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Faux Fur Jackets Chosen For Texture and Drape
Our faux fur collection sits inside the wider coats for women range and the broader ladies jacket edit. The pieces we stock are the best European imports and are selected only for their cost in wearability. That means a softer pile that does not flatten after one wear, a hem that hangs cleanly over a silk dress or a pair of jeans for women, and a colour story that goes beyond the obvious. There is a reason the same six women keep coming back to us at the start of every cold season.
Shaggy Faux Fur Jackets in Chocolate and Caramel
Shaggy textures are the most loved pieces in the collection. They sit between teddy and bouclé in terms of feel, and they read as one of the warmer entries in any wardrobe. Wear a chocolate shaggy jacket open over a nude dress for a winter lunch, or pull it over a slim ladies blouse and your favourite pants for a long workday that ends with a glass of wine. Caramel works the same way and lifts a darker outfit without competing with it.
Toggle Faux Fur Jackets and Cropped Cuts
Our toggle faux fur jackets are the more practical end of the range. The button-and-loop closure means you can wear them open as a layering piece or done up as a coat. Cropped lengths in cream, chocolate and mocha balance well with a maxi dress or a wrap dress, because the shorter line keeps the leg long. If you tend to feel swamped by longer coats, a toggle cropped piece is the most flattering place to start.
Biker-Cut Faux Fur and Statement Styling
A biker-cut faux fur jacket reads as fashion-forward without being a costume. The shorter, slightly angled silhouette pairs cleanly with skinny denim, with a strap dress and boots, or layered over a black dress for an evening that starts smart and ends warm. Our chocolate biker is one of the most photographed pieces in the store, and it is the jacket we recommend if you want one piece that does everything.
Faux Fur Gilets and Sleeveless Layering
Sleeveless layering pieces are the underrated heroes of a South African winter. Our cream beaded fur gilet adds a layer of warmth across the core without the bulk of full sleeves, which is exactly what you want on a cool Cape Town morning that warms up by mid-morning. A gilet sits beautifully over a knit and a pair of linen pants, or as the finishing layer over a shirt dress.
How to Style a Faux Fur Jacket
The styling rule for faux fur is restraint. Let the jacket be the loud piece and keep the rest of the outfit clean. Slim denim, tailored pants, a fluid skirt, or a column dress will all work. Lift the look with real jewellery, a charm necklace or a layered necklace that sits against the fur and brings the eye back to the face. A clean tote bag or a small structured handbag balances the volume. A long scarf can stay or go, depending on the day.
Faux Fur for Occasions and Smart Events
A faux fur jacket is one of the most useful pieces in an occasion wardrobe. Over a cocktail dress, an evening dress or a wedding guest dress, the jacket reads as a deliberate piece rather than an afterthought. It works for a winter formal dress event as easily as it does for a smart birthday lunch. The trick is choosing the right length. A cropped jacket sits well over a longer skirt or a fitted maxi. A longer jacket suits a shorter dress.
Imported From Europe, Edited for South African Winters
Every faux fur piece in this collection is imported from Europe. Our buyers select pieces with a South African winter in mind. That means warmth without overkill, lighter linings and silhouettes that translate from day to evening. The same standard runs through every other collection we stock, from smart casual women to occasion dresses.
Sizing and Care Notes
Faux fur jackets are designed to layer, so they tend to be cut with a slightly relaxed fit. Take your usual size unless you plan to wear bulky knits underneath. Our size guide walks through the measurements piece by piece. For care, spot clean with a soft cloth and a mild detergent. Brush the pile in one direction with a wide-tooth comb if it starts to clump. Avoid heat. Do not dry clean unless the care label specifically says it is permitted.
Wearing Faux Fur in Cape Town and Johannesburg
Our customers in Cape Town start reaching for faux fur in late May and through to September. Johannesburg winters bite earlier and harder, which is where the toggle and shaggy pieces earn their keep. Visit our boutique to try a piece on, or read more about how we source and curate the range on the about page.
Delivery, Returns and How to Reach Us
Orders over R1,500 ship free across South Africa. Full timing and rates are on our deliveries and refund policy page. We do not run a self-service returns portal. If a piece does not feel right when it arrives, please contact our team and we will walk you through the returns process personally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is faux fur made of?
Faux fur is a synthetic textile designed to mimic the look and warmth of real fur. The pile is usually a mix of acrylic, modacrylic, polyester or nylon fibres, knitted or tufted onto a backing. Quality varies enormously. The better European mills use longer fibres, denser pile and finer backings, which is why their pieces feel and behave more like the real thing.
Are faux fur jackets actually warm?
Yes. A well-made faux fur jacket traps body heat very effectively because the pile creates an insulating layer. For a South African winter, a faux fur piece is often warmer than you need indoors, which is why many of our customers reach for them as an outerwear layer rather than as a heavy coat.
How do I wash a faux fur jacket?
Spot clean wherever possible. Use a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent on small marks. Avoid soaking the jacket and avoid heat. If the whole piece needs cleaning, take it to a specialist who handles faux fur and shearling. Do not put a faux fur jacket through a regular machine cycle. The pile will flatten and the backing may distort.
Can I brush a faux fur jacket if the pile flattens?
Yes. Use a wide-tooth comb or a soft pet-grade brush and brush in one direction following the natural lay of the pile. Light brushing restores loft and lifts any matting from wear or storage. Do this gently. Aggressive brushing pulls fibres out of the backing.
What is the difference between real fur and faux fur?
Real fur comes from animals. Faux fur is a synthetic textile. From a wear point of view, modern faux fur in good quality is hard to distinguish from real fur at a glance. The pile catches light differently and the warmth is excellent. From an ethical point of view, faux fur removes the animal welfare question entirely, which is why most modern luxury houses now show faux fur on their runways.
How long should a faux fur jacket last?
A well-made faux fur jacket from a European supplier should comfortably last five to ten seasons of regular winter wear with proper care. The key is gentle handling. Avoid stuffing it into a tight wardrobe, avoid hot car interiors and brush the pile when it needs lifting.
How do I store a faux fur jacket between seasons?
Store it loose on a wide-shoulder hanger inside a breathable garment bag. Do not vacuum pack it. The pile will flatten and the jacket will arrive at next winter looking tired. Keep it out of direct sunlight, which fades the colour over time.
What goes with a chocolate or caramel faux fur jacket?
Neutrals work best. A cream knit, a black dress, a pair of jeans, or a camel-toned outfit will all let the jacket be the lead. Avoid pairing strong patterns with shaggy fur. The texture is already the visual interest, so the rest of the outfit should sit quietly underneath.
Are faux fur jackets warm enough on their own in a Cape Town winter?
For the average Cape Town winter day, yes. You may want a knit layer underneath on a windy morning or an evening on the coast. Johannesburg winters in July may also require a light knit underneath. Our toggle and biker pieces have enough body to function as the outer layer on most days.
How do I return a faux fur jacket if it does not fit?
We do not run a self-service returns portal. If a piece needs to come back, please contact our team directly and we will walk you through the process personally. Full conditions, timeframes and exclusions are listed on our deliveries and refund policy page, which is worth a read before you get in touch.
Where can I buy designer faux fur jackets in South Africa?
Most South African retailers carry fast-fashion faux fur at the cheaper end and a small selection of imported pieces at the luxury end. Something Pretty sits between the two. Our pieces are curated from European suppliers, with the quality and finish of a higher-priced line at a price point that reflects boutique sourcing rather than designer house margins.