Can I wear a fur coat?

Can I wear a fur coat?

You consider yourself an animal rights supporter and you don't buy fashion from unethical brands, but there it is, a real fur coat hanging in the back of your closet. But a fur coat is no longer just a fur coat – whether knowingly or not, if you wear the coat in public, it's considered a statement to many people.

Is it OK to wear a vintage fur coat?

For fashionistas who love both animals and wearing fur, going vintage seems like a simple solution. Old furs don't directly contribute to the profits of modern fur farms, and they're less toxic to the environment than faux furs (shown by Anna Sui and Christian Siriano on the runway), which are made from petroleum.

Are fur coats worth anything?

Most vintage furs are worth less than $750 US. Other types of furs in coats, jackets and stoles will usually range from $50 to $300. $1000 and up for a full coat for the following furs: chinchilla, lynx, modern sables especially with provenance such as Blackglama, designer furs.