Fluff and Fuzz: We've the Cosiest, Coolest Coats and Jackets from the High Street

The word cosy, I think, is onomatopoeic, in that is exudes the emotional property of the word. You say it out loud, you feel it, or at least you want to feel it. The current love for all things fuzzy is just fabulous because there are plenty around to keep you cosy this Winter.

Whether you wear them over your best cocktail dress, or edge them up with some ripped jeans and sneakers, you can style them to suit pretty much any desired look. Plus, you don't have to opt for dark shades; colour is abundant and we even see the stripe coming into effect! If you feel like something bold, or just want to opt for the muted look, fear not, we have something for you.

From top left: Stripe faux fur jacket, €35 (November); Patchwork jacket, €75, Next; Two tone jacket, €124, Warehouse; Full length black coat, €650, Karen Millen; Stripe short jacket, €TBC*, Karen Millen, Black collared jacket, €142.50, H by Henry Holland at Debenhams

Another great thing about the new faux fur trend, is that you don't have to opt for a longer length.

The short style jacket has made a comeback which I think allows the jacket to be worn in a casual way. Each of the hues of colour (especially from Oasis and Warehouse) mean you can style your outfit to complement the main colours, the most popular of which are pink, emerald green, burgundy and grey for Autumn Winter.

Left, €69.99; Right, €89.99 both from TK Maxx

Design is key this season, and there are plenty of options which divert away from blocks of dark colours; such as patchwork and stripes as seen from TK Maxx, Penneys and Next. These are a little more fun; keep the rest of the outfit simple if you are styling up one of these must have jackets and that be your main statement.

White gilet, €17, Penneys; Black gilet, €TBC*, Karen Millen; Burgundy gilet, €63, Red Herring at Debenhams

The fuzz trend can also be layered! Style a gilet over a leather jacket or blazer to keep you extra snug and chic. This is where colour is key so balance is important. Burgundy works stylishly over a leather jacket; but I also have a penchant for black on black (which you may see me wearing quite a bit!)

So with plenty of choice out there, the fuzz is yours if you choose to take it on! So, do you like? Which style do you prefer?

*We'll update these prices as soon as we can confirm the euro prices.

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