WITH RECENT BREAKTHROUGHS IN TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY, FASHION TITANS FROM BALMAIN TO BRUNELLO ARE EXCHANGING ANIMAL MINKS AND SHEARLINGS FOR FABULOUS FAUX FURS
BY CALEIGH OSTROM
Balenciaga Faux Fur Teddy Wrap Coat
Structured sleeves resembling teddy-bear arms and an overstated collar made from long faux fur create a cuddly coat to snuggle up in all winter long. $3,850, bergdorfgoodman.com
Balenciaga Padded Printed Faux Fur Scarf
Bundle up in Balenciaga’s all-over logo scarf with an oversized shape that can be wrapped around the neck or draped over the shoulders. $1,150, netaporter.com
Brunello Cucinelli Faux Fur Hooded Vest w/ Monili Trim
Crafted from goat fur and designed with signature Monili trim on the placket, this plush vest elevates any look, striking the perfect balance between cozy and cool. Wear yours under a coat when the cold really bites, or layer over a knit. $15,500, saks.com
Balmain Faux Fur and Wool Jacket
Balmain’s distinguishable shoulders are defined with an exaggerated faux fur trim that also outlines the collar and cuffs of this seductive wool jacket. Polished with iconic medallion buttons and knuckle grazing cuffs, the snug fit is the perfect finishing touch for any winter look. $5,750, netaporter.com
Saint Laurent Strapless Faux Fur-Trimmed Wool Blend Mini Dress
Opulent faux fur adds volume and texture to the strapless neckline of this simple LBD. The structured wool body features a fitted waist and zipped back. Accessorize with accent-hued jewelry and sky-high heels. $2,390, netaporter.com
Saint Laurent Faux Fur Coat
Evoking ethical elegance, YSL’s faux fur made its grand debut in the brand’s fall collection, and the imitation may even be better than the real thing. Here, this vintage-inspired, floor-sweeping coat with a shawl collar in a deep chocolate brown hue is a true investment piece. $15,000, saks.com
Stella McCartney Yeti Shaggy Faux Fur Ski Boots
A leader in sustainability and staunch supporter of animal rights, McCartney presents these cool shaggy boots made from fur-free fur to resemble a yeti foot. The vamp is accented with a chunky chain, and the wedge heel is made from FSC-certified beech wood. $1,075, neimanmarcus.com
Saint Laurent Furry Shearling Shoulder Bag
A roomy shoulder bag with ample storage is constructed from furry shearling and decorated with a small leather mini zip pouch to complement your après-ski staples. $4,300, neimanmarcus.com