Brexit, Fur-Trimmed Parkas and Trendy Vegans in London Town
byA recent trip to the United Kingdom allowed me to conduct some unscientific research on common preconceptions about this damp and chilly nation. Are…
Design & Fashion
Moleskin: A Unique Fur Once Favoured by British High Society
byThough rarely seen these days, moleskin deserves a special mention in the history of the fur trade. This unique fur was once favoured by…
IFF Fashion Campaigns Promote Ethics, Heritage and Sustainability of Fur
byResponsible fashion, informed consumer choice, and the sustainability of fur are front-and-centre in two new fashion campaigns for Fall/Winter 2018-2019 from the International Fur Federation….
New Zealand Designer Embraces Wild Rabbit “Eco-Fur”
byWe’re used to hearing polarised arguments about fur, either strongly in favour or strongly against. But many people hold views that fall somewhere in…
Proposals to Ban Fur Sales Are Anti-Ecological
byAfter pressuring a number of designer brands to stop using fur in their collections, animal activist groups that seek to impose a vegan lifestyle…
Fur’s Unwavering Appeal
byIn response to rumors of his demise, American writer and humorist Mark Twain is famously quoted as saying, “The reports of my death are…
The Truth About “Fur Free” Designer Brands
byOver the past months, several prominent designer brands have announced that their collections will henceforth be “fur free”. Animal activists have been quick to…
From Donald Duck to Zootopia: 70 Years of Cartoon Fur
byWearing fur is so prevalent in human culture that it has even reached our illustrations and animation, from comic books to cartoons. The cartoon…
Choosing the Best Fur for You
byChoosing the best fur for you is like choosing a car. Most of us can’t afford a different car for every activity or need,…