In the event of a zombie apocalypse, odds are high that three things will survive: Scientology, Keith Richards and shearling. Sure, the latter was once earmarked the black sheep of the fur family, but it’s stood the test of time. In fact, archeologists dug up a mummy in Subashi, China dating back to 500 B.C., who just happened to be wearing a pair of sheepskin boots.
There are two fundamental reasons shearling has been an unwavering mainstay in wardrobes for centuries. First, its utilitarian quality is unmatched, saving the day for 19th century North American trappers, World War I pilots and 60s hippies alike. Second, it’s quite possibly the most egalitarian fur on the market. As Miuccia Prada told Style.com in reference to her woolly Fall 2014 collection, it’s the “opposite of rich.” But that doesn’t mean it can’t look luxe.
Sacai, Jason Wu, Altuzarra Fall 2014; Images: IMaxTree
This season, Burberry Prorsum toyed with painterly strokes on supple hides and Phillip Lim took a crack at patchworking. Both iterations proved waitlist-worthy. Meanwhile, Sacai blew things out of proportion; a dramatic, leather shearling bomber received a hip hop hooray from the peanut gallery. Accessories also got the plush treatment. Warm-weather booties showed up at Rag & Bone and Tommy Hilfiger, while Tory Burch gave us her best bucket bag yet.
Want to get in on the action? Shop the slideshow below.
Tommy Hilfiger, Rag & Bone Fall, Tory Burch; Images: IMaxTree
Shearling
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J.Crew
Collection Shearling Bomber, $498 at J.Crew
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Barneys New York
Shearling Fingerless Gloves, $165 at Barneys
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Converse
All Star Dainty Shearling Shoe, $85 at Converse
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Nasty Gal
Shear Madness Reversible Bag, $65 at Nasty Gal
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Glamorous
Faux Shearling Jacket, $198 at Shopbop
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UGG Australia
Classic Shearling Wired Earmuffs, $141 at mytheresa.com
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Loeffler Randall
Irini Slip-On Sneaker, $193 at Loeffler Randall
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Kreisi Couture
Papalina Shearling Hat with Pompom, $230 at Luisa Via Roma
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Jeffrey Campbell
Vain-SH Shearling Shoes, $160 at Jeffrey Campbell
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Forever 21
Textured Faux Leather Tote, $27.90 at Forever 21
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Fendi
Shearling Necklace, $332 at mytheresa.com
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Diane von Furstenberg
Mini Shearling Crossbody Bag, $348 at Diane von Furstenberg
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3.1 Phillip Lim
Removable Shearling Collar Textured Car Coat, $1,495 at Saks
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Opening Ceremony
Lyo Multi Zip Shearling Pouch, $225 at Opening Ceremony
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Lanvin
Shearling High Top Sneakers, $875 at Lane Crawford
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Silence + Noise
Shearling Backpack, $129 at Urban Outfitters
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French Connection
Rhonda Faux Shearling Vest, $198 at Bloomingdale's
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Tory Burch
Shearling Small Drawstring Bag, $695 at Tory Burch
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Madewell
The Twin-Pouch Crossbody in Shearling, $188 at Madewell
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Choies
Pink Faux Shearling Short Coat, $46.99 at Choies
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Sophia Webster
Katy Pom-Pom Suede & Leather Ankle Boots, $795 at Saks
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Chicnova
Big Lapel Collar Fur Coat, $64 at Chicnova
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Joshua Sanders
LA Slip On Sneaker, $425 at Intermix
