The Fur Vest is, perhaps surprisingly, one of the most versatile yet fashion-forward items you could have in your closet for the next six months.  They come in all lengths, colors and various thicknesses, so there is a style to match every wardrobe and personal preference!  If you’re worried that a fur vest might cost too much or that you might not be able to incorporate it into your wardrobe, don’t be.  You'll find a number of inexpensive options below as well as specific outfit ideas down to the last accessory!

Personally, I have no problem with real fur (or leather).  But there are more reasons than just animal rights to get a faux fur vest versus a real one.  First, a faux fur vest will be much less expensive than a real one (unless you've found the deal of the century!)  Additionally, faux fur made a grand entrance onto the high fashion scene last year when Karl Lagerfeld sent his models down the runway for Chanel's Fall/Winter 2010 show in all manner of fake fur coats, skirts and boots!  Lagerfeld noted, "technical advances are so perfect you can hardly tell fake fur from the real thing."  The point being that fake fur is not only accepted by the highest of fashion powers, it is encouraged and embraced!

I love this option from Zara for $79.99.  The fur vest is an extremely versatile item, so you will definitely get the value for your money here as you wear your vest night, day, this year, next year...  The neutral palette of this vest is great; it will blend in with any number of colors.  Additionally, I love the length, which will elongate the figure.  I’m a huge belt enthusiast, and this is perfect for belting which will also help you pull together your outfits with a final touch!