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Obama Signs Truth In Fur Labeling Act

Written by Vegetarian Star on Tuesday, December 21st, 2010 in Animal Issues, Fur, Politicians.

Barack Obama

December is proving to be nothing but “lame” on Capitol Hill, especially when it comes to animal welfare laws.

Just days after banning crush videos, President Obama has signed the Truth in Fur Labeling Act (H.R. 2480), which made its final route through Congress in the Senate earlier this month.

The new law closes the loophole in an already existing law that allows real fur to go unlabelled as such if the garment is worth $150 or less.

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Kimora Lee Simmons–Baby Phat Added Fur After I Left

Written by Vegetarian Star on Monday, November 15th, 2010 in Celebrity Tweets, Fashion, Fur.

Kimora Lee Simmons

Kimora Lee Simmons was the object of ire when animal rights group Action for Planet questioned why her ex-clothing line, Baby Phat, was selling fur. However, after a series of Tweets, Simmons revealed that she is no longer with Baby Phat and when she was, it was a completely fur-free company.

“I am no longer w tht company! During my tenure, we were fur free! its beyond me now.?—> RT @actionforplanet: @OfficialKimora u claim 2 b an animal lover yet u use rabbit fur n ur fashion line babyphat. Hw do u explain this hypocrisy?”

For what it’s worth, some items on Baby Phat’s website are listed as faux fur.

If you hate an industry that hurts animals in the name of fashion, what are some steps you can take to make a difference? The Humane Society of the United Steps has listed a few ideas, starting with reviewing the comprehensive list of fur-free retailers.

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“K-Dash By Kardashian” Clothing Line Features Faux Trimmed Vests

Written by Vegetarian Star on Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 in Fashion.

To keep up with the Kardashians, you’re going to have to stop wearing fur.

Sisters Kim, Kourtney, Khloe and mom Kris Jenner have partnered with Ginny Hilfiger to create K-Dash by Kardashian, a line of clothing featuring belts, handbags, faux fur trimmed vests and more.

K-Dash by Kardashian is set to debut on QVC as part of Fashion’s Night Out, live from New York’s Rockefeller Center on Friday, September 10th 9PM EST.

K-Dash isn’t expensive, with prices ranging from $20-$240. Cheaper, ethical fashions are always a plus, and with the Truth in Fur Labeling Act making its way through Congress, we hope to one day be able to purchase anything faux off the rack with confidence no animal has died for it.

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