Fur’s Unwavering Appeal

Fur’s Unwavering Appeal

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In response to rumors of his demise, American writer and humorist Mark Twain is famously quoted as saying, “The reports…
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The Truth About “Fur Free” Designer Brands

The Truth About “Fur Free” Designer Brands

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Over the past months, several prominent designer brands have announced that their collections will henceforth be “fur free”. Animal activists…
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From Donald Duck to Zootopia: 70 Years of Cartoon Fur

From Donald Duck to Zootopia: 70 Years of Cartoon Fur

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Wearing fur is so prevalent in human culture that it has even reached our illustrations and animation, from comic books…
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Choosing the Best Fur for You

Choosing the Best Fur for You

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Choosing the best fur for you is like choosing a car. Most of us can’t afford a different car for…
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Fur Coat Stories: “I Wear Mine Everywhere!”

Fur Coat Stories: “I Wear Mine Everywhere!”

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Chances are, if you have a fur coat, it’s got a story. Certain items of clothing are more than just…
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The Future of Fur Retailing: New Challenges, New Strategies

The Future of Fur Retailing: New Challenges, New Strategies

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Like any business, fur retailing has its challenges, and some would say the challenges have never been tougher. But could…
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Why Fur Trim Keeps Us Warm

Why Fur Trim Keeps Us Warm

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Fur-trimmed and down-filled parkas are everywhere in our cities these days, but is the coyote, fox or other fur trim…
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Sheep Fur: Pam Anderson Hates It, Ralph Lauren Loves It

Sheep Fur: Pam Anderson Hates It, Ralph Lauren Loves It

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Something that keeps writers like me employed is that no matter how good we are at spreading the truth, when…
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Sustainability: Why Is Gucci So Confused?

Sustainability: Why Is Gucci So Confused?

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In the modern field of conservation, sustainable use is the goal for which resource managers strive. Yet not so long…
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Fur Protests: How to Protect Your Retail Business

Fur Protests: How to Protect Your Retail Business

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The fur retailing season is beginning, and with it we can expect the usual flurry of fur protests. Despite decades…
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Fur-Free Gucci Policy Contradicts Company’s “Sustainability” Claims

Fur-Free Gucci Policy Contradicts Company’s “Sustainability” Claims

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Gucci CEO Marco Bizzarri puzzled many when he recently announced that the prestigious design label would go “fur-free” in 2018….
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Why the Fur Trade Needs “Frivolous” High Fashion

Why the Fur Trade Needs “Frivolous” High Fashion

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Even those of us who think dressing up means jeans and a clean T-shirt have an opinion about “high fashion”….
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