Mr. Klein goes Faux

Calvin Klein was an early adopter of animal-friendly designs. Founded in 1968, the company didn’t go fur-free until 1994. He stated that he would no longer use fur due to his own reflections on the humane treatment of animals and the fact that the fur segment of his business simply did not fit with his corporate philosophy any longer. Fortunately, he ended all fur licensing agreements after 17 years and now offers faux-fur designs as well as faux leather. Real and faux patent leather look exactly the same. Hopefully with the rise of the Vegan movement Mr. Klein will make the choice to evolve Calvin Klein into a full-fledged Vegan brand. 

'Tis The Season For Faux Fur

In 2007, directional designer Miuccia Prada described the concept for her Fall 2007 runway collection as "fake classic," there wasn’t a single fur item in Prada’s fall/winter collection. Miuccia Prada herself said that she was "bored" with real fur. Prada collections have always set the standard in the industry in so many ways. Taking a stand against designing with fur has been their most creative, forward-thinking and compassionate campaign. It has been nine years since Prada started releasing Faux Fur coats and clothing pieces. I am in love with my Jackie Kennedy inspired Prada Faux Fur Coat, because it's beautiful and cruelty-free. Fashion isn't defined solely by our clothing choices but is also conveyed through the way we carry ourselves, our personalities and our views of the world. It's 2017, using real fur is unimaginable, not to mention, cruel. So why not choose to be fashionable and humane?