Fur
Prada Group Responds to Animal Rights Activists’ Efforts by Playing up Its Man-made Fibers and ‘Concrete Reduction’ of Fur
The company's statement noted how current advertising and storefront displays do not feature fur in any way.
Burberry to Stop Burning Unsold Products, Using Fur
Burberry has announced it will cease burning unsold stock "with immediate effect"—as well as stop using fur…
Global Grassroots Campaign Urges Prada to Stop Using Fur
Executives at Prada declined to comment on the matter Wednesday.
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Dennis Basso’s Creative Director Emily Burnett to Exit
Dennis Basso has not yet named a replacement for outgoing creative director Emily Burnett.
Fur Executive and Philanthropist Mary Kakas Dies at 78
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Mr & Mrs Italy Names New Chief Executive Officer
Sebastiani, who joined the company in 2017 as chief operating officer, succeeds Andrea Bucalossi.
Bridget Foley’s Diary: Don’t Ask, Just Sell
Disruption be damned. When it comes to addressing difficult questions, some retailers just remain silent.
The Fur Debate
It's a complex, emotional issue. As high-profile brands exit the category, the fur industry is fighting back…
San Francisco Becomes First Major US City to Ban Fur
San Francisco is taking a stance on animal welfare and its latest move to ban the sale of fur could…
At Chic Shanghai, Quality and Design Grow in Importance
China's "consumer upgrade" is driving spending on designer fashion from local and international brands.
San Francisco Becomes Largest U.S. City to Ban the Sale of New Fur Apparel and Accessories
San Francisco's Board of Supervisors hope that the city's anti-fur ban will be copies by other cities and…
Boohoo, TK Maxx Under Fire in Fur Mislabeling Investigation
Some U.K. fashion brands are coming under fire for allegedly mislabeling real fur as faux fur in their…
Exhibitors at TheOneMilano Fur Fair Up Creative Content
As they draw an increasing number of Chinese visitors, exhibitors are raising the level of craftsmanship and…
Yves Salomon Builds Accessories Business
The French furrier looks to outfit consumers in a head-to-toe look with the introduction of new accessories…