Faux For Fall

Here’s a trend I’m all about as we shift, hopefully slowly, into cooler weather: all things faux. I no longer buy anything made of fur. I’ll wear what I already own, especially since all of my fur pieces have been passed on from my grandmothers. They hold sentimental value for me. I love envisioning them all dressed up and glamorous for a night out on the town, when nights out indeed called for such glamour.

For me, buying fur no longer feels right. We live in modern times where I simply don’t need a dead animal to keep me warm. I don’t eat meat but I do cook it for my family. Strict vegans would disagree with me, and I respect their opinions, but I don’t equate feeding my growing children meat with wearing fur. Every individual has their own views on this subject, and this is where I’m currently holding. Fur always felt a little ridiculous to me. It’s a bit cartoonish Real Mob Wives. I don’t miss it. However, I love leather. This one is tougher for me, mostly in that I forget to not buy it. It requires more of a reminder that it’s no different then buying fur. I really love leather jackets in various styles and colors. How fortunate are we to have so many faux leather options on the market? I researched a bunch for this Fall, and some are truly fab. The biker jackets were my fave. You cannot tell the difference, and I guess who cares really if you can. Ain’t nothing ever wrong with conscious shopping. Try to go for faux; it may be a look you feel great about choosing.

Might I suggest: UO Faux Leather High-Waisted Short from Urban Outfitters

BLANKNYC DenimFaux Leather Skinny Jeans from Nordstrom’s Rack