If you’ve ever strolled through the bustling streets of New York during the crisp fall and winter months, you might have noticed New Yorkers’ affinity for black attire, especially boots. This season, however, there’s a delightful shift as New York trendsetters like Katie Holmes are opting for warmer, earthier tone-colored boots. The hue I’m talking about is brown.

Just yesterday, Holmes was seen in New York City, fully embracing the brown boot trend. She styled her lug-sole ankle boots with straight-leg jeans and an embroidered crewneck sweater layered over a crisp white button-down shirt, all while carrying a stylish tan tote bag. Her choice seems not a solitary one; numerous fashion people across Manhattan are similarly donning brown boots, artfully combining them with denim and cozy sweaters for a chic yet relaxed look.

If this footwear trend has sparked your interest and you’re eager to find a pair, keep scrolling to discover how Holmes and other fashion-forward New Yorkers are styling their brown boots. Additionally, don’t miss the opportunity to browse some standout shoe options for your wardrobe. For even more boot shopping, check out ISA, Who What Wear’s new intelligent shopping assistant.)

Katie Holmes wears a navy sweater, white button-down shirt, blue straight-leg jeans, brown boots, and a tan tote bag.

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How other New Yorkers are wearing brown boots

Jen wears a green barn coat, brown bag, blue jeans, and brown suede boots.

Telsha is wearing an army green sweatshirt, cargo pants, and brown combat boots.

Nikki wears a black sweater, blue jeans, brown suede knee-high boots, and a brown bally bag.

Ella wears jeans, brown patent leather boots, a shearling vest, and brown sweater.

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