With such a selection of faux fur in the shops today, there’s no excuse for buying the real thing. Faux fur (also known as fun fur or fake fur) was developed in 1929 as a cheaper, more easily-maintained and cruelty-free alternative to natural animal fur. The fabric, made from acrylic and polyester blends, took on a new lease of life with technology developments of the 1950s, making it durable, comfortable and warm. Faux fur has become increasingly indistinguishable from the real thing over the last few decades and clothing, footwear and accessories are available in a variety of colours and finishes.
Faux fur slipper boot, $28
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Chocolate faux fur trapper hat, £20
Faux Fur Doughnut Snood, $50
Vila Faux fur waist coat, £35
Nike ‘Storm Warrior’ Winter Boot Women’s Black/Turquoise $110
Tahari ‘Tara’ Faux Fur Coat, $148
Episode Faux fur 3/4 sleeve jacket, £140
Pinko Jacket Belted Faux Fur in Grey/Brown, $553
Rachel Zoe Talitha Leather and Faux-Fur Coat, $565
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