Fashion The Trend: Warm & Fuzzy By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on August 20, 2014 @ 04:14PM Pin Share Tweet Email Trending Videos Photo: Courtesy Photo The Trend: Warm & Fuzzy 01 of 12 Reasons To Love It ImaxTree (4) The newest crop of winter-proof runway coats came down-quilted or cleverly trimmed with shearling or fur. Cinched waists, elongating zippers, and cuffed sleeves helped bring shape and definition to this warm and welcoming (but still stylish) bunch. HOW TO WEAR ITOn the runway the silhouette was exaggerated and oversize. For everyday wear, slimmer A-line styles are more practical and flattering. Yellow? Colorblocking? Don't fear the statement coat. Luxurious colored furs and punchy patterns can lighten up your mood on dreary days. If you're going the graphic route, make sure your coat complements what's going on underneath. Consider it an extension of your outfit. Runway photos: (left to right) Burberry Prorsum, Sacai, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Lanvin 02 of 12 DKNY Courtesy Photo $495; dkny.com 03 of 12 French Connection Courtesy Photo $488; frenchconnection.com 04 of 12 Zara Courtesy Photo $169; zara.com 05 of 12 Shrimps Courtesy Photo $995; net-a-porter.com 06 of 12 Norma Kamali Time Inc Photo Studio $660; normakamali.com 07 of 12 Topshop Time Inc Photo Studio $179; topshop.com 08 of 12 Avelon Time Inc Photo Studio $2,969; openingceremony.com 09 of 12 French Connection Courtesy Photo $275; frenchconnection.com 10 of 12 Tory Burch Courtesy Photo $1,795; toryburch.com 11 of 12 Uniqlo Courtesy Photo $60; uniqlo.com 12 of 12 Michael Michael Kors Courtesy Photo $225; net-a-porter.com