There's no true explanation for my recent hyperfixation; after all, it is only July, and the NYC forecast isn't calling for faux fur, but it'd be fair to say my sudden interest in fall outerwear was sparked by seeing Taylor Swift in an Auter peacoat. While my current outfit rotation consists of a Montce bikini, linen shorts, and a lace-trimmed cover-up, the idea of a cozy fall coat sounds appealing. If you're familiar with the celeb-backed brand, it makes sense that an Auter piece was the one that made this NYC fashion person pray for fall.

For those few unfamiliar with Auter, here's a quick crash course. Celebrity stylist Rob Zangardi founded Auter in 2025 on the conviction that "the coat makes the outfit," he told us in a previous Who What Wear interview. Its collections span faux-fur beauties, effortless bombers, luxe trench coats, and Italian leather jackets. Zangardi's attention to detail and dedication to quality make this a go-to for celebrities and an obvious choice for autumn wardrobes.

If you take one thing from Swift's styling, an Auter coat calls for a chic pair of knee-high boots. Outside of the recent newlywed, celebrities such as Lily Collins and Jennifer Lopez have been known to rock Auter pieces.

So if you're like me and all this talk of outerwear has you excited for the change of season, I suggest getting a head start on your wardrobe. Below, shop the best fall jackets from Auter. Spoiler: The high-neck Italian Wool Peacoat and coffee color Drawstring Leather Jacket steal the spotlight.

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Bettina Looney is a Who What Wear editor in residence, stylist, tastemaker, entrepreneur, and creative consultant recognized for her curated eye and cross-industry influence. Spanning fashion, interiors, and beauty, she translates style into substance through private styling at The Bettina Looney Edit.

Is it just me, or does February hit and suddenly all you can think about is being somewhere bundled up by a fire and properly cozy? I want to be so layered that I don't even remember what I put on underneath. I love a ski trip for that reason. I leave in the morning fully encased—coat, gloves, thermals, layers, and two pairs of socks. Then at some point, I'm inside somewhere warm. As I'm taking everything off, I'm reminded of whatever I chose to wear underneath.

This made me realize that what's underneath the layers doesn't always have to just be practical. It can be something fun that makes a statement. In particular, I haven't been able to stop thinking about the Carelli Dolly Jacket. I don't know if it's the faux pony hair, the animal print, the fur cuffs, or the shape and fit. It's exactly the kind of piece I want to have on underneath and open my coat to. I've realized I'd rather bring a jacket like this than a suitcase full of backups that never get worn.

Here are a few similar jackets I have my eye on that are perfect for this.

The Fur-Jacket Style: Structured Shoulders and Animal Print

I've had my eye on the viral Phoebe Philo teddy coat for the longest time, so when I saw the shoulder pads on this Isabel Marant one, I fell in love.

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The Fur-Jacket Style: Longline Shearling and Statement Cuffs

Nothing quite makes a statement like a floor-length shearling coat with fur cuffs and a collar.

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The Fur-Jacket Style: Blanket Coat With Oversize Collar

This Nour Hammour coat is such a standout piece. I love how the oversize collar frames the cream knit balaclava.

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My Go-To Formula for Staying Chic and Warm in the Snow

I love the fur trim of this puffer jacket, and I'm obsessed with pairing it with my favorite Nour Hammour hat. My ultimate lesson in cold-weather proportions is having sleek and simple on the bottom and creating a statement at the top.

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I genuinely thought my winter shopping was finished—coats included. My closet felt complete, cold-weather outfits felt covered, and I had fully accepted that anything new would have to wait until spring. Of course, the universe and the internet had other plans. Enter the brown faux-fur coat, the rich-looking outerwear trend that instantly made everything I already own feel more elevated, intentional, and, frankly, expensive.

What makes brown faux-fur coats so compelling right now is how nuanced they feel. The shades range from deep chocolate to warm espresso to soft caramel, and every version reads more understated than black but just as polished. There's something inherently luxe about the texture paired with brown—it adds depth without screaming for attention. The result is a coat that feels glamorous yet wearable and is equally suited for casual daytime looks and dressed-up winter evenings.

Perhaps the biggest selling point is how seamlessly this trend fits into an existing wardrobe. A brown faux-fur coat has the rare ability to elevate even the simplest outfit—think jeans, a knit, and boots—while also complementing tailored trousers, sleek dresses, and everything in between. It's cozy without looking bulky, statement making without feeling try-hard, and undeniably chic. If winter shopping had an unofficial encore, this would be it.

How to Style and Shop Brown Faux-Fur Coats

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Turtleneck + Jeans + Oversize brown bag

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Fitted black sweater + Dark jeans + Pointed-toe heels

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Oversize sunglasses + Denim button-down shirt + Jeans + Uggs

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Turtleneck sweater + Jeans + Pointed-toe black boots

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Oversize sweater + White T-shirt + Jeans

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Gray crewneck sweater + White T-shirt + Long necklace + Jeans + Black boots

Get the look: Brown faux fur–trimmed coat + Leather pants + Black pointed-toe boots

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Black top + Brown trousers + Suede loafers

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Oversize T-shirt + Sweatpants + Sneakers

Get the look: Brown faux-fur coat + Oversize sweater + Green trousers + Knit socks + Sneakers

Shopping for transitional pieces that work with you as the seasons change is no easy feat. As a shopping editor, when I'm on the hunt for winter-to-spring pieces, I look for layerability and versatility. One of my favorite places to shop for transition pieces is Free People. Its vast collection of chunky knits, playful pants, and lace-trim detailings feels flirty yet easily wearable. During this time of year, I default to the classic sweater-and-jeans outfit. It's chic and simple and always does the trick. Keeping my outfit repertoire in mind, I scrolled through Free People's new markdowns for affordable, chic finds that would look great with jeans, trousers, or a skirt.

Read on to see the editor-approved sale finds. Save up to 75% on faux-fur jackets, pull-on boots, baggy jeans, sweater sets, cozy cardigans, Levi's jeans, and so much more. Last spring, fashion people proved lace-trim detailing and boho-chic pieces were must-haves for looking stylish. I've got a feeling this year will be no different. So don't miss the many lacy finds, from '70-inspired dusters to sheer bloomer pants. Scroll on to shop 21 chic Free People new markdowns that have my full attention, and I added some gorgeous new arrivals at the end.

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Lately, the fashion set has favored animal-inspired prints and textures. You've likely seen a spotted pattern that resembles a fawn's markings in your IG feed or been inspired to purchase a faux-fur jacket from the many inspo picks flooding your FYP. The faux-fur hat trend is the next progression. The chicest people you know, from NYC to Copenhagen, are wearing faux-fur hats with skirts, trench coats, and sweaters in 2026.

Taking your favorite hat trends, like the pillbox hat and newsboy cap, and flocking them in a fluffy finish, the faux-fur trend has revitalized a key part of winter fashion. Providing warmth, the hat is no longer just a functional garment. It is a fashion statement.

Spotted in Paris and Copenhagen, the faux-fur hat trend has reached global recognition. Embrace the maximalist nature of the faux-fur hat—like French fashion person MV Tiangue, who wore a plaid skirt, a chore coat, long leather gloves, and a faux-fur crown. Alternatively, Mary L. Jean took a minimalist approach, pairing the pillbox hat with an oversize belted coat and a leather shoulder bag. Both outfits feature the fluffy addition as the finishing touch. If you're looking to level up your outfits in 2026, I highly suggest adding the faux-fur hat trend to your rotation.

If you'd like to try the faux-fur hat trend, scroll on to shop chic luxury finds from Nour Hammour and Toteme, plus affordable faux-fur finds from Zara, Madewell, and Revolve.

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For the last few winters, fur coats had a very specific reputation—big, brash, and unapologetically mob wife. Fun? Absolutely. Subtle? Not exactly. In 2026, I’m far more interested in the quieter, smarter ways fashion people are wearing long fur coats—styles that feel effortless, not costumey, and more Paris sidewalk than reality TV.

The truth is a great fur coat (vintage and responsibly sourced, of course or faux) is one of the most powerful pieces you can own—it just needs the right supporting cast. I’ve been wearing mine over straight-leg jeans and a plain knit, throwing it on with tailored trousers and loafers, or letting it do the heavy lifting over an otherwise-boring outfit. The key is treating fur like a neutral, not a personality. Below, I’m sharing 12 elevated, wearable ways to style long fur coats that feel current, chic, and actually doable—no mob ties required.

From the looks of my IG feed, we've officially entered ski season. The French Alps geotag is a hot-ticket item this time of year for ski (and après-ski) girlies. Fashion people from everywhere are flocking to the snow-capped mountains to participate in the hottest skiwear trends of 2026. Hint: Winter whites, faux furs, and cozy puffers are in. Before you can hit the slopes (or, in my case, prepare a cup of hot chocolate and cheer from the chalet), picking up a cool winter coat is a must.

Lucky for you, I've rounded up the best winter coats from The North Face, Aritzia, and ALO—shop 30 chic finds that I know fashion people would be into. Browse chic puffer jackets, affordable faux-fur finds, and more below.

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The North Face

Below, you'll find the best winter jackets for cold weather from The North Face.

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Aritzia

The Aritzia SuperPuff is popular for a reason. If you're in the market, check out a few of the options below. I've also included a few of our editor-reviewed SuperPuff picks plus some chic wool options from Aritizia's Experly Tailored Coat collection.

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ALO

Shop a list of editor-approved ALO winter coats. Scroll on to shop chic puffers plus some affordable faux-fur finds.

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Some say basics are "boring," but fashion people will call them "classics." I'll always say yes to a crisp button-down tucked into a pair of straight-leg jeans, or a black slip dress finished with a pair of flats, or a cashmere crewneck draped over a wide-leg pant. The key to beating the "boring" allegations? Shop elevated basics.

From now until January 17, score an extra 25% off on Shopbop sale finds with code EXTRA25. Shop affordable faux-fur, designer boutique steals (ahem, Tibi, Stella McCartney, and Veronica Beard are experiencing some major markdowns), and of course, the best elevated basics.

Lucky for you, I've compiled a list of 31 rich-looking everyday items perfect to wear now through spring. Think suede totes that whisper quiet luxury, cool jeans fashion people are wearing in 2026, sophisticated button-downs, calf-hair ballet flats, and more. Scroll on to see the makings of a chic capsule wardrobe.

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In need of a 2026 closet upgrade? Then look no further. My sister's resolution was to update her wardrobe, so being the generous sister I am, I offered to help. She is a chic 32-year-old who appreciates a faux-fur moment, a quality cashmere sweater, and affordable luxury. So to honor her elevated style, I turned to one of my most-shopped retailers: Nordstrom. I can always trust I'll find a good deal or snag a Ref style all the It girls will be wearing in a few weeks. It's my go-to. Not to mention Nordstrom's in-house brands are next-level. Think fitted blazers that resemble a designer find or rich-looking moc-toe leather loafers. Come with me as I walk through the 11 chic Nordstrom buys I sent my sister that will make her closet feel more 2026.

Below, you'll find an on-sale Coach Empire 34, flirty lace-trim silk trousers (these would have done numbers during summer 2025), a high-V-neck sweater from COS, an affordable faux-fur coat, and more. Ring in 2026 with a chic Nordstrom closet upgrade.

11 Chic Nordstrom Buys to Upgrade Your Closet in 2026

1. Fitted Blazer

2. East-West Bag

3. High-V-Neck Sweater

4. Lace-Trim Silk Trousers

6. Cashmere Sweater

5. Pointed-Toe Knee-High Boots

7. Wool-Blend Coat

8. Leather Gloves

9. Straight-Leg Jeans

10. Faux-Fur Coat

11. Slim Loafer

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From Oslo to Milan, fashion people across the globe are reaching for faux-fur coats, scarves, earmuffs, hats, flats… The list goes on and on. The style set has embraced this textural element with open arms. Styling these furry moments with everyday pieces—like black jeans, plaid skirts, oversize leather jackets, and classic white crewnecks—is an easy way to let the luxe texture shine.

This fluffy love affair will come as no surprise if you've kept a keen eye on the trends. On the fall/winter 2025 runways, faux fur got its rebrand. This winter, IG It girls bought into the trend with oversize faux-fur scarves and pillbox hats, a 2026 trend deserving of its own spotlight.

It's no secret faux fur can get pricy, so in honor of this material, I spent this morning scouring the internet for only the best affordable faux-fur finds. I turned to budget-friendly retailers like Zara, H&M, Madewell, and Nordstrom to aid my search.

Below, shop 33 rich-looking, affordable faux-fur finds that look like they came straight out of a fashion person's closet.

33 Rich-Looking, Affordable Faux-Fur Finds

When it comes to investment pieces, especially outerwear, I usually err on the side of timeless over trendy. That said, the two winter coat trends that feel less fleeting that I've been into are those with funnel necks or faux fur. My current go-to wool coat is the Oversized Coat by Filippa Hagg, but because it doesn’t button all the way up, I find it better suited for fall, or temperatures that aren’t quite as brutal as a New York winter. Lately, that’s left me searching for a higher-neck option that feels both practical for the cold yet still put together.

Then there’s vintage or faux fur. I love how it instantly elevates any outfit, no matter how simple what you have on is. It’s undeniably glamorous and always makes me think of Cate Blanchett in Carol.

With outerwear top of mind, I decided to look through retailers and brands like Nordstrom, Net-a-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, COS, Rue Sophie, and more to see what I could find. Below are the best under-$500 options I found while searching.

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Winter fashion tends to be a bit of a conundrum because it's nearly impossible to truly innovate with your daily outfit formulas in the bitter cold. But anyone who lives in a colder climate knows that the one exception to this lies in a statement-making accessory or two, and the winter accessories trends on deck for the earliest months of 2026 are about as chic and elegant as they come. One such item everyone from London to Berlin to NYC is wearing is a faux-fur scarf.

Everywhere I look, people with great style are adopting fluffy stoles. First, Miu Miu models carried them down the fall 2025 runway, and now that the trend is percolating IRL, I'm spotting a number of innovative ways to wear one—over the shoulder of a wool coat, of course, but also tucked into the crook of the elbow and even fastened into a belt over a sleek dress.

Below, I'm outlining the seven coolest ways to style a faux-fur scarf and amp up even your simplest sweaters and coats this winter.

Tied as a Neck Scarf

Try tying the scarf more closely around your neck to give off the look of a collar. This way, the scarf brings a high-impact effect to an otherwise sleek outfit.

Draped Over Both Shoulders

While slightly less practical for the cold, I love the idea of taking a scarf and wearing it backwards draped over both shoulders. It creates an element of interest that you can wear with anything from blazers to sweaters.

Styled With Something Delicate

Style Notes: The combination of a hyper-delicate piece like a lace-trimmed slip dress with the texture of a fluffy scarf just looks so good.

Fastened Into a Belt

Style Notes: Fashion people continue to surprise me with how innovative their styling ideas are with this trend. Dawn Tan decided to fasten her scarf into a belt that creates a brand new silhouette over a sleek maxi dress.

Over a Tailored Coat

Style Notes: The most classic and wearable way I've seen people styling a faux-fur scarf this season is to reach for one in a shade of brown to contrast against a black coat.

Carried as a Stole

Style Notes: Miu Miu's fall 2025 collection was my first intro into the trend and models paraded the runway carrying fur stoles alongside delicate slips and polished skirt suits for a retro twist.

Draped Over One Shoulder

Style Notes: Lastly, and the most unfussy route, is to simply throw a faux-fur scarf over one shoulder of your coat or sweater—even jeans and a basic crewneck are transformed.

If there's one trend defining the season this winter, it's faux fur. The cozy texture is adorning everything from coats to scarves to bags and gloves, adding a glamorous (and warm!) touch to our everyday wardrobes. With It girls like Elsa Hosk and Hailey Bieber championing the trend, it's showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Lucky for us, there is a slew of gorgeous faux-fur options at all price points on the market right now, so if you're looking to add a piece or two to your wardrobe, I'm here to help.

I scrolled through all the faux-fur options at Zara, Revolve, and Mango, saving the standout styles as I went, and I landed on 37 luxe-looking options—all of which ring in at under $500. From fur-trimmed leather gloves to floor-skimming coats and elegant shawls, these chic finds instantly elevate a winter outfit. They'll also keep you warm over the next few months, making them both stylish and functional, which is a true win-win if you ask me. Without further ado, keep scrolling for the best affordable faux-fur items for winter.

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I don’t mean to be dramatic, but I’m not sure I’ve ever felt cold quite like this. This feels like the kind of cold that seeps into your bones, rendering my usual winter wardrobe completely irrelevant, and, most tragically, making 90% ofmy shoe collection utterly unwearable. The loafers, ballet flats and even black boots that see me through autumn and early winter simply aren’t cutting it anymore. As temperatures plummet and pavements frost over, I'm in need of something far cosier.

In step with my desires, the faux-fur shoe trend is breaking through right now. Once reserved for slipper-adjacent styles or après-ski settings, this indulgent shoe trend is utterly appropriate for the cold snap we’re currently enduring.

From shearling-lined trainers to entirely furry flats, this is comfort dressing at its most elevated. Even boots are getting the plush treatment, with faux-fur finishes and shearling sheraling accents softening chunky soles and classic shapes alike.

Intent on stepping out in comfort, scroll on to discover the faux-fur trainers, flats and boots I genuinely recommend adding to your winter rotation before the cold gets any worse.

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My New Year’s resolution is simple: In 2026, I will dress rich, elegant, and, above all, chic. I’m manifesting 365 days of effortlessly cool outfits, unforgettable coats, coveted kitten heels, and spectacular silhouettes. And to prove I’m not messing around, I’ve already begun preparations. For the past few weeks, I’ve scoured IG for chic winter outfits, consulted my fellow Who What Wear editors on the 2026 fashion must-haves, and observed the latest trends of the NYC style set. Spoiler: High V-neck sweaters, short faux-fur jackets, and elegant leather gloves will soon be gracing your feed, if they haven't already.

So, if your New Year’s resolution looks anything like mine, pay close attention. From London to Oslo, below are 10 chic winter outfits to wear in 2026. You'll find plenty of faux-fur trimmings, oversize totes (ahem, the Coach Soft Empire Carryall Bag 40), '90s-inspired straight-leg jeans, cool knee-high boots, and elegant winter coats. Let's make 2026 the most fashionable year yet.

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Get the Look: Oversize black leather jacket + wide-leg trousers + faux-fur scarf + flats + leather handbag

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Get the Look: Black balloon pants + short-sleeve sweater + long leather gloves + woven tote + sunglasses

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Get the Look: Fitted white turtleneck + suede trousers + tonal blazer + pointed-toe heels + ALO duffel + statement belt + sunglasses

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Get the Look: Lace-trim camisole + black jeans + short faux-fur jacket + kitten heels + leather handbag

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Get the Look: Basic white top + straight-leg jeans + long blazer coat + boots + skinny scarf + leather tote

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Get the Look: Ribbed sweater + a second sweater tied around the shoulders + silver bangles + pleated shorts + suede knee-high boots + suede handbag

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Get the Look: Oversize crewneck sweater + a second sweater tied at the waist + black overcoat + white denim jeans + leather handbag

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Get the Look: Plain white long-sleeve + long leather skirt + black leather boots + double-breasted overcoat + oversize tote + sunglasses

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Get the Look: Basic white crewneck + high-V-neck sweater + silk slip skirt + knee-high leather boots

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Get the Look: Cape coat + straight-leg jeans + pointed-toe boots + leather handbag

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I'd describe myself as a pretty demanding shopper. Every piece that holds a place in my wardrobe has to go above and beyond, whether that's combining elegant style with quality materials or bringing together a practical ease with a high-end look. On my (very) regular scrolls through Zara, I came across a jacket that has a two-in-one feature, with both sides of the reversible jacket offering a chic finish to my winter looks. Now, I have to move fast, as it's already selling out.

Since October, we've been infatuated with reversible jackets. The two-coats-in-one offering is undeniably smart, and this Zara style gives both a leather-look on one side, and fluffy faux-fur on the other. Whilst we've seen a rise in the popularity of this style recently, it's far from a moving trend. The classic button-up design of the jacket will hold firm even with an influx of 2026 trends, and the deep chocolate shade remains a firm feature in the most luxurious colour palettes year after year.

For cold strolls this winter, I'll be keeping the faux-fur on the inside, and layering up with a sleek turtleneck and jeans. Whilst for evening, the refined leather look will be tucked inside to expose the striking faux fur exterior, ready to bring a touch of drama to my after-hours attire. I also love the sweet detail that whichever way you wear it, the collar is always cosy faux fur. This jacket comes as part of Zara's latest drop of new-in buys, and whilst this is a real standout, there are a few more elegant buys I've got my eye on. Below, you'll find the practical and chic jacket, as well as a selection of handpicked standouts from Zara right now.

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If you thought the faux-fur coat trend had peaked last year, think again. Everyone is wearing them. Something that I love about them (of many things) is how accessible they are. I've seen great options at around $100. Something else that I love is that when you're wearing a faux-fur coat, you don't need much else to make your outfit look cool and special—it is the outfit. That said, they've been a thing for a while, and there are ways to make them look fresh (aka more 2026).

As with many winter coats, the go-to pairing year after year has been skinny jeans and ankle boots with a faux fur. That combination is all well and good, but I'm finding that the most well-dressed among us are shifting away from that somewhat dated combination and finding more unexpected ways to style them. The seven items below, in particular, will continue to be very popular pairings for faux-fur coats in the new year, and I'm here to tell you exactly why. Keep scrolling to find out and to shop the items, plus some of my favorite faux-fur coats right now.

What to Wear With Faux-Fur Coats

Leather Midi Skirts

Up the elegance by pairing your faux-fur coat with a leather midi skirt. This combination looks chic with practically any shoes style.

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Belts

If you want your faux-fur coat outfit to look more 2026, just cinch it with a leather belt. Case in point, pictured below.

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Light-Wash Jeans

Light-wash jeans are back, and the contrast of the low-key denim wash works especially well with the much flashier faux fur.

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Corduroy Pants

Corduroy pants—especially baggy one—plus faux fur is the perfect cozy winter outfit combination. You'll look cool and elegant while staying warm.

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Loafers

I know someone is a fashion person when I see them wearing the grandma-chic combination of a faux-fur coat and loafers.

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Suede Bags

There's something about the ruggedness of suede that grounds a faux-fur coat. It makes the "fancy" outerwear staple a bit more casual and daytime-appropriate.

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Flares

Nothing against skinny jeans, but flares are just a fresher complement to faux-fur coats. They match the '70s vibe of faux fur to a T.

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From mid-December through the end of the month, Aspen is the go-to place to be and be seen. All the coolest celebrities who live in L.A. leave the city and head to the snow. Whether they're there to ski, shop, or dine at Casa Tua, one thing is clear: They aim to demonstrate what Alpine-chic fashion means. Their standout looks often begin the moment they step off their private jets at Aspen airport. With the first set of A-listers arriving last week, many stars were spotted in cozy sweatpants paired with faux-fur coats, whether fully faux fur or with fur trim. Sara Sampaio and Shay Mitchell were prime examples of this stylish travel outfit formula.

Model and actress Sampaio was spotted wearing ivory sweatpants and a matching crewneck sweatshirt paired with a black fur jacket. For accessories, she chose a blue baseball cap, New Balance sneakers, and The Row's Margaux bag, a perfect travel bag for someone vacationing in Aspen.

On the other hand, the founder of Béis luggage, Mitchell, was seen wearing matching gray sweatpants and a crewneck sweatshirt, styled with a fur-trimmed leather jacket, black combat boots, a croc-effect Hermès Kelly bag, and, of course, her Béis carry-on luggage.

While sweatpants may initially seem like the ultimate "lazy" airplane outfit, think again. With the right styling, sweats can look tasteful. In fact, more and more elegant dressers are wearing elevated sweatpants outside of the home. Elsa Hosk is one of them. While she wasn't styling them for a travel day, she recently wore them in NYC with a matching sweatshirt, a long fur coat, pointed-toe heels, and an Hermès Kelly bag. Whether you're traveling this holiday season or just want to look stylish at home, follow the lead of Sampaio, Mitchell, and Hosk, and elevate your sweats with a faux-fur coat, an expensive-looking handbag, and sleek footwear.

Keep scrolling to see Mitchell's and Sampaio's Aspen travel outfits and shop the best sweatpants and faux-fur coats.

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On Shay Mitchell: Helsa Oversized Leather Bomber ($998); Béis The Carry-On Roller ($248)

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I think we all know by now that if Elsa Hosk wears something, it's cool. And if she wears something we already knew was cool, it just solidifies the fact. In this case, that item is a fur scarf, which is the buzzy accessory trend everyone is wearing to dress up their winter outfits. Specifically, Hosk wore a slim gray fur scarf to dress up a blazer. The blazer was a camel-colored fitted-waist blazer from her line Helsa, which she paired with a suede column skirt (also Helsa), suede bowling bag, and slingback heels, all in the same caramel hue. And as you'll see in the photos below, which she recently posted to her Instagram, the chic gray scarf ensured that the monochromatic outfit was anything but boring (not that that's ever a risk with Hosk's outfits).

Keep scrolling to see how Hosk expertly styled her blazer and fur scarf, and shop a few of the best fur scarves on the market before they inevitably sell out.

On Elsa Hosk: Helsa Italian Wool Blend Blazer ($528), Classic Oversized Shirt ($229), and Suede Column Skirt ($499)

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It's not even 2026 yet, but we're already spotting the micro-trends that will be subtly ubiquitous when January finally hits. The signs are all right in front of us, and now is the time to act on them so that when we do enter the new year, we're ready to do so in peak fashion form. Of all the budding silhouettes, colors, and details that are shaping up to define the 365 days ahead, one stands out: fur-collared jackets. We saw them on the runways—at Prada, Marni, and Jil Sander—and as a result, they've made it into our IRL lives, or at least our Instagram feeds, styled by only the most sophisticated of women. So, if full-on faux fur outerwear or even fur-trim pieces like those picking up popularity from Valentino, Helsa, and Rotate are too much for you, take a more understated approach by opting for a fur collar instead.

The key to wearing the fur-collared trend is to let it feel effortless and natural. Pair one with jeans in classic blue or black to make the piece of outerwear appear like any other jacket in your closet, but better. A classic black, gray, or brown pair of trousers will pair back just as elegantly as would a simple black dress or skirt ensemble. Let the switch-up in textures carry your outfit. It will do all the work without you having to lift a finger.

The best part? Before 2026's arrival, Zara released a handful of fur-collared pieces in the form of blazers, long wrap coats, cardigans, bombers, and even denim jackets, all of which are under $250. So, no, you don't have to spend thousands of dollars on a fur-collared jacket for the year ahead (that is, unless you want to, to which I commend you, and happily recommend this Prada beauty.)

Ahead, shop the fur-collar trend at Zara, with more versions from other retailers to follow.

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I work in fashion, which means most of my office conversations center on the latest winter trends (our editors are loving faux-fur coats), fashion shows (okay, Chanel), and, of course, what Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner wore to the Marty Supreme premiere. My contribution to the conversation? Nordstrom's new arrivals. What can I say? I love a chic Nordstrom find.

After an hour of browsing the new Nordstrom additions, I couldn't help but share these chic finds. Don't worry—I've compiled a list of all the Nordstrom winter finds I declared a must-have. Below, you'll find the nine standout winter pieces that currently live rent-free in my mind. I'm talking affordable winter coats, trending Adidas sneakers, cool winter sweaters, plaid skirts, and more. Scroll on to shop the chic Nordstrom new arrivals.

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Year after year, without fail, as soon as the holidays hit, the Hollywood and fashion crowds descend upon Aspen en masse. I affectionately refer to it as snowy Beverly Hills. Celebrities feel right at home there, as the It crowd has all of the comforts of their L.A. or NYC homes for shopping, dining, and staying in Aspen, plus a whole lot more that's specific to the luxurious mountain resort town.

Needless to say, the wintertime visitors of Aspen dress to the nines, and something you'll see at all of the five-star resorts, and heading into Casa Tua and Sant Ambroeus, are fur coats. And although she may not have been in Aspen last week, Olivia Jade just wore the outfit trend you're guaranteed to see at every après-ski situation this season: a faux-fur coat, turtleneck, jeans, a structured frame bag, and block-heel boots (please don't attempt to navigate the snowy streets in stiletto heels). The upscale outfit checks all of the outfits: chic, warm, and appropriate for a winter day or night.

Whether you're headed to Aspen, the streets of NYC, or anywhere else you'd like to feel cozy and look chic, keep scrolling to re-create Jade's ski-resort-friendly look.

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