1.   Alternatives to the maxi include peacoats, safari jackets, military-like greatcoats, faux furs, leather coats and jackets, tweeds and coats of doublefaced wool.

2.   And although there were a few faux furs, almost all were the real thing.

3.   And they come in many colors, from purple to brown, and in faux furs or real ones, ranging from rabbit to mink.

4.   Behind her, another young woman hugged a copy of The Stranger to her faux fur.

5.   Ditto for fur, faux fur and even leopard-print trims.

6.   Designers especially have a soft spot for faux fur -- the fakier and more colorful, the better.

7.   Embossed wools, richly textured synthetics, faux furs and leathers have been used with ingenuity to create great coats.

8.   Faux fur coats ranged from white and shaggy to leopard prints and sheared beaver.

9.   Females are wearing short skirts or sheath dresses and heels, and wrapping themselves in faux furs.

10.   For night, add a faux fur or gold chain belt and animal print shoes to enliven an outfit.