Breaking: Meghan Markle has just shown her support for pairing navy with this ultra-luxe shoe color (and it's neither black nor white).

      Nowadays, sightings of Meghan Markle are much less frequent than we would prefer, so when she does show up somewhere, it’s a significant event—an enormous one. Fortunately, this week was our fortunate day as Markle was spotted presenting an award at Kevin Costner's annual Rock for First Responders One805LIVE! benefit concert in Carpinteria, California. Naturally, I immediately set out to find the details of her stylish, early-fall outfit. Spoiler alert: I found them. For this occasion, which she attended with Prince Harry, Markle wore a lovely navy-blue, sleeveless shirt dress cinched with a tie belt. She completed the look with one of her favorite pairs of shoes, a cognac-brown leather pump by Ralph Lauren Collection. (Specifically, they are 75 mm from the Tenney line, which also offers 35 mm and 95 mm variations.) The outfit came together beautifully, largely due to the fall color palette Markle selected. Cognac, brown, and navy blue truly complement one another.

      (Image credit: Backgrid) On Meghan Markle: Ralph Lauren Collection Tenney 75mm Pump ($750); Carolina Herrera Belted Cotton-Blend Sateen Halterneck Midi Shirt Dress ($2490); Hunting Season bag; Cartier watch

      CAROLINA HERRERA

      Belted Cotton-Blend Sateen Halterneck Midi Shirt Dress

      RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION

      Tenney 75 Mm Goatskin Pump

      What makes this color pairing so stylish is its neutral yet distinctive quality. We often see combinations like black and white, black and brown, or even navy and black, but navy and brown, particularly cognac brown, are not as frequently matched, giving this pairing a sophisticated feel. The colors create a subtle 'IYKYK' vibe when styled together, while remaining versatile and effortless. To showcase this, I discovered many cognac-brown and navy-blue items that blend seamlessly with each other. Scroll down to shop Meghan Markle's favored fall color combination.

      Shop navy and cognac brown, Meghan Markle's favorite fall palette:

      j.crew

      Quinn Ballet Flats in Suede

      Navy flats simply outperform black ones. I can’t explain why.

      Madewell

      Long Chore Blazer in Suede

      I just got this impeccably made chore coat. It’s even more beautiful and luxurious in person.

      Reformation

      Gale Satin Mid Rise Bias Pant

      Tory Burch

      Small Romy Suede Hobo Bag

      Tory Burch creates the finest fall bags.

      j.crew

      2025 Rollneck Sweater

      I plan on purchasing this sweater in every available color.

      These items are decidedly chic and recall a '90s aesthetic.

      MANGO

      Contrast Stripe Straight Pants

      Reformation

      Terra Sneakers

      This top channels '90s Prada Sport vibes.

      Delicious. Plus, it seems capable of fitting a small laptop.

      Stateside

      Fine Rib Ruched Buttoned Dress

      A reliable, simple dress for the entire season.

      Reformation

      Frances Knee High Boot

      These will only improve with age and wear.

      H&M is the go-to affordable sweater brand that style enthusiasts trust every fall.

      Manolo Blahnik

      Maysale Suede Buckle Pumps

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