10 best faux fur coats for winter

Looking for a faux fur coat for winter?

When cold weather starts to creep in and you're feeling a chill in the air, staying cozy is essential. But buying a winter coat that keeps you warm doesn't mean you have to compromise on style. The best faux fur coats combine classic fashion with winter warmth, whether you're dealing with a cool breeze or more severe, snowy weather. We curated a collection of women's winter coats with faux fur in a variety of styles.

Shop this article: Remelon Long-Sleeve Fox Faux Fur Coat, Zeagoo Faux Fur Lapel Double-Breasted Trench Coat  and Sunmoot Long-Lapel Leopard-Print Faux Fur Coat

Types of faux fur

As real animal fur has faded out of common use, faux fur has been developed to take its place. Faux fur is made from fine acrylic strands, densely layered on a backing material to imitate the real thing. 

You'll find a faux version of almost any kind of animal fur imaginable. Common types of faux fur include fox, rabbit, shearling, mink, sable, ermine and leopard. From different densities (or "piles") and coarseness to a wide range of colors, it can be difficult to tell the difference. 

Benefits of buying faux fur coats

• Price: Since they are made from synthetic materials that are not short in supply, faux fur is far cheaper than real fur. 
• Animal welfare: Faux fur has increasingly risen in popularity as support for the production of real fur has dropped. For those who support animal welfare, faux fur is a guilt-free alternative to the ultimate fashion statement.   
• Functionality: With modern technology, textiles have advanced to the point where faux fur is just as effective as the real thing when it comes to protecting against the cold. 
• Durability: Acrylic materials also make faux fur coats extremely durable in comparison to real fur. Faux fur coats tend to shed less and maintain their density longer.
• Maintenance: Faux fur is generally much easier to clean and requires far less maintenance than real fur. Most real fur garments require professional cleaning and regular brushing to maintain their softness. 

What to consider before buying a faux fur coat

• Fit: Faux fur coats come in all shapes and sizes. You may want a full length, long-sleeved winter coat or a simple gilet (a sleeveless jacket resembling a waistcoat). It all depends on the climate you're in and where you want to wear your coat.
• Style: From natural colors you'd find in real fur to brightly colored dyed material, faux fur coats come in lots of styles. You can also keep an eye out for features such as collars, hoods, pockets and a belted waist. If you like to mix and match materials, you may even prefer a coat with fur detail rather than a full faux fur coat.
• Lining: If you're in a warmer climate, you can still enjoy a faux fur coat by choosing one with a slim lining. Those in very cold climates, meanwhile, can get padded or insulated coats with a faux fur outer layer to combine style and warmth. 

Best faux fur coats for women

Remelon Long-Sleeve Fox Faux Fur Coat

This jacket with side pockets is made from faux fox fur and comes in seven colors, from neutral tones to bright, flashy hues. The bell bottoms help it look elegant and modern, and the fabric keeps you warm while looking great. 

Zeagoo Faux Fur Lapel Double-Breasted Trench Coat 

If you prefer fur detail rather than the full faux fur coat, this red wool pea coat is worth a look. The black faux fur trim and lining adds tons of elegance to its classic shape and color, perfectly complemented with black button detail and a belted waist. It's double-breasted and has two side pockets.

Sunmoot Long-Lapel Leopard-Print Faux Fur Coat

This casual spotted faux fur jacket has Cruella de Vil vibes. It's soft, stylish and comfortable for daily use or as a warm fall jacket. It's perfect for wearing out and about, and if leopard print isn't your thing, it also comes in solid block colors or tiger print.

Lisa Colley Luxury Faux Fox Fur Coat 

This short faux fur black coat comes in collared and hooded styles with two side pockets. It's windproof and can keep you warm in temperatures as low as minus 4 degrees.

Amore Luxury Party Faux Fox Fur Cape

This luxurious, long faux fur wrap is lightweight and barely sheds, which is perfect for daily wear and cocktail parties. Made of acrylic, it's soft, comfortable, and excellent for keeping you looking classy while feeling warm.

French Connection Women's Teddy Faux Shearling Coat

This pink faux fur coat with side pockets has a classy look and warm design and is great if you're looking for a coat to wear through the fall's chilly days. Not only is it versatile, but its simple design makes it perfect for almost any occasion.

Ecowish Fuzzy Faux Shearling Zipper Coat

This oversized casual faux fur fall jacket with side pockets is great combined with denim jeans and a black under top for a chic fall look. Not only does it look great, but the polyester material and lining make it warm, too. 

Geschallino Women's Shaggy Faux Fur Coat

This long faux fur coat has a fuzzy, fleece-lined hood and fluffy, shaggy shearling material on the body to keep you warm through the cold months of fall and winter. Its soft faux fur is made to imitate the feel of real rabbit fur, and it's lightweight and warm. This women's winter coat has four pockets.

Prettygarden Faux Shearling Shaggy Oversized Jacket

This white faux fur coat is made of shaggy shearling fabric with a stylish oversized fit. The design features lapels, a front zipper, side pockets and four decorative tortoiseshell buttons on the front. It's double-sided for extra comfort.  

Bellivera Women's Faux Fur Coat

This red faux fur coat has a casual, minimalist design for a laidback vibe. The shearling fabric is super soft and double-sided. The hooded jacket has a zipper closure, two exterior pockets and a windproof design with ribbed cuffs to lock in warmth. 

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