Animal Instincts

Textures of Winter, Led by Instinct

When winter arrives, we instinctively reach for fur. Something about that plush, soft texture grazing the skin brings an immediate sense of warmth.

A fur jacket as outerwear, the addition of a wild animal pattern, a scarf wrapped snugly around the neck. These pieces offer more than just physical warmth; they are soft textures that speak to our very instincts. If you've been wondering how to style them, one of Jente’s self-proclaimed fur aficionados is here to reveal the true art of wearing fur.

 

 

A Taste of the Wild in Winter

Fur Factor 10%: Is Fur Intimidating? Start with One Statement Piece.

If you're still a little hesitant about fur, consider starting with a fur muffler. MIU MIU showcased a major lineup of fur items this season, and the one that truly captured everyone's attention was the fur muffler, slung nonchalantly over the arm.

 

MIU MIU FW25 ©miumiu.com ©@wolfiecindy

 

Sling it over a puffer, and it looks charming. Drape it over a tailored jacket, and it becomes elegant. The true magic of a fur muffler is its ability to blend effortlessly, working just as well with relaxed looks as it does with formal attire.

 

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The fur hat is another unmissable winter essential. If you're looking to lock down both warmth and style this season, it’s worth acquiring one. A more voluminous fur frames the face, adding a cozy feeling, all while harmonizing with any outerwear to create a sophisticated look.

 

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The most straightforward way to enjoy fur is by carrying a fur bag. There's no need for heavy-handed styling. Casually slinging one over your winter outerwear is more than enough.

 

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Fur Factor 30%: Embracing the Fur Jacket

 Truthfully, no other material makes it this easy to look chic in winter. Tossing one on instantly elevates an entire look. You'll notice the it-girls all seem to pair their fur with sunglasses. Let's not forget: UV protection is still important, even in winter.

 

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This FW season, it was clear that most brands actively incorporated fur. While full fur jackets were present, the dominant approach was using fur as a highlight on specific areas, such as cuffs, hoods, or collars.

 

MIU MIU, SIMONE ROCHA, ACNE STUDIOS FW25 ©vogue.com

 

For beginners, we recommend a brown fur. Are you agonizing over which color to buy? The decision is simple. If you are only getting one fur jacket, we strongly suggest brown. Brown has a unique depth and weight that blends beautifully with almost any look.

If your personal style leans toward effortlessly chic, look to model Amelia Gray. She pairs a voluminous brown fur jacket with a simple black top, denim, and a belt. For those new to fur, we recommend following her lead: let the fur jacket and bag be the statement pieces, but keep the top and pants comfortably simple.

 

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Hailey Bieber tapped into the more glamorous side of the brown fur jacket. She styled hers with a purple slip dress, sunglasses, and hoop earrings, channeling a high-voltage, party-ready mood. Kylie Jenner, on the other hand, buttoned her fur jacket closed, pairing it with black leggings for her own take on cozy sophistication. This just proves the appeal of brown fur: its entire vibe transforms depending on what it's styled with.

 

©@haileybieber ©@kyliejenner ©@centralcee.ar ©@victorrblum

   

Once you take that first step with a brown fur jacket, your eyes will inevitably wander to other furs. A person might own no fur jackets, but no one ever stops at just one.

 

Fur Factor 50%: Venturing into New Colors

Next, let's turn our attention to other basic colors like black, white, beige, or gray. A beige fur jacket, which is easy on the eyes, creates an instant hip vibe when paired with sweatpants. If the short length feels a little plain, tying a shirt around your waist is a great styling tip.

 

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What can we learn from the next two combinations? That fur jackets and light-wash denim are a dream pairing. Pants that are too formal can easily make the look feel overdone. The appeal of light-wash denim is its ability to cut through the inherent weight of fur. If you don't want the look to feel too loose, adding pointy-toed shoes is an easy way to add definition.

 

©juliahobbs ©@haileybieber ©@audreyafs ©@mariegaguech

  

As an editor who already owns most of the basic fur colors, the jacket I’m personally eyeing this season is the denim fur jacket from ACNE STUDIOS. This item's charm is its blend of a denim jacket's rough-around-the-edges feel with the warmth and style of fur. Wear it as a full top-and-bottom denim look, like content creator Lara Violetta, and you’ll achieve an effortlessly cool style.

 

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Fur Factor 70%: Solve Underlayer Dilemmas with a Long Fur

Winter requires multiple layers, and sometimes, the mental energy of figuring out what to wear underneath is simply exhausting. What you need then is a long fur jacket that envelops the body in a floor-grazing silhouette. It’s the perfect all-in-one winter solution: warmth is a given, and its presence is undeniable.

 

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Pairing casual items like hoodies, caps, or sneakers with a long fur jacket allows you to look stylish without feeling over-the-top.

 

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Fur Factor 100%: Patterned Fur Is Not 'Too Much’

FW25 vividly expressed animal textures using rich fur and shearling, all built around animal patterns and motifs. This season is characterized by a modern interpretation of that primal appeal. If you're drawn to a leopard print fur jacket, the champion of all animal patterns, pair it with black. Keep all the other items (aside from the outerwear) like T-shirts, denim, and boots as subdued as possible. This is the key to pulling off leopard fur in a way that feels harmonious and stylish.

 

©@sobalera ©@evameloche

Another animal pattern worth noting is 'cow hide'. This pattern, reminiscent of cow spots, adds a powerful statement to any look with a single jacket or coat.

 

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Winter can dull our senses, but it also awakens our most sensitive ones. It’s a search for warmth in the midst of the cold air. Perhaps that’s why wearing fur this season is one of the most instinctive things we can do. So, don't be afraid of fur this winter. The intensity hidden within its softness will make your personal style that much stronger.