As the bone-chilling wrath of winter arrives, staying warm — at least those of us not fortunate enough to live in Southern California — is a full-time pursuit. But staying warm and stylish? That practically requires an advanced degree in inclement sartorial arts. There is, however, one fail-safe solution: vintage furs. Fluffy, cuddly furs are just as toasty as down jackets, but have a luxe factor that puffy coats can’t compete with. Plus, there’s the benefit of not having to show up to holiday parties dressed like you were shoveling the sidewalk. And, for the politically-minded among us, it’s much less objectionable to purchase vintage fur versus new-to-the-rack pieces.
For your browsing pleasure, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite fur coats — in a range of prices! — from the unmatched selection on 1stdibs. From a classic-fitting sable fur coat by Fendi to an iconic Yves Saint Laurent once owned by Elton John, these snuggly pieces of outerwear will make you wonder why you ever bothered with Gortex.
$3,800 Céline Grey Fur Jacket
$6,500 1990s Missoni Black Fox Cropped Jacket
$875 1980s Electric Blue Fur Jacket
$6,500 Fendi Multi-Colored Fox and Cashmere Coat
$22,000 1970s YSL Rive Gauche Fox Coat
$3,295 1970s Michael Forrest Lynx Coat
$17,000 Fendi Sable Fur Coat
$3,000 Givenchy Haute Couture Green Fox Jacket
$750 Chloe Muskrat Fur Coat with Raccoon Trim
$2,995 Dolce & Gabbana Burgundy Fur Coat
To see more, shop our full selection of vintage coats and outerwear on 1stdibs.