The Wild Arrival: 1960s Safari by Fairmoor Leopard Faux Fur Coat

A coat that makes the entrance for you. This circa 1960s Safari by Fairmoor design combines a sweeping leopard print with an oversized collar that frames the face. Six dark buttons give its double-breasted front a tailored finish, while the generous shape, pockets, and smooth satin lining make it as pleasurable to wear as it is to look at.

Why We Love It

The scale is what makes this coat special. Its collar brings drama close to the face, while the varied spots and streaks carry the print down the full 37-inch length. Wear it over an evening dress or let it give a plain sweater and trousers an entirely different mood.

Details

• Era: Circa 1960s
• Label: Safari, styled by Fairmoor
• Fabric credited on label to La France, a division of Riegel Textile Corp.
• Leopard print faux fur; exact fiber content unverified
• Double-breasted front with six buttons
• Oversized collar
• Pockets
• Dark satin lining

Measurements

Taken flat. Please compare with a coat you own and allow room for layers.

• Shoulders: 17"
• Pit to pit: 24"
• Sleeves: 22"
• Length: 37"

Condition

Good vintage condition based on the supplied photographs. Please confirm the condition of the lining, buttons, seams, and faux fur in person and disclose any wear before publishing.

Collector’s Notes

The label tells a fuller story than a maker’s name alone: Fairmoor styled the coat, while La France supplied its distinctive faux fur fabric. Leopard-patterned coats had a place in 1960s fashion, and this example makes the appeal easy to understand. The oversized collar and bold print give it the presence of statement outerwear; the satin lining and double-breasted construction make it a considered garment to keep wearing.