For the summer, fur stoles were showcased by designer labels; the fur stole was dubbed the must-have fur fashion accessory for the summer since it appeared in so many designer collections. Formalwear glammed up by a fur wrap, a cross body fur stole, or a bold-hued fur coat is another popular fur trend this summer. Fur also has a big presence the runways for this fall. Some designers upped the glam factor by pairing an extravagant fur hat with a long fur coat. Others paired a monochromatic outfit with a same-colored fur coat for a glamorous, old Hollywood look on the runway. Several also showcased fabulous crimson chubby fur coats in their collections.

Fur vests paired with simple outfits, or even paired jeans to dress them up and bold colored fur coats and fur stoles are trends that pop up in both summer and fall fur fashion trends. Using fur accessories to glam up an outfit seems to be one of the most popular uses for women’s fur coats, fur hats, fur stoles, and fur vests in both summer and fall. Designers are also using furs in a retro, 1940’s and 1950’s way. Many of the colors, simple lines, tailored outfits, jackets, and dresses that are being showcased are reminiscent of that era.

The most important things about the summer to fall transition for women’s furs are bold color, glamour, and elegant style can all be obtained through adding fur accessories. Whether it’s a fur coat, a fur stole, a fur vest, or a fur hat, they all play a role in summer and fall fashion. Summer fashion relied on smaller, bolder pieces, such as fur vests, fur stoles, and fur wraps used to punch-up outfits, or to glam-up formalwear. However, the fall trends use longer, larger fur coats, long, knee-length, fur vests, large, bold fur hats, bold fur colors and patterns, and multiple fur pieces in one ensemble to add a sense of style, glamour, and elegance to every outfit. Fur was a big influence in this year’s summer fashions, but it’s definitely an even bigger influence in women’s fashion this fall!