Is the Use of Feathers in Fashion Any More Ethical Than Fur?
Feathers, as opposed to materials like leather and fur, don't necessarily require animal slaughter — but that doesn't automatically make their harvest more humane.
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French Fur Federation Beefs Up Protection Against PETA, PETA Responds
The animal rights group is encouraging consumers to call for a ban on fur production in France.
H&M Pulls Dogfighting Sweatshirt Following PETA Letter and Change.org Petition [Updated]
A store location at a mall in Duluth, Ga. had previously displayed an orange hoodie that bore the words "Dogfight in Random Alley."
PETA Protesters Shut Down Michael Kors's Talk at the Met
The demonstrators played recordings of shrieking animals and shouted "Shame on you!" at the designer.
PETA Is Now A Louis Vuitton Shareholder
The animal rights group wants to pressure LVMH to stopping using exotic skins.
Must Read: Sara Sampaio Makes 'Love' Advent Debut, Alexander Wang to Consolidate Men's Brands
Plus, Rebecca Minkoff is taking her runway show to L.A.
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Must Read: Altuzarra Launches First Accessories Campaign, How PETA Took Down the Angora Industry
Plus, how magazines are figuring out new ways to streamline costs.
An Activist Dressed as a Giant Karl Lagerfeld To Protest Fendi's 90th Anniversary Show
Complete with sunglasses and white hair.
Must Read: Birkin Bag Sets Absurd Record Price at Auction, Thieves Hit Louis Vuitton Store in Rio
Plus: Jhené Aiko partners with Teva on capsule collection.
PETA Is Now a Prada Shareholder
The animal rights organization is demanding a permanent end to Prada's production of ostrich-skin handbags.
Fendi Will Stage Its Second Haute Couture Fur Show in Rome
PETA reps are probably prepping as we speak.
Giorgio Armani Takes a Stand Against Fur
Hugo Boss made the same commitment with The Humane Society last summer.
Must Read: Taylor Swift's Clothing Line Arrives in China, Hunter CEO Steps Down
Plus, "Glamour" has launched an app that helps you decide whether or not to wear a coat.
Must Read: Tensions Run High at Lanvin, Twin Models Ruth and May Bell Front Holiday Campaign
And Oscar de la Renta found itself in the middle of a PETA scuffle after a website falsely claimed its shoes were made of elephant skin.
Hermès Says It's All Good With Jane Birkin Now
The French luxury house released a statement about keeping strict tabs on its crocodile suppliers. But PETA is not convinced.
Patagonia Also Cuts Ties With Wool Supplier Following PETA Exposé
The outdoor retailer joins Stella McCartney in doing so.
Stella McCartney Cuts Ties With Wool Supplier Following Graphic PETA Report
The lifelong vegetarian will no longer source material from the Argentinean ranch that also works with outdoor clothing retailer Patagonia, among others.
The 10 Biggest Stories in Fashion This Week
Alexander Wang exits Balenciaga, Cara Delevingne gets snarky on morning TV, Jane Birkin wants her name back and more.
PETA Is Now a Hermès Shareholder
The animal rights organization's battle against the Birkin Bag rages on.
Must Read: Estée Lauder Cuts Prices in China, One Direction Launches Fourth Scent
And shares of Abercrombie & Fitch hit a three-month high.
Miley Cyrus's Sister Poses for PETA, Drake Models an Apple Watch at Coachella
And Kate Spade & Co.'s CEO earned many, many millions last year.
Joni Mitchell Covers 'New York' Magazine, NYFW Generates Nearly $900 Million Annually
And Zara's parent company, Inditex, has placed a permanent ban on using angora wool.
Why Are There So Many Animals in Fashion Ads?
Animals have been used in fashion ads since at least the 1800s. Why are they so prevalent? And should they be?
