Fashion plays an important part in expressing yourself and donning a fur coat happens to make quite the statement. Fur coats just have that “it factor” that can turn a drab outfit into something fab. Let’s face it, they once were a status symbol, exuding elegance the moment a woman slips one on. The faux trend is one to get behind from an animal rights perspective in addition to many other reasons that we’ll dive into.
Below we’ll discuss what faux fur really is, how to style it, and show options that’ll keep you cozied up during the winter months in the most stylish way possible.
What is Faux Fur?
If you didn’t know, faux fur is artificial or fake fur that’s engineered to look and feel like real animal fur. What’s great about faux fur coats is they come in an array of colors and cuts, making it easy to achieve the look of luxury without harming any animals. This man made fabric is a blend of acrylic and other synthetic materials sewn together to create durable faux fur that can be dyed and created in different thicknesses.
A major perk of using faux fur (besides the obvious that there is no cruelty involved) is it’s much cheaper. Don’t worry, it’s incredibly difficult to spot the difference between real fur and faux fur thanks to technological advancements in the fabric world. Much like fake gold and diamonds, faux fur provides you with ways to emulate the upper classes. More importantly, it’s just as warm as the real deal.
How & When to Wear Fur Coats
Fur coats are most commonly matched with formal attire such as cocktail dresses or even separates like skirts. Faux fur can be tricky to wear if you’re not trying to look extra, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be done! You will look just as good with leather pants and a chunky knit sweater underneath.
Casual Fur Coats
Bomber
Bomber styles are super modern and perfect for a casual night out on the town. This is a great way to dress down your fur coat with jeans. A bomber fur coat is a win win because this style is the latest trend that’s here to stay and fur instantly gives your look a touch of luxury.
Revolve’s Jodi Faux Fur Bomber in shadow grey is comfortable, sophisticated, and exactly what your wardrobe is missing. Refine your weekend errand look, brunch style, or date night ensemble in one of the most versatile fur coats you could own.
Pop of Color & Prints
We’re busting the myth that faux fur coats can only be worn for formal occasions. After-hours or late night events call for an exuberant and contemporary look.
A classy leopard fur coat is timeless. Women have been wearing leopard fur coats for decades, so they’ll likely never go out of style. After all, leopard is the new neutral. This glamorous staple will make you look like you’re wearing something expensive even when you’re not. It can be easily dressed down by throwing your hair in a top knot and slipping on a casual T-shirt. Free People’s Faux Fur Coat looks great over just about any outfit and we must say they really know how to deliver casual vibes with this coat.
Is there anything more delicate or feminine than a pretty pink coat? We think not. Pink is a surprisingly easy color to match because it looks great with jewel tones, primaries, neutrals, and pastels. J. Crew’s Teddy Sherpa Topcoat comes in a long length for extra coziness. This light shade will brighten up even the darkest and dreariest winter days.
Formal Fur Coats
Full-Length
If you’re planning to attend a formal event in the dead of winter, a long faux fur coat is the answer. A full length coat almost always adds a unique, graceful flair to slip over a little black dress.
Missguided’s Teddy Longline Coat is simply fabulous. This one comes in the tan pictured above as well as black, white, or gray. A full length fur coat like this one will single handedly carry you through all your chic winter events.
Neutral Colors
Formal events are not the time to experiment with color or patterns. Whether you’re attending a wedding, ballet, fashion show, etc., stick to neutrals but more particularly blacks and browns. If you prefer not to bank on conventional colors, you can take it up a notch with darker hues like emerald green, dark red, and warm blues to enrich your look.
Black faux fur coats are all over the market and relatively easy to find one to match your style, which is why we wanted to deliver something different that doesn’t draw too much attention. You’re going to want to get your hands on Noize’s Jolene Faux Fur Wrap Coat to fulfill all your luxurious lifestyle needs. The soft, fluffy fur is complete with a chic belt that’ll hug you in all the right places.
Overall, faux fur coats are a great and sustainable way to achieve an elegant look during the ever-so-cold winter months. These coats look just as luxe as real fur but cost far less and provide you with many more options.
