As someone who regularly wears taupe, sand and rust tones, I'm always surprised when I hear someone describe neutrals as "boring". Of course, if you're used to saturated styling and naturally gravitate toward punchy hues, I can understand how an all-beige outfit could feel a tad lacklustre. But I'm also convinced that camel is just about the chicest shade on the colour wheel, and along with its fellow warm neutrals or cream and beige, it can look incredibly expensive.
We're all familiar with the expression "less is more". While there's certainly a place for maximalist dressing, sticking to a low-key colour palette is the secret to looking put-together with minimal effort. In fact, some of the most impactful outfits I've saved on Instagram lately consist of just two or three muted shades. Once you have this base, you can then elevate it with touches of gold-toned jewellery and luxury accessories. Simple.
To kick-start your neutrals journey, I've assembled five easy-to-wear look below. You won't spot any pops of colour here—hopefully you'll agree that these particular ensembles don't need it, they're interesting enough.
See Five Chic Neutral Outfits For Autumn/Winter 2025:
1. Scarf Coat + Tailored Trousers + Courts
Style Notes: The true beauty of neutrals is that they go so seamlessly together. So if you get a cream coat—in Emmanuelle's case, a scarf style—then it's guaranteed to go with all your existing outfits. To keep it polished, though, team with sleek beige trousers and courts for an easy work look that'll never fail.
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Toteme's scarf coats have proven to stand the test of time.
The shape brings these into 2025.
The ankle detail is just too chic.
Hello, new work bag.
2. Roll Neck Knit + Midi Skirt + Heels
Style Notes: When you're rushing out the door and you don't have time to start coordinating colours, stick to ecru versions of your everyday go-tos. A jumper-and-skirt combo in this palette never fails, and you only need to look at Lydia's ensemble for proof.
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An easy layering piece.
This will look so good with glossy knee-high boots.
They also come in black.
Stunning.
3. Long Coat + Nice Top + Wide-Leg Trousers
Style Notes: You read that right—light neutrals can work after-dark, too. Opt for evening fabrics like a silk top with luxe trousers and classic heels. No one wants to get cold on a night out, so just add a longline oversized coat in a similar shade to complete the vibe.
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The longer the better.
The fringe scarf elevates this top even further.
Love the look of these with loafers, too.
Reiss always has expensive-looking belts.
4. Funnel Neck Jacket + Net Dress + Trousers
Style Notes: When it comes to making a neutral colour palette exciting, it's all about adding fun elements. See how Hannah has added a net dress over wide-leg trousers as an extra layer underneath her of-the-moment funnel neck jacket? The texture adds a whole new level of interest and a real fashion insider feel.
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Róhe is much-loved by minimalists.
This will add such a fun texture over classic tailored trousers.
These are Hannah's actual trousers.
A black bag with a neutral outfit will always work.
5. Trouser Suit + Satin Shirt + Suede Flats
Style Notes: A trouser suit is a workwear hero, and it looks even more polished when combined with textures like satin and suede—as seen on Julie. To take it away from the office, switch to a fine knit polo top and add trainers.
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The fit of this blazer is divine.
So sleek.
Silk looks so luxe with a suit.
Just make sure you check the weather forecast before you wear them.
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