Cool to be kind: nine new ways to wear faux fur

This season’s memo? Simple. Whether a whimsical accent or a full-length commitment, anything goes. Just pile on.

Thu, 30 Oct, 2025 - 01:00

Annmarie O’Connor

As trends go, faux fur is more of an expectation: a reliable staple that adds dimension to the dullest of winter days.

This season’s memo? Simple. Whether a whimsical accent or a full-length commitment, anything goes. Just pile on.

Outerwear, is, of course, the main attraction. Take Munthe’s animal print jacket and Twinset’s chocolate floor sweeper, both which offer a hirsute does of Scandinavian chic.

Team them with a cosy roll neck, sharp trousers and ankle boots to keep things sleek and balanced.

If drama is the goal, make Zadig&Voltaire’s ‘Faune’ your go-to.

Throw it over slinky eveningwear or, for maximum contrast, an athleisure set and a matcha latte.

Not all faux fur has to be outré. Essentiel Antwerp’s camouflage gilet slips neatly over a knit dress and belt, or layers under a trench for warmth and texture.

As for denim days? Cropped or waist-length jackets elongate the leg and don’t overwhelm the silhouette. Keep to kick-flares for that Chloé girl vibe.

More low-key? Add whimsy to capsule basics with The Kooples’ faux fur bag.

And yes, even your feet can join in: Casadei’s ballet flats work best with cropped trousers or midi skirts.

Think ‘editor dashing between shows’ with the energy of an off-duty podiatrist.

Alternatively, treat faux fur as your new layering tool. A Mango cardigan under a tailored coat provides visual interest while a napped scarf adds texture to the humblest neckline.

Rule of thumb? One furry item per outfit is chic. Two is daring. Three? Well, that’s a whole other TedTalk.

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