mouse
10-16-03, 04:41 PM
This was actually linked from the MSN homepage. (I know they include wool in the cruelty free materials, but still, it's nice to see this sort of thing mainstreaming.)
Real fashion
From Lifetime magazine
From Lifetime
Q: I want to be stylish, but as an animal rights supporter I'm opposed to fur, leather and suede. How can I be hip this season while still staying true to my beliefs?
A: You're in luck! Fall's hottest trends all meet the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) seal of approval. Take the mod revival, which is huge this season. These sixties-throwback fashions are all about man-made fibers: Think white vinyl go-go boots, bright enamel bangles and polyester shift dresses. Plastics have never looked so fantastic! Wool menswear-inspired separates are also hot right now. The tawny tweed trousers, argyle sweater vests and herringbone topcoats borrowed from the boys are 100% cruelty free.
Of course, designers have also been following their animal instincts and showing leopard spots, fur stoles and alligator bags. Don't worry, you don't have to compromise your beliefs (or your bank account) to look cool. Take a cue from celebs like Alicia Silverstone, Tyra Banks and Dominique Swain and fake it! Check out fauxfurfashion.com and see for yourself: Synthetic pelts look as luxe as the genuine article. There are also ultra-suede and look-a-like leathers out there in spades. Liz Claiborne, Sam and Libby, Steve Madden and Nike are just a handful of brands known for their animal-friendly accessories. For a complete list of PETA-approved companies, visit peta.org or cowsarecool.com.
Real fashion
From Lifetime magazine
From Lifetime
Q: I want to be stylish, but as an animal rights supporter I'm opposed to fur, leather and suede. How can I be hip this season while still staying true to my beliefs?
A: You're in luck! Fall's hottest trends all meet the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) seal of approval. Take the mod revival, which is huge this season. These sixties-throwback fashions are all about man-made fibers: Think white vinyl go-go boots, bright enamel bangles and polyester shift dresses. Plastics have never looked so fantastic! Wool menswear-inspired separates are also hot right now. The tawny tweed trousers, argyle sweater vests and herringbone topcoats borrowed from the boys are 100% cruelty free.
Of course, designers have also been following their animal instincts and showing leopard spots, fur stoles and alligator bags. Don't worry, you don't have to compromise your beliefs (or your bank account) to look cool. Take a cue from celebs like Alicia Silverstone, Tyra Banks and Dominique Swain and fake it! Check out fauxfurfashion.com and see for yourself: Synthetic pelts look as luxe as the genuine article. There are also ultra-suede and look-a-like leathers out there in spades. Liz Claiborne, Sam and Libby, Steve Madden and Nike are just a handful of brands known for their animal-friendly accessories. For a complete list of PETA-approved companies, visit peta.org or cowsarecool.com.