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Shop adidas’ “Shades of Brown” Collection
Ever since color authority Pantone announced late last year that 2025’s Color of the Year is none other than the creamy-brown Mocha Mousse, we were itching to find out whether the prophecy came true. Now, safely into Q4, it’s been confirmed: Brown has had everyone in a chokehold lately, and, should you want to align your footwear shopping with fall‘s hottest shade, there’s no better place to do so than at adidas.
The Three Stripes has recently rolled out brown-coded iterations of its most popular sneaker styles in the “Shades of Brown” collection, including the Gazelle Indoor Shoe in a “Cargo Brown” that could work as a neutral in your ensembles; the Samba OG that now benefits not only from a light-brown hue called “Cardboard” but an all-suede upper; and the retro-inspired, low-pro SL 72 RS Shoe, which now pays dividends in visual interest via its knit textile upper and the chocolatey brown it’s swathed in.
Have enough sneakers on your shoe rack and are instead looking for a pair of slides to wear after the gym or on the plane — effectively kicking feet swelling to the curb? We’re here to introduce you to the adidas Adilette Lumia Slides, now available in the kind of “Trace Brown” colorway that will do wonders when paired with off-white sweatpants or a pitch-black pair of leggings.
As for other adidas shoe styles now sold in a trending brown shade, hiking boots are featured prominently. Adidas created its first trekking shoe in the 1970s, and, since then, its Terrex category of offerings has helped athletes and everyday outdoorsmen achieve real results — all while keeping comfort top of mind with technology like Continental rubber outsoles (yes, the tire brand), breathable and waterproof Gore-Tex fabric, and beyond. Now, adidas is also proving that hiking boots don’t have to look boring, since the brand’s perfect-for-fall versions are attractive as can be, what with their mingling of brown with other earth tones.
Say hello to adidas’ brown-hued hiking shoe collection, replete with high-performing styles like this Terrex Anylander.
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Mocha brown made no shortage of appearances on fall 2025 runways, in the form of suit coordinates from Fendi, pajama-style blouses from Prada, and more. In the world of shoes, suede has been dominating looks for this season — with designer labels like Miu Miu constantly rolling out new, footwear-related takes on the material — which is great news for those with a passion for all things brown, as suede shoes, like their handbag counterparts, tend to come in this very color.
Why the fascination? Brown is the kind of hue that exudes instant sophistication, in that you can pair brown-colored footwear with all manner of outfits: only elevating and never diluting their looks. It also has an apparent warmth to it that the fashion set is drawn to and works to add dimension to your style (even if you’re showing off the color in the form of casual slides).
Another incentive to shop adidas’ “Shades of Brown” releases comes by way of its “Buy With Prime” feature, which lets customers connect to their Prime accounts and receive free Prime delivery (plus seamless returns) on select adidas styles, sizes, and colors. And though a few of the below picks are already on sale, you can take advantage of even steeper markdowns by signing up for the adiClub rewards program and getting 15 percent off your next purchase (it’s free to do so, by the way!).
Ready to let the humble-yet-mighty brown work its magic in your wardrobe this fall? Look no further than these 10 adidas bestsellers that now come wrapped in the shade. (PS: We threw some apparel and bags in here, too, because all fashion insiders know that multiple pops of a single color make you look put-together to the max.)
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adidas Gazelle Indoor Shoes
Gazelles are one of the trendiest adidas shoes right now, appreciated for their clean lines, aesthetically pleasing leather uppers, low profile, and all-day comfort. Now, adidas is urging you to try the style out in brown and beige — the ultimate quiet-luxury combination.
Price upon publish date of this article: $120
adidas Samba XLG Shoes
Craving a bit of a height boost? This shoe is like the OG Samba but better, seeing as how it comes with an elevated platform that will still keep you stable on your feet. The XLG style, per adidas, “add[s] some utilitarian edge” to its Samba muse, with an upper marked by the fusion of suede, leather, and textile materials. Wear this stepper on weekend errand runs, lunch dates, and days when you know you’ll be hitting 10,000 steps before noon.
Price upon publish date of this article: $110
adidas Adilette Lumia Slides
“If you want something that’s effortless, comfy, and stylish for everyday casual use — especially around water, at home, or after workouts — this is a solid choice,” says one happy adidas reviewer, and we really couldn’t agree more. Quick-drying; featuring a flex-groove outsole for superior grip, whether on the pool deck or the city streets; and equipped with a molded footbed for added comfort, these slides are for anyone who takes the word “lounge” very seriously. Avoid garish primary colors and choose them in “Trace Brown” instead.
Price upon publish date of this article: $35
adidas Terrex Anylander Hiking Shoes
This isn’t your average hiking shoe… and not just because of its olive-green and light-brown upper. It also merges technical specs with the kind of wearability that will serve you well beyond the trail, coming with plush midsole cushioning, a high-traction, lugged outsole, and a low-cut fit that will keep your ankles feeling breezy. The sneaker-and-hiking-shoe hybrid to end all sneaker-and-hiking-shoe hybrids, adidas’ Anylander is here to make you the most style-savvy member of the local trekking club.
Price upon publish date of this article: $75
adidas Adicolor Classics Heritage Track Jacket
Adidas track jackets are one of the best trend revivals to come out of the lust for all things Y2K-adjacent in 2025. Paris Hilton, Gwen Stefani, Elton John, Madonna, Bella Hadid, and countless other A-listers have stepped out in a version of this particular jacket in the past: proving its utility across settings from airport terminals to sidewalk cafes. In “Cardboard / Black,” the Adicolor Classics Heritage Track Jacket (which is technically a men’s pick but can be worn by anyone) is easier to match with your baggy jeans, pleated miniskirts, and everything in between than its scarlet-red or blue counterparts. The jacket’s angular collar, ribbed hem and cuffs, as well as crisp black lines running down the arms are other elements to get excited over.
Price upon publish date of this article: $80
adidas Quilted Crossbody
Do the shoes match the bag? If not, they should. This bestselling crossbody in “Chalky Brown” is a style statement through and through: allowing you to keep all your tchotchkes within easy reach and boasting a roomy enough interior to house a laptop. The bag’s quilted finish is taken up a notch with its color, and, for making the item your own, its strap also adjusts up to 55 inches. Whether you take the crossbody to the office, the gym, or the weekend trip, it will inspire some compliments. Mark our words.
Price upon publish date of this article: $45
adidas Advantage 2.0 Shoes
Adidas’ Advantage 2.0 Shoes are here to make you look suave and style-savvy, even during everyday moments. Crafted out of recyclable and renewable materials, they’re boosted with a Cloudfoam Comfort sockliner, flaunt a suede upper that taps into one of fall 2025’s most desirable materials, and have attractive perforations as part of the design. This “Shadow Brown” selection will be just the thing to wear with black trousers and your favorite fall knits.
Price upon publish date of this article: $70
adidas Italia 70s Shoes
The adidas Italia 70s Shoes in “Earth Strata” are calling, and you have to answer. Streamlined and timeless in appearance, these retro kicks date back all the way to 1959, which is when the Italia model debuted. With a flexible, comfortable upper, classic T-toe construction, and a color combination that signals to everyone just how fashion-forward you are, they’re one of the best adidas sneakers you can get for fall. Don’t miss the moment.
Price upon publish date of this article: $110
adidas Originals Cableknit Sweater
Your autumnal wardrobe really isn’t complete without the presence of a cableknit sweater — not to mention one that comes from a brand as lauded as adidas. Though it’s meant to be worn during friendly rounds of golf, we urge you to show off the crewneck in many other circumstances: letting its refined, dark-brown hue play off your chinos, dark-wash denim, and corduroy pants (the styling possibilities here really are endless).
Price upon publish date of this article: $220
adidas Originals Golf Round Bag
Yes, this is technically a golf bag. But just like with the aforementioned adidas Originals Cableknit Sweater, we urge you not to sleep on it in other contexts. Resembling the bowling bag silhouette that trended on fall 2025 runways, it features a two-way zipper, an option to haul it by holding those top handles or using the shoulder strap, and interior pockets for all your daily go-tos. Use it as a weekender bag, then repurpose when you’re hitting the links.
Price upon publish date of this article: $130
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