Rachel Zoe would agree: Faux fur is the ultimate inVestment dressing

Though fur has long been a luxe staple for fall and winter wardrobes, fashion runways have been overflowing with the faux fur look. A staple for Rachel Zoe, the faux fur vest is this season's biggest trend. Designers like Marc Jacobs and Burberry's Christopher Bailey complemented everything from leather shorts to a flashy cocktail frock with faux fur.

Glamorous and affordable, it's a perfect look for Houston, where heavy coats are rarely needed. The fashion forward woman can opt for a vest to adorn her ensemble and ward off the breezy weather. This holiday season, faux fur vests have replaced the tuxedo blazers we paired with everything last year. From jeans and a tee to a chic LBD, this bohemian accessory adds the perfect touch. It's almost as if the fur vest is replacing the scarf this fall. 

Fashionably Cinched trotted to Abejas Boutique to tackle the faux fur trend and here's what we found:

• Face the winter chill by pairing a faux vest with everything, from skinny jeans to your favorite maxi dress. A fur vest adorned ensemble can take you from day to night. A prime example of how to integrate this must-have outerwear into your everyday wardrobe comes via Burning Torch’s reversible vest.  Paired with a Herff Christiansen tunic and brown clogs, this vest can toughen up yet add flair to any LBD.
• An off duty ensemble of jeans and a tee can be softly topped off with a vest, to add warmth and glam. Think Kate Hudson’s character Penny Lane in Almost Famous. Spice up a casual Saturday outfit with a bohemian vest from Graham & Spencer. Paired with a James Perse tee and Citizens of Humanity Avedon Slick jeans this furry piece makes a statement.
• While Houstonians had to skip one of fall’s hottest trends — the shearling cropped jacket —  because it's usually too darn hot here, a shearling lined vest or jacket can top any look when the temperatures dip. Give your ensemble an Aspen feel The trick is to look like you’re going skiing, sans the heavy boots and gear. Paired with Graham & Spencer suede leggings, Muubaa’s sheepskin vest will keep you toasty and chic with its dramatic oversized collar.

Annina Stefanelli writes a fashion blog, Cinched at the Waist