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Featuring Anya Taylor-Joy.
Animal-Friendly fashion for fall.
Over the last few years, vegan fashion has become extremely popular within society. Old practices of real fur and leather featured in modern-day clothing are now viewed as outdated and frowned upon by many. We all know that a winter capsule can only be complete with the two garments that appear each year- faux fur and leather, so let's dive into how we can get the look without animal brutality.
Today's faux fur is primarily a blend of modacrylic and acrylic polymers, making it easy to replicate the texture of natural animal hair. Vegan leather, on the other hand, is usually made from polyurethane; it can additionally be made from sustainable materials such as apple peels, pineapple, leaves, cork, and recycled plastic to create products. With incredible resources available to develop such innovative goods, it is incomprehensible that individuals would still opt for real animal fur and leather.
Stella McCartney was one of the first well-known designers to release vegan fashion lines, with many others following, such as LaSeine & Moi, Jakke, Nanushka, and Benedetti Life. Nowadays, many high-street stores also offer faux fur and leather pieces, including Zara, Mango, and Anthropologie.
With faux fur being one of the biggest winter trends this year, it is worth considering having a steeper budget to invest in a timeless-looking coat to rewear each season. Let's be honest, faux fur never goes out of style. For the likes of vegan leather, purchasing a garment made from this is not only guaranteeing beautiful clothing but also allowing peace of mind to consumers in regards to being able to wear clothing that is not the product of unnecessary animal cruelty.
When purchasing an item of faux fur, it is essential to remember that it can be kept in prime condition for up to a decade with the correct care. During this time, the piece should be recycled through resale instead of throwing it in the trash. The same goes for vegan leather; you can use preloved resale pages like eBay and Vestiaire Collective to snap up some secondhand vegan fashion. Let's have an animal-friendly and ethical winter wardrobe from now on.
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