Last winter marked the return of the ultimate 80s fashion piece in the form of faux fur coats. An easy way to incorporate faux fur is also through smaller offerings of it, and a cardigan from Boden offers this up with both elegance and style.

The fashion retailer has the Fur Trim Cardigan in black for £129, but shoppers will get 15% off all new styles, using the code WXVK, taking the price down to £109.65. Fancy as well as functional, the faux fur cuffs and jewel buttons elevate the cardi to party-ready status.

In stylish black, the fabric contains both wool and mohair for warmth. Paired with jeans or a skirt, the cardigan offers a warm solution for a Christmas party or festive day out.

Alternatively, for fashion fans planning ahead and looking for a chic ensemble to ring in the new year, wear this cardigan open over a silky slip dress or with a satin skirt creating the perfect fusion for an ultra-elegant look.

The cardigan comes in sizes extra small through to extra large, and is a straight shape, designed to fall between the waist and hip when worn. Shoppers should note though, Boden says it’s hand wash only. 

For another textured piece, New Look has the Light Khaki Super Fluffy Button Up Cardigan for £34.99. This comes in other colours too – tan and camel – and in sizes small through to extra large. With a deep v-neckline, it buttons up the front for a slouchy shape, so is perfect for casual winter comfort.

For fans of a print, there is the Ecru/Leopard Print Faux Fur Collar Cardigan for £49. This also comes in a chocolate Brown Fairisle Pattern for £52, also with the faux fur collar. This cardigan buttons down the front and has ribbed trims on the sleeves and waist.

While Boden’s Fur Trim Cardigan does not have any reviews online yet, Boden overall has had more than 60,000 reviews on Trustpilot, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Its many fans speak highly of its quality clothes and colourful patterns and fabrics, with one saying: “Always great and reliable with Boden. Such a great company. Communication throughout order to delivery brilliant.”

Another said: “Spectacular designs, colour, quality and delivery experience. I would definitely recommend this brand to everyone.” One reviewer said it creates “lovely” clothes for both children and adults, adding: “Quality of the fabric is great. They wash perfect, never lose colours and last very well.”

One person admitted they found an item they had bought did not quite work for them. 

“Four stars for the items – fabric and style as described. The shoulders were slightly too short for my shape, otherwise, a lovely garment,” they said.

And another said they found the clothes “fun and appealing to all ages” but reported an issue with the website, saying: “Please make site easier to scroll through. Otherwise well done.”