Jean Paul Gaultier, the iconic French designer, is the latest of the big names to drop the use of animal furs from his collections. The message was broadcast by French TV this week. The use of animal fur has been repeatedly challenged by the big brands, becoming a focal point in the fashion industry.
Info Bonsoir! @JPGaultier a décidé de renoncer aux cuirs et aux fourrures lors de ses prochains défilés. ⤵️ #BONSOIR pic.twitter.com/kwgAtVIvUh
— Bonsoir ! (@bonsoir) November 10, 2018
Many other names have already decided to drop the use of animal furs including: Diane Von Furstenberg, Burberry, John Galliano, DKNY and Donna Karen. Even mega brands like Stella McCartney, Armani and Hugo Boss.
Mimi Bekhechi director of PETA’s international programs, said: “Jean Paul Gaulthier has finally ditched fur! He admitted that the ways animals are killed are absolutely deplorable”.
https://twitter.com/PETAUK/status/1061577696050847744
This is the tweet of Ingrid Newkirk international director of PETA:
Jean Paul Gaultier just announced no more fur! Throwback to the time we invaded @JPGaultier’s flagship store in #Paris. He was selling a “veal” (yes!) skirt with lamb tail fur & many other furs. pic.twitter.com/n9dGSBFD5A
— Ingrid Newkirk (@IngridNewkirk) November 11, 2018
I don’t want to be a moralist. But the ethical treatment of animals (not to mention the ethical treatment of humans) is something to take care and be supported. I believe that the pressure done by the PETA group against fashion brands is a huge success for everyone.
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Fashion is always a part of me
Thank You Patrick. Are you working in the fashion industry?