Black or brown ankle boots : how to wear them this autumn/winter 2026 ?

Black or brown? This autumn/winter 2026, there’s no need to choose: your wardrobe needs both. Black ankle boots go with almost any outfit, from the office to evenings out. Brown ankle boots, from chocolate to cognac, warm up every look and stand out as the defining shade of winter. Here’s our advice on wearing both with style, and knowing which pair to reach for depending on your outfits and occasions.

Go for black ankle boots if you want a pair to wear in any situation. They pair with almost every colour, from neutrals like grey and navy to bolder shades like red. A safe bet for a first pair, they can be worn all year round and visually lengthen the legs.

Choose brown ankle boots if your wardrobe is mostly camel, beige, khaki or denim. They bring a natural touch to autumn outfits and work beautifully with ecru, forest green or rust.

Black ankle boots stay with you all week long. The secret: match the style to the outfit, not the other way round. At the office, team your black ankle boots with black tailored trousers and a cosy grey knit that softens the look. At the weekend, slip heeled ankle boots under black flared jeans: only the toe peeks out, and the silhouette stretches from waist to floor. A sand-coloured top breaks up the black.

With a dress, go for a total black look by playing with textures and sheerness: black sheer tights, Chelsea boots with lug soles and a long coat on top. For an evening out, swap the boots for heeled ankle boots, a dressier choice.

The best match for brown ankle boots? Denim, raw or faded. Their other playground: tone-on-tone, in every shade of brown.

Go double denim: a raw denim shirt and jeans, paired with camel or cognac ankle boots that warm up the blue. A red top layered underneath, peeking out at the cuffs, lifts the whole look. With light-wash jeans, opt for a pair in chocolate suede, the standout material of autumn/winter, and match that same colour with a suede jacket.

For tone-on-tone done right, pair pointed dark brown ankle boots with a chocolate knit and ecru straight-leg trousers. The chocolate wraps the silhouette, the ecru brightens it. An easy combination that takes you from the working day to dinner without changing shoes.

This autumn/winter 2026, it’s not a contest: brown and black go hand in hand. Velvet, suede, grained or aged leather: materials abound. Pointed toes are everywhere, without dethroning the round toe.

In brown, winter’s perfect formula comes down to three pieces: dark raw denim jeans, a butter yellow knit and chocolate ankle boots. Yellow brings the light, denim the structure, brown the depth. Velvet for sophistication, suede for softness, grained leather for character: each brings its own touch. To finish the look, a chocolate leather bag echoes the boots.

In black, ankle boots are all about detail: ruching on the shaft, a silver toe cap, a square toe in aged leather. Worn under wide-leg pleated trousers, with a roll-neck and a long wool coat, they create the ultimate Parisian uniform. Fancy a more relaxed look? Flat ankle boots with thick soles, like black Chelsea boots, slip under a long wool skirt with a chunky jumper. Comfort, without sacrificing style.

Black for versatility, brown for warmth: each has its role in your winter wardrobe. Discover all our women’s boots and ankle boots on jonak-paris.com and in JONAK boutiques. And to find your perfect pair, explore our advice on heel height and caring for your ankle boots