Fur was once restricted to the
lucky few who could afford Haute Couture, but now, with Autumn Winter catwalks
flush with fur, there seems to be an option from every retailer, from Haute to
High Street. The world trade is now worth over $15 billion; a flourishing
global enterprise and you can buy into it whether its via the £69.99 ‘lapin’
Zara coat, or a £90,000 Prada coat. However, with faux fur now able to pass for
the real thing, (and a fraction of the price) I’ll be choosing faux fur this
winter to protect me from the freezing temperatures to come! Here are my top
picks of fabulous faux fur pieces on the high street right now.
lucky few who could afford Haute Couture, but now, with Autumn Winter catwalks
flush with fur, there seems to be an option from every retailer, from Haute to
High Street. The world trade is now worth over $15 billion; a flourishing
global enterprise and you can buy into it whether its via the £69.99 ‘lapin’
Zara coat, or a £90,000 Prada coat. However, with faux fur now able to pass for
the real thing, (and a fraction of the price) I’ll be choosing faux fur this
winter to protect me from the freezing temperatures to come! Here are my top
picks of fabulous faux fur pieces on the high street right now.
1. I.T Faux Fur Clutch, B+AB.
For an unexpected take on the faux fur trend this winter, this clutch is a quirky update on a simple silhouette, and is a super easy way to add some fur into your AW13 wardrobe. Plus, at £50, it’s a bargain!
2. Multi Patch Fur Snood, Topshop.
Style this topshop snood with your trench coat and leather pants for an instant style update. The tri-colour effect means you can team with with an array of neutral tones.
3. Farrow Over-Knee Boots, DUO.
These elegant boots are a winner when it comes to height : comfort ratio – with a tread sole and block heel, you can wear them all day – trust me, I do pretty much every day! (See Instagram evidence below!)
{ Instagram Evidence of my Duo Boot Love }
4. Short Coat, Michael Kors
This warm and voluminous faux fur coat has discreet slip pockets for a streamlined silhouette, and the fur is so fabulous it could definitely pass as the real McCoy!
5. Shearling and Suede ear muffs – Karl Donoghue.
Battle against the elements while avoiding the dreaded ‘hat hair’ with these luxe ear muffs from Karl Donoghue. The soft grey suede band won’t snag your hair, so you can be snuggly warm, worry free!
6. Karah Faux Fur Hat, Ted Baker.
Keep the cold weather chills at bay with this glossy faux fur hat from Ted Baker. Wear this classic style over your favourite winter coat, and curly your hair underneath for extra glamour! Lined in luxurious silky satin, this hat has me wishing for colder temperatures!
7. Wolf Fur Cuff Knit Glove, Ruby & Ed.
Guard against frozen fingers with these Ruby & Ed knitted gloves, with faux Wolf Fur trim. I say wear them over the top of classic long sleeve jumpers to instantly upgrade your look.
What do you think of my Faux Fur picks? Can faux ever be as fabulous as the real thing? Let me know!