Chocolate brown suede is having a very good fall—and the Steve Madden Dusty in Chocolate Brown Suede is exactly the kind of boot I want to wear with everything right now.
The deep brown feels rich + luxurious, while the suede adds that texture that makes even the simplest outfit feel more considered.
If you're looking for an alternative to black this season, this is it.
WHY I LOVE IT
Rich chocolate brown suede
Adds gorgeous texture to a fall wardrobe
A softer, warmer alternative to black
Beautiful with denim, cream + camel
Works with dresses, skirts + fall knits
Easy enough for everyday
A color + material combination that won't feel dated next year
DEAR LUCY EDIT
CHOCOLATE BROWN + SUEDE. DOES FALL GET ANY BETTER? 🤎
I'd wear the Dusty with dark wide-leg denim + a crisp white shirt + camel sweater for that easy, layered fall look.
Or go tonal with cream trousers + a chocolate knit, letting the suede add another layer of texture.
And with a long printed dress + oversized cardigan? So good.
This is why I always loved buying suede for fall. It doesn't just add another color to an outfit—it adds depth.
RICH. TEXTURED. VERY FALL. MAKES MY STEVE MADDEN BUY. ✓
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