The dreaded winter season is seemingly dragging on this year, and finding the best faux fur coat is still topping our priority list. Timeless, snug and oh-so-fashionable, there's a reason these fur jackets have been unfailing for years and, more importantly, why they're back and better than ever as one of the best coats to invest in.
Championed by the A-list and the street-style set alike, this winter staple can make even the most basic outfit look refined and as the saying goes: the bigger the better. Kendall Jenner recently stepped out in an opulent white fur coat by Phoebe Philo, worn with a pared back black mini skirt and sheer tights and accessorised with minimalist gold earrings — the ultimate cool-girl evening out look.
But, although you may be simply thinking of neutral and mink-toned faux fur jackets, the truth is that gone are the days when our faux fur was simply black or brown. In 2025, it's anything goes, with bright block shades of red, pink, blue and even not-so-subtle leopard print gaining popularity.
Afraid of committing to the glam look? Worried about looking a little Cruella De Vil? Well, neutrals are still in style and a classic black or brown coat will work wonders with a simple T-shirt and slouchy jeans. Or if you're dressing for an evening out, a faux fur jacket is the perfect pairing for your LBD or a silky slip skirt to dial up the glamour.
Don't believe us? Turn your attention to the streets at recently concluded New York and Copenhagen fashion week, where stylish attendees topped their outfits with lush fur coats. Many of our favourite influencers have also been taking opulent furs for a spin.
A particular favourite that's seemingly inescapable on Instagram feeds lately is Abercrombie & Fitch's Shawl Collar Faux Fur Coat. Available in black, white, and an almost sold-out brown, the coat is cut for a slightly oversized fit with a cosy shawl collar and its currently on sale. The Sopranos-worthy coat is also surprisingly versatile, with influencers pairing it with everything from ski suits and low-rise jeans to even evening dresses.
Shop: Abercrombie & Fitch's Faux Fur Coat
On sale
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Whether you throw this fluffy coat over your favourite jeans or wear with a glamorous evening dress, it'll deliver oodles of "main character energy".
Whether you're shopping for an understated neutral or if your tastes lean more towards fuzzy jackets in striking shades, shop our favourite faux fur coats below including choices from & Other Stories, The Frankie Shop, M&S and more.
Shop: The Best Faux Fur Coats For Timeless Style 2025
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With its double-breasted longline silhouette and notched lapels, Next's faux fur coat looks much more expensive than its £99 price tag. Throw it on over an LBD or evening gown for a coat that is as cosy as it is chic.
& other storieswww.stories.com
If you're after a truly opulent offering, & Other Stories' long chocolate brown coat with a leather belt fully leans into the mob wife aesthetic. Red talons and leopard print outfits not mandatory, but highly encouraged.
coggleswww.freepeople.com
The 'it' coat of the season? A shaggy faux fur jacket, Free People is on the case with an eye-catching lilac iteration.
On sale
arketwww.hush-uk.com
This could well be be the snuggliest coat ever. Opt for deep teal tones for a shade that's more interesting than plain black but equally as chic.
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If it's a leopard print style you're after, this longline design makes for a great throw-over-everything jacket. Take a page out of Alexa Chung's Y2K playbook and style it with skinny jeans and chunky black boots.
french connectionwww.thereformation.com
While black coats are usually the popular choice, their chocolate brown cousins are just as versatile and sometimes, way more chic. Reformation's short Ellie coat is closer to a blazer than a full-sized coat, meaning it'll work well with the more elegant classic in your wardrobe.
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If you fancy splashing out on a faux fur jacket, look no further than The Frankie Shop for the perfect oversized fluffy coat to cocoon in all winter long.
45% off
new lookwww.newlook.com
While neutrals are great, as recent fashion week street style albums have proven, faux fur needn't be boring. With this pink New Look coat, you can get a look that's as fun as it is wearable.
Half price
coswww.coggles.com
Burgundy and mint green? The colour combo we never knew we needed in this Jakke faux fur coat of dreams.
What Are Faux Fur Coats Made From?
When animal rights activists started to create awareness over the moral wrongdoings of wearing real animal fur, we saw a shift in the fashion industry to a synthetic version of the sought-after animal coats, including leather and shearling coats. Faux fur came in as a more ethical option - plus, it was a whole lot more affordable than the real thing. Now, you can invest in faux fur coats that are both stylish and chic as much as they are high-quality and good for the planet. You don't have to go too far to find a faux fur option either, with brands from high-street to high-end stocking faux fur jackets that look as good as real fur.
What are they made from, though? Well, when faux fur started getting bigger, brands embraced synthetic materials designed to mimic the appearance and texture of real animal fur. You'll find these made out of fibres like acrylic, polyester and modacrylic which are all made with a variety of characteristics which replicates that of real fur.
You can still find real animal skin in products like leather coats or shearling jackets, so it's really a personal choice on whether or not you'd rather go real or fake. There's enough out there on the market to make the choice for yourself, so make sure to do your research so you know what you're really investing in.
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Caitlin Casey is a Senior Beauty & Fashion Products Writer for heat, Closer, and Grazia. She covers shopping, women’s lifestyle, popular culture as well as all things trending.