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Whether you call it the mob wife aesthetic or casual luxury, make a statement in this decadent style staple, as seen on TV and film fashion icons for decades.
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As spotted on Edie Falco in The Sopranos and Gwyneth Paltrow in The Royal Tenenbaums, fur coats and jackets have been a luxury style staple in TV and film for decades. Although Falco’s Carmen Soprano has reemerged as the definition of “mob wife aesthetic” (she shared her thoughts on the viral trend exclusively with The Hollywood Reporter) this timeless style transcends the trendy label. If you’re taking the actress’ advice of “leaving animals out of it,” the best faux fur jackets can help you achieve that lavish luxury with casual elegance.
While fellow fur fashion icons Sharon Stone in Casino, Diana Ross in Mahogany, Jennifer Lopez in Hustlers and Kate Hudson in Almost Famous were likely styled in real fur for their unforgettable roles, today’s animal-free alternatives are no longer made of the itchy fabrics of the past. But when it comes to shopping for the perfect faux fur, choose wisely. Related Stories Lifestyle The Best Last-Minute Digital Gifts for Dads Who "Don't Want Anything" Lifestyle Arhaus Opens Its New Los Angeles Storefront -- Here Are Our Top 10 Picks From the Home Brand's Collection
“Quality is everything, especially when considering vegan and animal-free substitutes in clothing,” Jack Tuftie, brand manager at Unreal Fur, tells The Hollywood Reporter. “Our faux furs are known for their lushness and incredible hand-feel because we use modacrylic fibers. We use modacrylic formulas rather than polyester to avoid scratchiness and a plastic-like finish when light hits the jackets.”
Tuftie explains that another detail to look out for is depth and dimensionality in the tones of the faux fur. “Jackets that feature various colors in the roots and tips of their fibers tend to look more high-end. They’re also just more fun to wear. You want something that evolves as you style it with different outfits and pieces in your wardrobe.”
From ankle-length silhouettes to cool cropped styles, read on for some of the best women’s faux fur jackets (including a few seen on the likes of Taylor Swift and Kendall Jenner) which you can dress down with baseball hats, plain white tees, sneakers and all the gold jewelry to nail a quintessentially high-low look.
It wouldn’t but a faux fur jacket roundup without including a leopard print coat, and Unreal Fur’s take on the classic is a winner. This full-length coat features an all-over print, front button closure and wide lapel.
Barbiecore pink is still going strong this awards season. Azalea Wang’s bright pink cropped faux fur jacket features a spread collar and cropped length that works well with a variety of styles.
Just like a black blazer, a black faux fur jacket is a closet staple. Sand Studio’s Savannah faux fur jacket has a notched lapel and welt pockets; other colors are available.
Unreal Fur’s bestselling lush faux fur jacket features a natural hue that goes with just about every outfit in your closet. Key details include a soft feel, a high collar, a hidden front latch closure, side seam pockets, and an interior front slit pocket.
Available in black or this snow-like white, Alo’s fluffy faux fur jacket (recently spotted on Kendall Jenner) features a boxy, cropped fit that pairs well with relaxed pants for a play on silhouettes.
BlankNYC’s espresso-hued faux fur coat features a front button closure, side slant pockets and warm, faux fur fabric.
If Kate Hudson’s Penny Lane in Almost Famous is your style muse but you’re looking for a more modern twist, Show Me Your Mumu’s denim Hudson coat is a fun option. Bonus: it comes with detachable waist tie.
Ugg’s Gertrude double-breasted teddy coat is as cozy as they come, featuring heavyweight faux fur fabric that’s as warm as the brand’s footwear.
For a touch of texture without overdoing it, reach for Apparis’ faux shearling coat, which features a clever checkerboard pattern in a cool, butterscotch hue.
Recently worn by Taylor Swift, Anine Bing’s Hilary shawl collar jacket is made of two-tone material and boasts an oversized fit.
Featuring a bold abstract pattern and finished with a removable faux leather belt, Sea’s Karlie faux fur coat was designed to turn heads.
If you’re going to do the faux fur trend, why not go for bold? Balenciaga’s teddy sleeve jacket comes in an eye-popping fluo yellow that stands out from the coat crowd.
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