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By Janice Pollard

Ever see celebrities hit the slopes and wonder how they look so chic? How can they look so put together - AND stay warm? Consider the fur vest. Not only practical, but uber sophisticated, it’s a great way to stay warm either on the slopes or for an evening out. It’s both timeless and modern, so if you’re concerned about costs, consider the versatility and its cost of use over time, as you can dress it up or down.

What to wear with a fur vest
The fur vest makes a statement, so the rest of your outfit should be all about balance and take a back seat. Pair it with a miniskirt, tights, boots, and a tope that either covers your arms or leaves them bare and you’ve got a cute outfit for girls’ night out. Or, wear a pair of leggings, tall riding boots and long sweater with your fur vest for a cold winter coffee outing. And what about that ski hill? Again, it’s one sneaky way to look chic AND stay warm. Wear a plain wool sweater under your fur vest to keep your arms warm, and find a pair of fitted ski pants - done!

Choosing the best one for your body shape
Fur vests come in all shapes and sizes, but the first rule in choosing one for yourself is to consider your height and body shape. If you have a small petite frame, stick to a short, waist length style. If you’re taller and lean, you can look for a hip length style, those that go to mid-thigh, or longer.

If you’re considering your options between a fur vest and a fur coat, consider the bulk factor. It’s important to be sure your outfit is streamlined and sleek to balance any bulkiness.

Picking the right color
Fur vests come in many colors and gradients. If you’ll be wearing it for formal occasions, consider dark colors like blacks or lush sable browns. If you’ll use it for casual wear to punch up your everyday outfits, consider lighter colors like grays and shades of white.

However, if this is a long-term investment piece for you, go with a timeless neutral like tan or brown.

Choosing the right fur-type
Fur vests also come in many fur types. Sheared furs give a sleeker more subtle look, while longer hair furs such as Fox or Tibetian lamb lend to a more untamed style that will stand out in a crowd.

How NOT to wear your fur vest
Don’t overdose on fur. Remember, the fur vest steals the show. Don’t wear fur anywhere else, like boots, hats, or mittens or you’ll run the risk of looking like you’re in for a Nordic trek across a frozen tundra.

Avoid wearing other bulky fabrics. Fitted, lightweight fabrics - you can even wear silk in the winter to keep warm - will keep your look sleek and streamlined.

No matter what you choose, a fur vest is not only this season’s hottest trend, it’s a timeless classic.

About The Author

About Fashion Furs
Fashion Furs, a US company in business since 1983, sells high quality fur fashion outerwear and fur accessories at low prices. We value honesty, ethics and reliability and customers know what they see on our website is exactly what will be delivered to their door. Visit www.fashionfurs.com

By Lawrence White

Addiction is a very sad and worrying state. It’s a word that is often bandied about to describe a person’s overuse of drugs or alcohol. But as opposed to ‘habit’, addictive behaviour allows the sufferer to escape from the, sometimes, harsh realities and perhaps burdensome tedium of every day life. We each fall prey, from time to time, to the exasperation of life in the fast lane and while most of us revert to a nice cup of tea and a slice of chocolate cake in the afternoon, or a Gin and Tonic at the end of a long working day, some of us prefer the sweet comfort of putting our credit cards to work in an online shopping spree.

Falling into the latter category, I have to admit that the impulse to go and shop online (my favourite way of shopping) gives me a sense of satisfaction like no other. Call me an addict if you want, but I have to tell you that my wardrobe, (over-flowing as it is), but with beautifully crafted, well-chosen items of fashion, is an impressive example of precision online buying and key product purchases. The fact that it could dress the entire audience of a West End show is neither here nor there! But I’m not down hearted, and openly recognize when I make a mistake. Depression is an emotional state that often accompanies addiction, so here’s my theory: I am not depressed, in fact nothing could be further from the truth, therefore, by the laws of deduction, I am not an addict.

Armed with this wonderfully exhilarating and liberating news, I decide to put all these irrational fears to the back of my mind and get to the very real problem of what to buy next. Last week, I happened upon the wonderful range of ballerina flats. Now I have to tell you, these cute little shoes are a must. I had just purchased a gorgeous fruit-motif print day dress and was desperately seeking something special to compliment the knee length swing of its full skirt. My new ballerina shoes footed the bill quite literally.

With the stunning array of colours and styles that I came across online, I finally opted for not one, nor two, but yes, three pairs - well how could I refuse, the price was so attractive. I’m no Imelda Marcos but I just had to buy the Sophia Gold, the Victoria Faux Purple with a cute little white bow on the front, and the Sylvia Satin black (well everyone needs black, it goes without saying - so don’t shoot me!). I love the fact that these superb ballerina shoes are completely fold-able and ever at the ready, should you be clever enough to pre place them in all the important nooks and crannies around the living and working spaces of your life for easy access.

My own ever expanding handbag stash, which includes my fold-able grocery carrier, my portable toothbrush/toothpaste, and my mini make-up emergency kit, now has a new neighbour since I added my charming ballerina flats to the ensemble. They are super comfy, with a patented, skid resistant sole, and they make my darling feet look absolutely adorable, even if I do say so myself. Lightweight and sturdy, my new casual ballets have become my latest wearable gadget. They promise to make life easier for me, to answer all my daily fashion dilemmas, and finally to free me from addiction!

About The Author

Whether its to console your feet after a night of partying, a shopping trip you cant face in heels, driving around town safely, commuting to work in style, or traveling in complete comfort these stylish multi-purpose ballerina flats are ideal no matter what the occasion.