Obviously, the use of fur as a fashion statement goes beyond the early 1900’s. From Ancient Egyptian royalty to the European monarchies from the early 1300’s fur has always been worn by the wealthy and only the wealthy. Now, similar to diamonds and gold, that no longer has to be the case as faux fur began making its presence known in the fashion industry. And one of the main benefits? Animals aren’t harmed in the process!

Here are my top ten favorite faux fur jackets and coats that will make you feel like Miranda Priestly or, if you’re feeling a bit evil but still love animals, Cruella de Vil!

Camille Faux Fur Coat

$150 at the time of publication

This coat just screams “look at me, notice me!” in the most iconic way possible. The faux fur coat looks almost like the real deal so hopefully you have a personal driver to cater to your every need as your roam the streets looking fabulous in this coat.

The Camille Faux Fur coat comes in four different colors: brown, which I recommend with black denim jeans or slacks and a collared blouse with wide rimmed sunglasses if you’re wanting to look like a successful socialite; light grey with a black v-neck blouse and matching culottes if you’re in the mood to emulate Meryl Streep’s character Miranda Priestly from The Devil Wears Prada; with a silk dress and cute slippers for a night out with your girls; or pink with light wash jeans and a white shirt for just a casual daytime look.

This coat is available at Nordstrom.com

Faux Fur Trim Down Jacket by Sam Edelman

$260 at the time of publication

This gorgeous jacket will have you feeling like a marshmallow it’s so plush! The jacket comes with zipper pockets at the front that have enough room for your keys and your wallet without adding that awkward bulkiness like some jackets might and the hood is trimmed with light brown faux fur to give you that fancy feel.

While this coat is layer friendly if you’re super cold and need several sweaters underneath, you can also get away with wearing a simple gray shirt with black leggings and matching boots. The jacket as a whole gives you a plush feel that screams cozy and comforting.

This jacket is available at Nordstrom.com

Faux Fur Jacket by Kate Spade New York

$280 at the time of publication

This adorable jacket is made of faux fur from top to bottom and comes adorned with the absolute cutest bowtie on the back at the collar! This jacket is 100% versatile and can be worn with leggings, jeans (light and dark wash depending on the color of the coat) or even with a dress or skirt!

The jacket has hook-and-bar closures at the front, so you can wear it closed up for a more business-casual look, or leave it completely unbuttoned for a super relaxed attire. The jacket comes in both champagne (best worn with light-wash jeans and white shoes) and black (best worn with white denim or leggings and black boots) and is a must have for your wardrobe. Can you really say no to that cute bowtie on the back?

This jacket is available at NordstromRack.com!

Marvin Faux Fur Leopard Print Coat by Nili Lotan

$540 at the time of publication

You will definitely feel like Cruella de Vil in this long plus coat… just without the Dalmatian print… or the actual fur. In fact this coat is made of leopard print faux fur so while you can easily dye your hair black and white and go bold with bright red lipstick to match with this fur coat and look like Cruella herself, your conscience will definitely rest easy.

This comfy long coat goes best with loose black slacks and a black or white turtleneck sweater. For a more formal and fancy look, finish the ensemble with black heels or knee length boots and a stunning ear cuff. For a more rock and roll vibe however, black denim jeggings are your go-to pairing with this coat along with a studded belt (and perhaps a classic vintage car to match?).

This coat is available at NordstromRack.com!

Ombre Faux Fur Jacket by Unreal Fur

$309 at the time of publication

This incredibly daring and bold jacket is made entirely of faux fur and is definitely the type of jacket to wear if you want to dress to express. The jacket only comes in a color known as love potion, which personally looks like a calmer and relaxed magenta, so I would recommend pairing it with dark denim (black or dark-wash blue) and black boots.

This jacket will make you feel like you’re back in the mid-70s so buying this could convince you to throw that disco-themed party that you’ve always wanted to do! Pair this with a round pair of sunglasses, tie that disco ball up to your ceiling, and have the time of your life!

This jacket is available at SaksFifthAvenue.com!

Dream Faux Fur Jacket by Unreal Fur

$309 at the time of publication

Unreal Fur strikes gold again with this stylish and soft faux fur jacket. The jacket has a front hook closure and regardless of whether it is closed up or left open, just screams sophistication, even if you’re wearing it with a pair of sneakers (and honestly, with a jacket like this, you could definitely get away with doing that).

However, it is actually best to pair this jacket with a black tank top and denim or leggings and with knee length boots. This jacket goes really well with your favorite beanie to complete that sophisticated coffee-shop regular look. This jacket comes in three soft, calming colors: lotus pink, royal blue, and spruce (a shade of green).

This jacket is available at SaksFifthAvenue.com

Tayberry Faux Fur Coat

$228 at the time of publication

Have you ever just wanted a faux fur coat because it would literally be like walking around covered in a comforter all day? Or maybe you’re sitting on your couch and you feel way too lazy to go to bed, and you just want a coat that can substitute as a quilt? Look no further than this gorgeous soft navy coat by Berenice at Anthropologie. Seriously, it is so soft you might actually mistake it as a blanket.

Of course, because it’s a coat and not a comforter, you can still style it in whatever way you like, but I definitely recommend a dressy black blouse with a matching skirt and black tights.

This jacket is available at Anthropologie.com

Yvette Reversible Faux Fur Vest by Velvet by Graham & Spencer

$189 at the time of publication

Okay so this is neither a jacket nor a coat, but it’s still faux fur and it is still eye popping and stylish! This vest is versatile for not only touring the city streets (add a skirt, white blouse top and ankle boots), but also in the countryside (find your favorite outdoors hat, blue denim pants, calf-length boots, and a button down forest green long-sleeved shirt), but it is versatile in that it is reversible, which then makes your styling options just absolutely endless!

This jacket is available at Anthropologie.com

Vega Faux Fur Coat by Shrimps

$995 at the time of publication

This camouflage colored coat is a necessity for fashion girls that love an edgy look. Even though the point of camouflage is to be able to, well, hide yourself well from the world, you can’t help but want to be seen in this amazing faux fur jacket, especially if you pair it with black leather pants and a loose white shirt to match!

While boots can be definitely be worn with this look (and highly recommended), black open toed heels would also work well with this coat. The only thing you definitely need to remember is a pair of sunglasses (and perhaps, a motorcycle?) to finish this look.

This coat is available at Revolve.com

Heidi Faux Fur Coat by Shrimps

$995 at the time of publication

If the Vega coat was way too tough for you, then not to worry! Shrimps created a faux fur coat for fashion girls that are looking for a retro look. This sporty coat is almost entirely black with white and green stripes at the elbows to give off a sense of relaxed and casual style.

Unlike the previous jacket where it is absolutely recommended to pair it with leather pants, this jacket can be paired with a light wash pair of boyfriend jeans and turtleneck sweater with either sneakers or boots to match.

This jacket is available at Revolve.com

All of these faux fur coats have their own personalities, styles, and matching pairs and all of them are, in one way or another, a necessity to your wardrobe. Whether you want to make a fashion statement or just want an excuse to have a blanket draped over you at all times, these are all the recommended jackets for you!