A fur dress is the fastest way to look dressed up when the weather turns cold. Today's versions are almost always faux fur trim: a plush collar, a fluffy neckline or fur cuffs added to a sleek dress, so you get the texture and drama without wearing a heavy coat indoors. Below, we break down the main fur dress styles, what to wear with each one, how to pick the right fit, and which occasions they work best for, from the office holiday party to New Year's Eve.
What Is a Fur Dress?
The term covers any dress where fur, real or faux, is part of the design rather than a separate layer. In practice, the styles you'll see in stores this season fall into a few groups:
- Faux fur trim necklines: fur along a plunging V, a sweetheart or an off-the-shoulder edge. This is the most popular style because it frames the face and photographs well.
- Fur cuffs and hems: a fitted dress finished with fur at the wrists or the bottom edge, which adds movement when you walk.
- Mixed-texture dresses: faux fur paired with faux leather, knit or stretch fabric for contrast.
- All-over fur: rarer, warmer and more of a statement. Most people find trim easier to wear.
Every fur dress featured in this guide uses faux fur, which keeps the look affordable and easy to care for.
Fur Dress Styles and How to Wear Each One
The Faux Fur Trim Mini Dress
A fitted mini with fur at the neckline is the party-ready option. Because the fur already does the work, keep everything else simple: sheer black tights, pointed pumps or sleek ankle boots, and small earrings so they don't fight with the trim. The Plunge V-Neck Faux Fur Trim Mini Dress comes in gold and burgundy, two colors that read festive without leaning on red and green.
The Off-the-Shoulder Fur Dress
Off-the-shoulder fur trim has an old-Hollywood feel. It shows off the collarbones, so a sleek bun or a low ponytail works better than loose hair that hides the neckline. Skip the necklace and let the fur act as the jewelry. Drop earrings or a stack of thin bracelets are enough.
The Fur Trim Maxi Dress
A long fur trim dress is the dressiest choice and the warmest, which makes it a strong pick for winter dinners and formal holiday events. Fur at the cuffs and hem draws the eye down, so a pointed heel that peeks out from under the hem keeps the line long. Browse more long styles in our maxi dresses collection.
Faux Leather and Fur
Pairing fur with faux leather gives the look an edge. A brown faux leather mini with fur trim works for concerts, birthday dinners and nights when you'd rather look cool than formal. Add knee-high boots and a structured shoulder bag.
What to Wear With a Fur Dress
Shoes
- Pointed pumps: the most polished option for holiday parties and dinners.
- Knee-high or ankle boots: warmer, and they balance the volume of the fur on mini styles.
- Metallic strappy heels: best for New Year's Eve and birthdays, especially with gold or champagne dresses.
Outerwear
Fur on fur can work, but it's easy to overdo. With a fur trim dress, a long wool coat, a leather trench or a cropped faux leather jacket is usually the better match. If you love a full faux fur coat, wear it over a plain dress instead.
Accessories
Keep jewelry small and bags compact. A clutch or a mini shoulder bag won't crush the fur or catch on it the way a large tote can.
Best Colors for a Faux Fur Dress
- Burgundy: deep, rich and holiday-appropriate without looking like a costume.
- Gold and champagne: made for birthdays, New Year's Eve and any event with a "glam" dress code.
- Brown and camel: warm, expensive-looking neutrals that pair well with leopard accents and gold jewelry.
- Black: the safest pick if you want one fur dress that works for every event.
- White: striking for winter weddings (as a guest, check the dress code first) and winter birthday shoots.
Where to Wear a Fur Dress
Holiday and Office Parties
For a work event, choose a burgundy, brown or black fur trim dress with a longer hem or opaque tights, and keep the neckline modest. For a friends' holiday party, a gold mini is fair game. Need more ideas? See our Christmas party outfit ideas for every event.
Birthdays and Date Nights
A fur dress is made for a winter birthday because it looks great in photos. Our birthday dresses collection has more options if you want something with sparkle instead.
New Year's Eve
Fur trim plus a metallic shoe is an easy NYE formula, and you'll stay warmer between venues than you would in a slip dress. For more looks, see our New Years Eve outfit ideas.
Sizing and Fit Tips (S–3XL)
EpicPlacess carries sizes S–3XL across the store, but size ranges vary by style, and many of our new faux fur trim pieces come in S–L. Check the size options on each product page before you order. A few fit tips:
- Bodycon fur dresses run snug. Most are stretch fabric, and if you're between sizes, sizing up is usually the safer choice.
- Fur adds visual volume. If you want a streamlined look, pick trim at the neckline or hem rather than all-over fur.
- Curvier shapes: a V-neck or off-the-shoulder trim draws the eye up and elongates the torso. Explore our plus size women's dresses and fashion for extended sizes.
Not a Dress Person? Try a Fur Trim Jumpsuit or Set
The same faux fur trim look works beyond dresses. The Plush Faux Fur Collar Plunge Jumpsuit gives you the fur collar with full-length legs (great for cold nights), and the Faux Fur Collar Crop Top & Midi Skirt Set brings the look to a two-piece. See more in our jumpsuits and rompers collection.
Caring for Faux Fur Trim
- Spot clean or hand wash cold, following the care label on your piece.
- Hang to dry. Never put faux fur in the dryer, because heat can mat the fibers.
- Brush the fur gently with a wide-tooth comb once it's dry to fluff it back up.
- Store it hanging with room around it so the trim doesn't get crushed.
Shop the Look: Fur Dresses at EpicPlacess
Want more options? Browse all women's dresses or see what just landed in new arrivals.
Fur Dress FAQ
Is a fur dress warm enough for winter?
A fur trim dress is warmer than a slip or sequin dress, but the trim only covers part of the body. For outdoor time, add tights and a long coat.
Can I wear a fur dress to a holiday office party?
Yes. Choose a deeper color like burgundy, brown or black, keep the hem at a comfortable length, and pair it with pumps and minimal jewelry.
Are the fur dresses at EpicPlacess real fur?
No. The fur dresses featured in this guide are made with faux fur.
How should a faux fur trim dress fit?
Most fur trim dresses are stretch bodycon styles, so they should feel snug but not tight. If you're between sizes, size up, and check each product page for the sizes available.
What shoes go with a fur dress?
Pointed pumps for a polished look, knee-high or ankle boots for warmth, and metallic strappy heels for New Year's Eve or birthdays.
Find Your Fur Dress
A faux fur dress is one of the easiest ways to make a winter outfit feel special, whether it's a gold mini for a birthday, a burgundy off-shoulder style for the office party or a leopard-trim maxi for a holiday dinner. Shop the EpicPlacess dress collection and find the fur trim piece that fits your plans this season.
