Models protest Kardashian boutique DASH for fur sales
Armed with signs and a Care2 petition containing over 140,000 signatures of support, models Joanna Krupa and Katie Cleary staged a protest at DASH to condemn the boutique for selling fur. Cleary, a former America’s Next Top Model contestant, claims the fashion boutique, owned by the Kardashian sisters, sold her a $274 rabbit fur mix vest, shown on a receipt dated February 6. In a statement to RadarOnline.com, “world’s sexiest swimsuit... Read More
‘Flour Power’ with Ari Solomon
This week on HuffPo, Ari Solomon authored a clever response to Khloe and Kim Kardashian’s claim that Kim had violence committed against her with a bag of flour. Ari does a great job putting this in to context and showing who the real bullies are. Kim should thanking the “flour power” activist for finally putting to good use of the meaningless void that is her celebrity. Since last week, it’s been impossible to escape... Read More
FTC to Hold Public Hearing on Fur Products Name Guide
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2011/11/furlabeling.shtm 11/16/2011 The Federal Trade Commission will hold a public hearing on December 6, 2011, to obtain input on whether to amend the agency’s Name Guide that lists the common animal names that are allowed on fur labels. The hearing is part of a review of the Name Guide required by Congress under the Truth in Fur Labeling Act of 2010 and the Federal Trade Commission’s systematic review of all... Read More
West Hollywood Bans Fur
Early Tuesday morning Sept 20th, West Hollywood City Council, after a lengthy hearing including much heated debate from both sides, unanimously passed a resolution to ban the sale of fur. There was a long string of activists and concerned citizens that spoke out in favor of this ban. Needless to say, the proponents of this bill who were present at the time were elated, giving the Council a standing ovation. This would make West Hollywood the... Read More
Drew Barrymore Sells Out For Neiman Marcus
Back in 2000, Vogue editor Anna Wintour was forced to rethink a planned front cover with the updated Charlie’s Angels (2000) cast after Drew Barrymore refused to wear leather and fur for the shoot. The animal lover had chosen to dress herself and Angels co-stars Cameron Diaz and Lucy Liu in outfits designed by Stella McCartney instead. Fast forward to 2011, Drew wears furs from Burberry Prorsum, Oscar De La Renta, Donna Karan & Etro... Read More
America’s Next Top Model Goes Faux
On a March 23rd Episode of A.N.T.M., the top remaining contestants are brought to the old LA Zoo where they invoke animal energy by modeling Rachel Zoe’s line of faux-furs – along with a live baby jaguar. Before they begin, one of the girls, Brittani, is heard saying “Thank god it’s faux“. It’s no surprise considering Nigel Barker, the celeb photographer and judge on the show, is a passionate animal activist... Read More
Vogue Paris Exec Editor Denounces Fur
Thanks to Reverend Jeff of WOM for this incredible tidbit: “I admit it, I do like Vogue Paris quite a bit, even with its grotesque fur pimping. Recently, and not in not the most eloquent manner, Olivier Lalanne denounced fur in his opener to the most recent issue of Vogue Hommes International (see 6 above). Yes, he did, BUT he did in terms of the most superficial reasons. Unsexy, stinky, and icky to the touch. Honestly, those are very good... Read More
Fur Is Still Not Green
Most of us who are opposed to fur production have nothing financial to gain from wanting animals stuck on fur farms or trapped in the wild to be free. On the other hand, the fur industry’s entire intention is to make money and keep up the demand for their product. This is crucial to remember when the viewpoints on this issue are considered balanced, equal and opposing. Treehugger reported on the industry’s greenwashing a few days ago,... Read More
VPL Hair Accessories
“I’ve always been anti-fur – I love my pets…and I could never see them being worn. It’s a very human time right now, and what’s the sense in more carnage? There are other things in life to celebrate and design doesn’t have to be draped with dead animals.” - Victoria Bartlett // VPL Read More
Fur or Faux? The Labeling Problems Uncovered at NYC Stores
(Source) By KATY TUR Updated 2:59 PM EST, Fri, Feb 4, 2011 Fur or faux? It’s a question that may seem easy – just check the label right? Wrong. NBCNewYork went undercover inside some of New York‘s most popular bargain clothing stores to find out just how real fur is being sold. The results are anything but comforting, meaning... Read More
