complete pairings we've put together from our collections, from easy knitwear for weekends to a blouse for dinner. Tap either piece to see its sizes and details.
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The Soft-Neutrals Weekend Look
Wear the espresso Stella velvets with this oatmeal jumper for a warm, easy combination. Add cream trainers or ankle boots; the velvet gives the outfit a lovely bit of texture.
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The Smart Lunch or Work Look
A crisp white Barbour shirt with dark-brown Bella K trousers is the sort of outfit you'll reach for again and again. Tuck in the shirt at the front and wear with loafers.
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The Brown and Blue Combination
Deep-brown MAC Dream jeans look lovely with the soft atmosphere-blue Vitow cardigan. Wear a simple white T-shirt underneath and finish with trainers.
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The Colour-Rich Wide-Leg Look
Try the truffle-brown MAC cords with the Carmine Oui jumper for a richer take on autumn colour. A little front tuck helps define the waist; add ankle boots.
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The Going-Out Outfit
The espresso faux-leather Caitlina trousers and this fuchsia satin blouse are a striking combination for dinner. Keep the shoes simple with black ankle boots and let the colour do the work.
Prices are shown as listed when this guide was updated. Please check individual product pages for current prices and available sizes.
What Colours Go With Brown Trousers?
You don’t need a whole new wardrobe to make brown work. These are the combinations we’d start with:
Cream & WhiteA cream knit or white shirt keeps chocolate brown looking fresh. Add gold jewellery if you like a warmer finish.
Pale Blue & Denim BlueA pale blue shirt with deep brown is a favourite combination at Dotique. A denim shirt works just as well for weekends.
Soft PinkTry blush or dusty pink with espresso trousers. It’s lovely in a fine knit, or a blouse for dinner.
BurgundyRich brown and burgundy make a beautiful autumn pairing. Keep shoes simple in brown or black.
NavyYour navy jumper works with brown denim, cords or tailoring. A white shirt underneath breaks up the darker shades.
BlackYes, you can wear black with brown. A black knit and black boots look particularly good with chocolate or espresso trousers.
If you like the blue combination, browse our Brown & Blue Edit for pieces to wear together. You can also explore the Brown Edit for more ways to wear this colour.
What Shoes Work with Brown Trousers?
Try cream trainers with velvet or denim, loafers with a slim ankle-length trouser, and a neat ankle boot beneath a wide leg. Black shoes work with deep brown too. Check where the hem falls with the shoes you plan to wear.
Choose The Brown Trousers You’ll Actually Wear
Choose velvet, a shorter pull-on, stretch denim, wide-leg cord or faux leather. Compare the shapes below, then open the product page to choose your size.
For Soft Velvet & Everyday Wear
Red Button Stella Velvet
£69
If you want one pair to wear with knits now and a blouse for dinner, start here. The espresso shade and soft cotton-rich velvet make Stella a lovely place to begin.
The fit: High rise, regular fit and a tapered leg. 31-inch inside leg, with a little stretch.
Wear with: A cream jumper and trainers by day; a pink blouse and ankle boots in the evening.
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For A Shorter Leg & Pull-On Comfort
Robell Bella K Petite
£54.99
A neat dark-brown trouser for work, lunch or days when you want a smooth waistband without a zip or buttons.
The fit: Slim leg, pull-on waist and stretch fabric. The 73cm inside leg is designed for a shorter fit.
Wear with: A pale blue shirt and loafers, or a longer cream knit and ankle boots.
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For Fans Of Stretch Denim
MAC Dream Deep Brown Jeans
£129
Love the feel of jeans but fancy a change from blue? This deep-brown pair brings MAC’s super-stretch denim into your autumn wardrobe.
The fit: A slim silhouette with stretch. Check the product page for your size and leg length; the edit includes 30- and 32-inch options.
Wear with: A striped top, navy knit or denim shirt, with cream trainers.
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For A Relaxed Wide Leg
MAC Wide Baby Cord
£119
Soft baby cord in truffle brown, with room through the leg and a little stretch. A lovely choice if you prefer a looser shape to slim jeans.
The fit: Mid rise and a relaxed wide leg. This style has a 30-inch inside leg.
Wear with: A shorter burgundy cardigan or a tucked-in cream top, with boots.
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For Dinner & A Curved-Leg Shape
Red Button Caitlina Faux Leather
£69
For a dressier brown trouser, try espresso faux leather. The curved shape gives a simple blouse-and-boots outfit something extra.
The fit: High rise, regular fit and a curved leg. The 28-inch length gives a cropped finish, depending on your height.
Wear with: A soft pink blouse or black fine knit and heeled ankle boots.
Choose Your SizePrices shown are in GBP. See each product page for current prices, sizes and availability. If your size has gone, browse the full Brown Trouser Edit for more options.
A Little Help With Sizing
Check both your waist size and the inside leg before ordering. Compare the length with a pair you already enjoy wearing, and think about which shoes you’ll wear with them.
MAC’s size conversions can differ between styles, so use the UK size shown on the individual product page. Our MAC jeans guide explains more.
Between sizes or unsure about the shape? Ask the Dotique team with the style you’re considering, your usual UK size and preferred leg length.
Before You Order
UK delivery: standard delivery is £4.99 and free on orders over £200. See our delivery information for times and international options.
Online returns: items can be returned within 14 days of receipt, unworn and unwashed, with tags attached. Return postage is paid by the customer. Read our Returns & Exchanges Policy for full details.
Your Brown Trouser Questions
What top should I wear with brown wide-leg trousers?
A shorter knit, tucked shirt or softly fitted top helps show the waist and balance the wider leg. Cream, pale blue, pink and burgundy are all good starting points.
Can I wear brown trousers beyond autumn?
Yes. Switch heavier knits for a white T-shirt or linen shirt, and wear lighter trousers with trainers or sandals. Choose the fabric for the weather; the colour works throughout the year.
Where can I try brown trousers on?
Visit Dotique in Chesterfield or Witney. Stock varies between boutiques, so contact us before travelling if you have a particular style and size in mind.
Start With The Pair That Suits Your Day
Soft velvet for everyday, a neat pull-on for work or a wide cord for weekends. Choose the shape you already love, then try it in brown.