Fur
International Fur Federation Launches Furcycle, a Labeling System for Vintage and Pre-loved Items
The label will carry information on the full origin, history and transformation of the garment.
Dennis Basso Talks New Store, a Reality Show Idea and the Downsides of Retirement
Forty years after starting his company, the New Yorker is enthusiastic as ever and is planning for new…
Is US Mink Production in a ‘Death Spiral’?
American pelt production fell by 15 percent to 1.33 million pieces in 2022, according to the USDA.
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Fur Industry Has ‘Good, Long and Healthy Future’ Ahead, CEO Says
The fur industry's estimated $20 billion value is less than half of its near record-high of $44 billion in…
Adrienne Landau Business Gears Up for Second Act With New Partner Meridian Brands
The company is offering Adrienne Landau Quartz and Onyx collections.
Kering Bans Angora Fur After Gucci Gaffe
PETA pressure persuaded the luxury giant to abandon angora after Gucci's ill-fated Year of the Rabbit faux…
Dillard’s Has ‘No Excuse’ For Selling Fur Fashion
A campaign by four animal rights organizations urges a fur-free policy for the last major U.S. department…
Stella McCartney Corrals Rabbits, Cows, and a Goat for New Campaign
The spring 2023 ad campaign also features the animal-loving human Madelyn Cline.
Hudson’s Bay Flees Fur Following PETA Push
Hudson's Bay joins the growing list of brands and retailers eliminating fur from their product offerings…
Hudson’s Bay Company Officially Goes Fur-free
As North America's oldest company, Hudson's Bay's heritage started in the fur trade.
The Fur Vault’s Cofounder Harold Schwartz Dies
The self-made millionaire and philanthropist started his career at 18 so that his younger brother could go to…
What to Know About Naadam, PETA, Neiman and Fur
Animal-derived fibers are coming under fire and falling out of fashion.
Laura Biagiotti RTW Fall 2023
Lavinia Biagiotti returned to the Piccolo theater in Milan, parading a confident and cohesive collection.
Harvey Nichols Vows to Eliminate All Fur by End of 2023
The move is unlikely to have a major impact on sales and is in line with the decisions of other luxury…
Mary J. Blige Channels Showgirl Glamour in Plunging Matthew Reisman Minidress and Sinuous René Caovilla Sandals for Birthday Bash
The singer rang in her 52nd birthday with celebrity friends ranging from Queen Latifah to Fat Joe.