A/W13 Fashion Trends: Fur

Less of a trend and more of a winter staple, as far as we're concerned fur is an essential element in any seasonal wardrobe. Not only does it offer much needed warmth and tactile texture, a bit of fur has the power to instantly transform a plain outfit into an expensive look. We've picked out our favourite pieces, from cosy mittens and glamourous gilets to fluffy earmuffs and snuggly snoods...

From left to right, top to bottom...

Leopard slipper shoes - £29.00 - Accessorize | Brown faux suede mittens - £19.50 - M&S | Grey faux fur cape - £30.00 - Next | Faux fur gilet - £29.99 - H&M | Oversize grey fur clutch - £199.00 - Hobbs | Cream faux fur Cossack hat - £12.99 - New Look | Black faux fur snood - £35.00 - Phase Eight | Faux fur trim biker jacket - £69.00 - M&S | Brown faux fur high-tops - £36.00 - Next | Black leopard print tights - £9.99 - Zara | Ecru faux fur snood - £22.00 - Next | Faux fur tippet scarf - £22.00 - Accessorize | Fluffy leopard print cat ears hat - £12.00 - Next | Faux fur earmuffs - £15.00 - Accessorize | Black faux fur satchel - £26.00 - Next | Dark red Mongolian fur gilet - £150.00 - River Island