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Fully loaded: this men’s coat from Buckler is now 70 per cent off

bucklerWinter warriors should check out this sleek model from Andrew Buckler. Aptly named the Gun Coat, it pairs a classic overcoat silhouette with fashion-forward metal detailing, playing up the military theme that flooded the runways last year. Made from a heavyweight wool and polyester blend, the coat promises to keep its wearer warm down to about minus 10 Celsius. Available in black at $149 (70 per cent off its original $745 price tag), with or without the accompanying scarf ($28), this jacket is the best winter friend man has had since St. Bernards stopped carrying casks on their collars.

Buckler, 700 Queen St. W., 416-551-8441.

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Foiled again: a shimmery tee that gets better with age

parasuco-shirtThe holiday party season may be over, but that’s no reason not to sparkle on an evening out. This scoop-neck cotton-spandex tee has a foil coating that has been melted onto the garment and vacuum-sealed to achieve the creases and folds. As it wears, the shirt will take on its own look, with the foil finish developing an aged patina—chipping, cracking and flaking—making each top completely individual. Buyers are even encouraged to distress the foil by hand for a rough-hewn look.

On sale for $39.98 at Parasuco, Yorkdale Mall, 3401 Dufferin St., 416-782-8588.

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Snake charming: Daniel Espinosa cobra cocktail ring

CobraringReptiles have always creeped us out, but we’re reconsidering our aversion after finding this cobra ring ($565), part of the Myths and Fantasies collection from Daniel Espinosa. The stones, hand-set cubic zirconia fused with different metals to achieve the rich colours, sit on a base of sterling silver (both regular and oxidized, for a black finish) and 24-karat gold. Serpentine jewellery is all the rage right now, from Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s line for British luxury goods retailer Asprey to the more affordable rings at Club Monaco. Snake handling has never been more glamorous.

Daniel Espinosa at the Four Seasons Hotel, 21 Avenue Rd., 416-323-9127, danielespinosa.com.

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Furry friends: ultra chic rabbit-fur arm warmers

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These rabbit-fur arm warmers by Montreal furriers Martine et Bonal are the ideal accessory for cold-weather warriors. Available in black, chocolate brown and navy (the natural-colour version is already sold out), the sleeves pair with this season’s capes, shawls and three-quarter-length coats. Wear them in a chilly office, or get double duty by using them as toppers for winter boots (the elastic inside is incredibly stretchy). With these chic wraps, we’ll have plenty of places to go, so let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.

$125 at Accessity. 136 Cumberland St., 416-972-1855, accessity.com.

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