How to Wear a Faux Fur Vest: 13 Chic Outfit Ideas

Wondering how to wear a faux fur vest this winter? Get inspired with 13 wearable outfit ideas, plus learn the do’s and don’ts when it comes to styling your own fuzzy vest look.

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If you live in cold, snowy weather, when it comes to your wardrobe, the number one priority is warmth. While I love bundling up with an oversized turtleneck sweater and jacket, a girl’s gotta have options.

With all the beautiful winter coats in stores, it’s easy to forget about the other outfit staple for winter…I’m talking about the vest!

Since they don’t provide as much warmth as jackets and coats do, vests don’t get the respect they deserve. But they’re a great option if you’re someone who runs warm, or for days when the weather is too warm for a coat, but too cold to go out in just a top.

Plus, they just look so darn good! Adding a vest to your outfit just completes the look without looking too overdressed.

If you’re looking for dressier style inspiration this winter, check out my holiday capsule wardrobe post!

If you’ve never considered a faux fur vest before, or just aren’t sure how to style one, then you’ve come to the right place. By the end of this post, you’ll be wondering how your winter wardrobe ever survived without one!

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Why Wear a Faux Fur Vest?

The sleeveless design equals warmth plus mobility.
Pairs with both casual and elevated looks.
A transitional piece that works for fall to winter and winter to spring wardrobes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are faux fur vests in style for winter 2022?

Considering you’re reading a fashion post on faux fur vests, what I’m about to say may come as a shock. No, faux fur vests are not on trend for winter 2022. Instead, textured vests like shearling, knit, denim, and quilted shells are this season’s vesty-trend.

But at my site, I like to mix trends with classic pieces. If you’re with me so far, then you’ll probably agree that faux fur is a timeless material, perfect for cold winter months.

Vest Styling: Do’s & Don’ts

Do:

Layer light to dark – Start with your lighter items, placing darker layers on last. Avoid wearing a light vest over a dark top.

Cream top, brown vest with plus sign, equal sign, and green check.

Black shirt, cream vest with plus sign, equal sign and red x.

Go tonal – Create a cohesive look by selecting pieces from the same color family.

Collage of woman's cream and camel colored outfit on brown background.

Collage of woman's pink colored outfit on pink background.

Match one solid to one pattern – If your vest is patterned, opt for a solid top. Vice versa if your top is patterned, then choose a solid vest.

Two tops lined in a row with addition sign and a green check mark.

Two tops with an addition sign and red x.

Don’t:

Wear short sleeves with a sleeveless vest – Opt for either a long sleeve or sleeveless tank.

Three cream tops paired with three camel colored vests, lined in one row.

Faux Fur Vest Outfit Ideas

1. Layered Over a Maxi Dress:

Paired with a faux fur vest, a maxi dress can be worn through fall and winter. Look for one with long sleeves and layer a long sleeve thermal top and leggings underneath.

Brunette woman in long dress standing in front of a stairway.

Loft Vest (similar) / H&M Dress (sold out, similar blue floral) / Brown Boots (old, similar waterproof pair)

2. With a Sweater and Turtleneck:

A layered sweater and turtleneck are super warm, but can also be a little restricting in the arms. A fuzzy vest lets your arms swing free while still adding warmth.

Brunette woman in brown and pink outfit standing in front of two doors.

Chicos Vest / Pink Cardigan / White Turtleneck / Brown Corduroys / Skinny Calf Boots

3. Top Off a Turtleneck and Maxi Skirt

The turtleneck and maxi skirt is another feminine look that easily hides warm thermals underneath. With boots and a vest, it’s an elevated look that’s also cozy and warm.

Woman in long skirt standing in front of a stairway.

Boden Skirt | Turtleneck Sweater | Chicos Faux Fur Vest | Leather Ankle Boots

4. With an Oversized Sweater

An oversized sweater and faux fur vest can be worn with skirts and pants.

Closeup of brunette woman with hands behind her head.

Cable knit Sweater (similar) | Loft Vest (similar)

5. Over Cabin P.J.s

A cozy pair of p.j.s get a little more stylish with a faux fur vest.

Woman standing next to her dog wearing pajamas and fur vest.

Loft Vest (similar) | Blue Floral Onesie | Cream Slippers

6. Pair it With a Short Skirt

Transition a mini skirt from fall to winter with a faux fur vest. You can pair it with boots, flats, tights, leggings, a sweater, a turtleneck, or a long sleeve top.