<p>Shearling has had something of a makeover of late if you go by street-style stars like Alexa Chung and models-off-duty (Karlie Kloss). For Autumn/Winter 2016, it has come out to play with a chic show of restraint. This is not about all-over lumberjack fur. This season, it is all about being more urban. <br /><br /></p>.<p>This trend is delightfully practical, timeless and keeps you super warm. Shearling (aka sheepskin) was once the fabric of the market stall. Now, it has moved dramatically upscale, appearing on luxe jackets of all colours and cuts — and the style mavens are flocking to buy one. <br /><br />Shearling coats are coming in classic neutral shades — black, cream, beige; and also in hyper-hued dyed colours. Models love wearing theirs with skinny jeans and ankle boots, while fashionistas are going the classic western route a la ‘70s inspired combinations like flared jeans, boots, a blanket shawl and a trendy shearling jacket.<br /><br />Bhavishya Shetty, a fashion marketing student and blogger, swears by shearling trimmed denim jackets to keep her warm and stylish in the colder months. “I love how trends are becoming more functional. If you can add interesting details like shearling and fur onto winter wear, then there's no way dressing up for winter would be boring. They add texture and create interest.”<br /><br />Keep these pointers in mind to transfer your look from stuffy to chic:<br />*Don't underestimate the importance of a classic brown jacket<br />*Go for an unexpected shape, like a shearling cape.<br />*Get your hands on a pair of shearling trimmed boots.<br />*Keep the look urban chic by wearing it over dungarees<br />*Ditch the jacket and get a shearling accessory, like a clutch.<br />*Pick a colour that nobody else will have this season — like a canary yellow or cobalt blue.<br />*Wear it over a shimmer dress for a nonchalant yet glamorous look.<br />*Go for a vintage look with a chambray and hat.<br />The trick is to keep it young and fresh rather than old- school and have fun with styling.<br /><br /><br /></p>
<p>Shearling has had something of a makeover of late if you go by street-style stars like Alexa Chung and models-off-duty (Karlie Kloss). For Autumn/Winter 2016, it has come out to play with a chic show of restraint. This is not about all-over lumberjack fur. This season, it is all about being more urban. <br /><br /></p>.<p>This trend is delightfully practical, timeless and keeps you super warm. Shearling (aka sheepskin) was once the fabric of the market stall. Now, it has moved dramatically upscale, appearing on luxe jackets of all colours and cuts — and the style mavens are flocking to buy one. <br /><br />Shearling coats are coming in classic neutral shades — black, cream, beige; and also in hyper-hued dyed colours. Models love wearing theirs with skinny jeans and ankle boots, while fashionistas are going the classic western route a la ‘70s inspired combinations like flared jeans, boots, a blanket shawl and a trendy shearling jacket.<br /><br />Bhavishya Shetty, a fashion marketing student and blogger, swears by shearling trimmed denim jackets to keep her warm and stylish in the colder months. “I love how trends are becoming more functional. If you can add interesting details like shearling and fur onto winter wear, then there's no way dressing up for winter would be boring. They add texture and create interest.”<br /><br />Keep these pointers in mind to transfer your look from stuffy to chic:<br />*Don't underestimate the importance of a classic brown jacket<br />*Go for an unexpected shape, like a shearling cape.<br />*Get your hands on a pair of shearling trimmed boots.<br />*Keep the look urban chic by wearing it over dungarees<br />*Ditch the jacket and get a shearling accessory, like a clutch.<br />*Pick a colour that nobody else will have this season — like a canary yellow or cobalt blue.<br />*Wear it over a shimmer dress for a nonchalant yet glamorous look.<br />*Go for a vintage look with a chambray and hat.<br />The trick is to keep it young and fresh rather than old- school and have fun with styling.<br /><br /><br /></p>
