How to freshen up grandma's fur coat And why sneakers are not enough

It took indie sleaze to bring fur back into fashion, whether it be synthetic, eco-friendly, vintage, or simply pulled from grandma's wardrobe. Think of the old looks of the Olsen twins, Kate Moss, or Sienna Miller on the streets of New York and London, or the heroines of Tumblr like Sky Ferreira, Alexa Chung, or Chloë Sevigny. To make fur cool, it takes charm and inspiration: to find it, just delve into the depths of the internet. Fishnet stockings on thighs and ankle boots, subversive accessories on the head, and smeared eye makeup are just the first suggestions that these it-girls can give you; the rest, we summarise below.

Whether it's tween or indie sleaze, Harajuku style or old money, what truly matters in your fur-outfit is your personality. The only cases where a vintage coat fails to make a good impression are those in which the wearer has tried to emulate someone else's look, so let your wardrobe guide you. Add colors, accessories, and match it with the looks that best suit your rules, whether it's a mini or maxi skirt. Exaggerating, to go against one of Coco Chanel's most famous quotes, is never a mistake, so before leaving home, add something and you're done.