I've been wanting to work with faux fur and I'm so glad that McCall's 7257 was released.  It's such an easy pattern, with limited seams to work with.

I cut the size medium and used the length from view D and the hood from view C.  My fabric is this very luxurious Black and White Faux Fur Knit from Mood Fabrics.com.

I had never worked with any kind of fur before, so I had to quickly do research on how to start.  I read that you (obviously) treat fur like you would any fabric with a nap, clearly the fur needs to be point down.  I cut on a single layer, from the backside.  I cut into the backing to completely miss the fur.  You never cut across the fur!  You don't want blunt ends.  It should look natural.  And I trimmed the fur down in the seam allowances so it would be easier to sew.  I used a regular universal size 12 needle.  And yes, it's messy as hell to work with. You'll need almost need a shop vac when you're done!

And what's outerwear without pockets!  

Even though I'll never wear the hood, it's a great detail that adds interest.

My lining is a Silver Poly Satin.  The poly looks good, but doesn't feel as luxe as a charmeuse would've.  I wish I'd bought the charmeuse.  Having a little bit of buyer's remorse.  But if I make another one, I'll use it next time.

Overall, I love this new piece.  It's chic, easy to throw on and it'll be worn a lot for this season.