faux fur

We all want the warmth and coziness that fur provides, but we're not always down with the moral dilemma (and let's not even get into the price tags). Fortunately, there's a way to get the same toasty benefits of fur without going full-stop — just do a quick fake-out with faux. We're getting you started with 14 of the cutest, coziest faux fur pieces that are sure to blend seamlessly into your Fall wardrobe, all while helping you stay warm — plus, each one comes in under 200 bucks. Get shopping now to add these plush pieces to your closet.

Controversial but undeniably chic, fur can be kid-friendly — we promise! If you're not up for splurging on Mackage's real-fur Leelee-T coat ($395), don't worry: we've found 10 faux finds, from the dramatic (Mini Rodini's faux fur might make Rachel Zoe jealous) to subtle (Juicy Couture's puffer jacket with a faux-fur-lined hood). Gap, Crewcuts, and Zara have created some awesome fur vests, perfect for Fall's falling temperatures, so keep clicking to find your favorite.

Winter means bundling up — and that means dressing with the warmest and most stylish of layers. For the chill, there are few things that lend the luxe sophistication that fur, or equally, faux fur does. Adding texture and the same warmth factor you get from curling up at the fire, a (faux) fur piece proves its worth during the coldest months of the year. The proof is in this crew of celebrity style favorites, each one styling up her own cozy fur vest or coat with perfectly cool effects. The results are as varied as your Winter occasions, with ample examples to inspire a very chic week of wearing fur. From Olivia Palermo's evening-ready take to Nicole Richie's polished on-the-go style, step inside to see and shop all the ways to create your fur and faux fur layers right now.

It's just about time to start bundling up in cozy coats and warm Winter boots, and right now we are loving all things fur. The Fall 2011 runways were filled with beautiful and innovative iterations of this cold weather staple. Prabal Gurung showed swoon-worthy, ombre fur jackets, Diane von Furstenberg and Gucci wowed with emerald green pieces, and Alexander Wang and Altuzarra debuted furry shoes that we are itching to get our hands on. However, not only is real fur expensive, many people have mixed feelings about purchasing fur. With that in mind, we rounded up 10 amazing faux fur pieces that you won't want to take off come Spring!

We absolutely love the look and feel of Winter vests. They're a supremely functional layering piece that can be paired with everything from long dresses to jeans and sweaters, plus they work in Spring and Fall, too. On the Fall 2010 runway, Winter vests were styled so fashionably, they defined the outfit, and between shearling, faux fur, real fur, leather, and puffers, there are more than a few ways to wear the look. That said, we've helped narrow it down with 15 of our favorites; now it's up to you to get one and style it out your way.