As the leaves change and the weather turns chilly, my inbox has been inundated with fashion advice on the winter’s it item: fur. When it comes to fur, there’s no shortage of faux, and the taste makers are happy to tell you that “this isn’t your mother’s faux fur. Gone are the days of ultra-synthetic, seemingly flammable pieces that were typical of this category even a year ago.”
As vegans, we’re no strangers to faking it: from the kitchen to the closet to the bedroom…oh my! But faux fur makes me stop short. It’s no secret that the fashion industry has a history of mislabeling real fur, but even if we attempt to make certain it’s fake, what about those who admire, and are inspired by, our wardrobe? When we rock our fake fur-trimmed coats or faux fur water bottle (really?), do we risk inadvertently encouraging someone to put on real fur? Do we keep our fingers crossed that our clothing will inspire questions about our cruelty-free choices? Or, do our obligations as vegans end with the personal, with what winds up on our own plates and our own backs? What do you think?
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Here is a good fur related story to read, http://cbs2.com/goldstein/Fake.Fur.Dog.2.1287638.html
And if you want to show how much you hate fur check this out…Ill be ordering mine soon, http://www.herbivoreclothing.com/item/fur-is-fucked-unisex-tee
Tim, I love Herbivore, but think I might have to treat myself to this shirt on Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33796954&ref=fp_feat_6
I love it! and Etsy too!!!
What: FUR FREE FRIDAY! Join the Humane League of Baltimore, DARTT (Defending Animal Rights Today &Tomorrow), the Anti-Fur Society, Rabbitwise, and Compassion for Animals for a global day of legal and peaceful day of action. Some walking will be involved so please wear comfortable shoes.
When: Friday November 27 1pm-3pm
Where: Starting at Andriana Furs, 4400 Jenifer St, NW, Washington, DCNearest Metro Station: Friendship Heights on the Red Line – Jennifer Street exit