There’s been a distinct nip in the air since October arrived, which means it’s time to bring out the faux fur! I deliberately left it out of my Key Trends For Your Autumn Wardrobe Update because it’s one of those A/W perennials. I have a few faux fur coats, but when I found this French Connection short sleeved jacket on sale I had to have it. The soft blue/grey shade is very flattering to most skin tones and pairs well with lots of other colours.
This jacket could be worn a multitude of ways: with jeans, a pair of smart trousers, a maxi skirt, but I chose an old and much-loved skirt from Karen Millen. Faux fur can add inches, and because this jacket has a loose fit I decided to keep the rest of my outfit streamlined. As grey is the dominant colour in this outfit I accessorised my faux fur with silver sparkles by adding my glitter sunglasses and ankle boots.
I bought the silver glitter shades recently from River Island. They were already reduced from £18 to £7, but I had a 20% discount code so I scored them for the bargain price of £5.60! The boots were a January sales purchase, but I haven’t worn them until now. Maybe that’s because I overdosed on sparkles by also buying the black glitter ankle boots I wore in this post around the same time. These silver ones are way more comfortable. I’ll be wearing them lots over the winter.
My little blog helper was making me laugh in the photo above! She took the close up of the sunglasses below – you can see her reflection in the lenses!
The blue grey of the faux fur jacket pairs really well with my new crossbody bag. I bought it in a clearance sale at Brand Alley, along with the grey bag I featured in this post. It’s a really useful size, big enough to accomodate all my essentials, and the strap is nice and thick. For work I’d switch to a bigger bag, but for a day out sightseeing/shopping it’s perfect.
French Connection faux fur jacket | New Look silver boots (similar) | Krole crossbody bag (similar) | Karen Millen skirt (old, similar) | River Island glitter sunglasses |
Terri from Meadow Tree Style showing us how versatile a jumpsuit can be, Joi from In My Joi looking hot in red and faux fur, and Suzi from Alternative Ageing who braved the wind and rain at the Goodwood Revival and still manages to look amazing in a vintage outfit!
Love the boots! A great co-ord with the fur vest Emma. I wished I had a youngster to take photos. Someone that doesn’t huff and puff all the time like my OH! xx
Fab fur gilet, I looked at mine today but was a tad too warm for me to wear it! Looks super good on you Emma. Thanks for the link-up Hun. x Jacqui
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Emma, I adore that vest! And the sparkle booties, too. Super cute look. Perfect for the nip in the air!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
I really do like faux fur and grey with black. Fab combo with the skirt and ankle boots. The weather has been all over the place hasn’t it.
That’s the cutest fur vest ever!! And that bracelet adds so much fun to the outfit!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Those fab gray booties paired with your zipper detailed skirt are so chic and stylish! LOVE
Xo Jonet
that fur vest is so unique and I love those booties!
Very fun and funky. I’ve been tempted by faux fur but I’ve shyed away because it will add bulk. Thanks for sharing your creativity and for the link up.
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
Love your faux fur with silver sparkles – in particular the boots and sunglasses! I am keen on faux fur, but don’t have one . Been afraid it might look too “mutton” on an older broad.
I love that fur jacket! And the sparkles in your glasses and booties are so fun! This is such a great glam outfit!
It hasn’t been that cold here yet for my faux fur. but soon! I love this look and the color is so pretty and different from the standard neutrals. love it with the slim pencil skirt and those fab booties! I have a leopard faux fur i cant wait to wear… those sunnies are great! Perfect fun look Emma!
have a great week!
jess xx
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That fur jacket was a great purchase! It is very unique, and the color looks great on you!
Mary
https://www.themarycurator.com/
I am in love with that fur vest!!!! SO cute!!
Love the whole look on you Emma, and as for those sunnies!!! Wow. Double Wow. A woman after my own heart in those. xx
Thank you much for the feature Emma!! I LOVE FURRRR-you’re rocking such a fun fit!!!
Xx
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Your whole outfit is so fun! I love the vest and skirt and your bracelet is so pretty!
Peace!
Cheryl
http://www.northwestmountainliving.com
Great sparkle! You did it perfectly!
Emma you look fabulous! These boots are great.
XO Tina
OMG! What a cute outfit. Loves the bling on your boots so cute! 🙂
I absolutely love the way you styled your faux fur with those super cute sunnies! I’m a huge fan of faux fur and have several myself.
You look terrific, Emma! Love that little jacket with those boots. Thanks for linking up, xo
Patti
http://notdeadyetstyle.com
That is such a great jacket Emma!
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.com
Oh yes, I love faux fur! I just don’t own anything faux fur….I think.
The boots and the sunglasses are my fav items, just beautiful 🙂
Sonia
http://www.soniaaicha.com
Your outfit is super cute, I love the vest! I have a skirt just like that one!
Valerie
What a fun fur topper! Love how glam it makes your outfit
michellespaige.com
Great outfit! Love all of the gray, complimented with sparkle! Never enough sparkle. 🙂
Brooke
pumps and push ups
Love the whole look and the details are perfect!
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Love those sunnies!! So cute 😀
xx Sofia | SOFIAADOT
How fun is this look? I love your fur jacket and your booties are fabulous!!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
Love your sparkly boots. Thanks for sharing at The Wednesday Blog Hop 🙂
Oooh you look like what I’d imagine an Avenger would look on her day off and out for a chi chi event!!!!
LOVE those booties so much!
Kristen
http://www.lovelyasamother.com
Such a cute vest. Perfect fall piece. Thank you for sharing with My Red Carpet.
Anna
http://www.glamadventure.com