Honest & Unsponsored Best Buys Fashion Trends for Winter 2025

Winter 2025 is absolutely dominated by statement outerwear, luxurious textures, and bold individuality—think faux fur everywhere, leopard print migrating from coats to entire outfits, and rich brown leather in every shade from mocha to mahogany. After seasons of quiet luxury and minimalism, we're embracing maximalist glamour, playful textures, and jewel tones that make dressing for cold weather genuinely exciting again. I've spent the last few months analysing runway shows and street style, and I can confidently say this winter is about making an entrance.

Faux fur: The undisputed champion

If there's one trend ruling winter 2025, it's faux fur. I'm talking floor-length coats, cropped jackets, stoles, handbags—it appeared in nearly every major collection from Prada to Gucci to Chloé. The brilliant part? This trend works across all budgets and personal styles.

For high street options, H&M has delivered surprisingly luxe-looking faux fur coats that don't scream "budget buy," whilst Mango offers beautifully structured options in neutral tones that'll last seasons. Zara is particularly strong this year with their cropped faux fur jackets in rich chocolate browns—perfect for early winter layering. I'm also loving what Topshop is doing with collarless faux fur that looks genuinely vintage.

Premium picks include Reiss, whose faux fur offerings have a refined, grown-up sensibility, and All Saints, which does edgier faux fur with their signature rock-and-roll twist. For luxury, Toteme's shearling pieces are investment-worthy, whilst The Frankie Shop offers that effortlessly cool Scandi aesthetic.

Leopard print migrates everywhere

Leopard print isn't just for coats anymore—it's infiltrated dresses, skirt suits, knitwear, and accessories. The key is treating it as a neutral. I've been styling leopard midi skirts with simple black knits, and leopard print coats over monochrome outfits for maximum impact without veering into costume territory.

M&S surprised me this season with their leopard offerings—beautifully cut pieces that work for women over 30 who want the trend without looking like they're trying too hard. Massimo Dutti has particularly elegant leopard scarves and accessories if you want to dip your toe in gently. For something bolder, check out Hush, an independent British brand doing subtle, barely-there leopard that's perfect for print-phobes, or Nobody's Child, who create sustainable leopard pieces with a vintage feel.

Brown leather in delicious tones

Black leather remains classic, but brown leather is having its moment. We're seeing everything from mocha blazers to mahogany midi skirts, espresso trousers to chocolate brown bombers. This trend elevates any outfit instantly—there's something inherently expensive-looking about quality brown leather.

Mango continues to excel at affordable leather, with their brown leather blazers looking far more expensive than their price tag suggests. Massimo Dutti specialises in this aesthetic—their brown leather pieces are exceptionally well-made and age beautifully. Premium options include Reiss, whose leather tailoring is impeccable, whilst luxury seekers should look at Hermès or Chloé for investment pieces you'll treasure forever.

Statement outerwear with attitude

Oversized coats with bold shoulders, dramatic silhouettes, and exaggerated proportions are everywhere. This is outerwear that doesn't whisper—it commands attention. I'm particularly drawn to the scarf coats and built-in collar styles that solve the eternal "where's my scarf?" problem.

Zara excels at trend-led outerwear at accessible prices—their oversized wool coats with statement shoulders are runway-inspired without the runway price. COS brings minimalist sophistication to the trend, whilst All Saints adds edge with leather details and unexpected textures. For luxury, look to Max Mara, whose coats are heirloom-quality.

Suede continues its reign

Suede isn't going anywhere—in fact, it's stronger than ever. From blazers to shackets, skirts to boots, this tactile material adds instant sophistication. The key is choosing rich, warm tones: cognac, camel, deep forest green.

Mango does excellent suede at high street prices, particularly their blazers which rival premium brands for quality. Massimo Dutti is another suede specialist worth exploring. Premium picks include Reiss and Ralph Lauren, whilst luxury suede from Louis Vuitton or Prada is investment dressing at its finest.

The '80s power dressing revival

Structured silhouettes, bold shoulders, cinched waists—the '80s are back with unapologetic glamour. This isn't costume dressing; it's taking those powerful elements and making them work for modern life. Think sculptural blazers, dramatic evening dresses, and jewel tones that pop.

H&M has surprisingly good tailored blazers with strong shoulders this season, whilst Zara interprets the trend with their usual fast-fashion savvy. For premium, Reiss does sophisticated power dressing beautifully. Luxury options from Saint Laurent or Stella McCartney capture the era's glamour whilst feeling entirely contemporary.

Styling advice from the trenches

Here's what I tell my clients: choose one statement trend per outfit. A faux fur coat over simple jeans and a jumper? Perfect. Leopard print dress with minimal accessories? Brilliant. Brown leather blazer with tailored trousers? Impeccable. The mistake is trying to wear everything at once.

Investment pieces should be your faux fur coat, brown leather blazer, or quality suede jacket—these transcend trends. Experiment with leopard print in more affordable pieces first, like M&S or Mango, to see if it works for your lifestyle.

Don't forget accessories. This winter, layered belts, structured bags, and platform boots complete the look. Zara and H&M do excellent trend-led accessories without the commitment of designer prices.

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Final thoughts

Winter 2025 fashion is about embracing boldness after years of playing it safe. Whether you invest in a statement faux fur coat from Topshop, experiment with leopard print from Hush, or treat yourself to brown leather from Massimo Dutti, choose pieces that make you feel powerful and confident. These trends aren't about following rules—they're about finding joy in getting dressed when it's cold and dark outside. And with Tellar solving the eternal sizing headache, you can shop with confidence, knowing you'll get the right fit first time, every time.