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    Bars & Clubs  Jul 2, 2009
    The interior is decked out in faux fur and black lace curtains. And if watching sports is your indulgence, the Lakers are on TV too. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)

    Booklet earns sixth-grader first place in competition  Jun 6, 2009
    INDIALANTIC As you pull the faux fur blanket closer, your beau reaches out across the pleather couch and places a sparkling cubic zirconia engagement ring on your finger. While the items may vary, scenes like this take place across the country every day. (Florida Today)

    Beef brisket? Check. Rabbit foot? Check. Let the manhunt begin  Apr 17, 2009
    I'd have a much better show than Mystery [Erik von Markovik, the Canadian pick-up artist who marauded through his own reality-TV show in faux fur hats, eyeliner and black painted fingernails. . (Globe and Mail)

    Letter: Stop killing animals just to wear their fur  Apr 16, 2009
    Items labeled as faux fur are often real fur. Many garments sold in the U.S. are manufactured in China where an estimated two million dogs and cats are killed and skinned each year. (Appeal Democrat, CA)

    Hats and gloves are big at Fashion Week  Feb 21, 2009
    On the catwalks, shoes had severe straps and stilettos, biker-styled boots had slim chains and faux fur collars adorned many a coat. "You could put that collar on an old coat and make it new again," said Yolanda Variano, who went to the Tracy Reese show to shop for her boutique Palma in New York. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)

    Diane von Furstenberg RTW Fall 2009  Feb 16, 2009
    Likewise for the kooky knit caps festooned with pom-poms, an allusion to faux fur, which von Furstenberg let fly on hats, handbags and the trim of a boucl. coat. (Women's Wear Daily)

    Carlie Wong makes Fashion Week debut with all-black evening wear ...  Mar 20, 2008
    As the show drew to a close, models appeared to be deliberately littering the runway, shaking loose a coarse salt onto the hardwood as they showcased a succession of dramatic black linen wool twill coats with faux fur trim on shoulders and collars that appeared to be rimmed white around the hem. Gunhouse said the collection, called "Stand," stems from their thoughts about having beliefs and defending them. (Brandon Sun)

    Protests fail to kill vogue for fur  Mar 5, 2008
    The Humane Society of the United States in late December warned consumers to be on the lookout for real fur described as "faux fur" or "ecological fur," and named department stores like Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale's. DNA tests showed some were in fact rabbit, raccoon and raccoon dog fur. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)

    Time for some faux fur trapping  Mar 3, 2008
    CRISSY PASCUAL / Union-Tribune Ian Ashley, a jewelry designer and artist, is a big fan of faux fur and wigs ... Check out her closet (and bathroom) at , where we find classic couture, wacky wigs and lots of fuzzy faux fur. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Bently partygoers kick out jams in jammies  Mar 3, 2008
    He glued white faux fur to his shoes to match his hat. Heidi Quante, an environmental consultant from San Francisco, devised her outfit while taking a walk outdoors earlier in the day. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Runway Atlanta dresses fashionistas who want to be seen  Feb 23, 2008
    Kooba 'Kayla' animal print faux fur clutch, $395, red boots (left) by Jeffrey Campbell, $200 on display at Runway Atlanta. Frank Niemeir / AJC. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)

    Neon and feathers and more for fall  Feb 7, 2008
    FurPETA took out an advertisement in a fashion daily congratulating Charlotte Ronson for not using fur, but she was a rare exception as designers filled runways with real and faux fur in their collections. Badgley Mischka showed beaver vests, fox vests, and mink coats on the catwalk. (Boston Globe)

    Somerville Bark: How distorted extremists can ruin it for the rest of us  Jan 31, 2008
    And the next time you see a PETA ad with Pamela Anderson nearly naked, don t let it fool you there s more that s fake than the faux fur. Kelly Modzelewski lives in Somerville with her three goofy dogs and one neurotic cat. (Somerville Journal, MA)

    One-of-a-kind Rudolph steals show  Jan 7, 2008
    He covered the head with wire and paper mach/, glued faux fur onto the head, mounted antlers and added glass eyes ... More faux fur was added until it looked like a real reindeer. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    Hate the sweater? Check out return tips  Dec 26, 2007
    A sweater with a removeable faux fur collar. Don t wait too long to make your exchanges, though, because many retailers have special holiday gift return periods that may offer you more flexible return and exchange policies, but only through that time frame, which often runs through mid or late January. (KHOU.com, TX)

    Fashion Blog  Dec 21, 2007
    Bring this neutral tone to life by playing with textures like faux fur, wool, and cotton. A form fitting skirt with pleats will add movement to this always-classic style. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Collecting Claus  Dec 15, 2007
    " She found this to be the case last month when she and a couple of her friends with the Clarke-Oconee Genealogical Society placed the bulk of her Santa collection into the glass cases at the Athens-Clarke County Library. Abbe has showcased her array of figurines there since 1998, when she had but 75 to spread out in the walled-cases lining the hallway outside the second-floor Heritage Room. Now, visitors begin taking in her nearly 300 Santas seconds after they walk in the doors. In vertical... (Athens Banner-Herald)

    The Science Of Picking A Winter Coat  Dec 12, 2007
    She put on a shell with some faux fur, and Roberts a Gortex product, which he says "looks great in the mountains and it's look great in the city.". But staying warm and dry can cost you. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    This Holiday Season, Toys'R'Us Offers Two Exclusive Pet Product Lines from JAKKS Pacific(R) to Pamper Pooches  Dec 12, 2007
    Additionally, customers can prepare their pups for winter weather with a pink, faux suede jacket; a white, faux fur jacket; or a pink, down jacket. Dog Collars from Totally My Pet Stylish pet owners can show off their pets' unique fashion sense with collars featuring rhinestone and metal accents. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Best Holiday Gifts For Her  Dec 11, 2007
    Faux Fur Moscow duffel bag, $70; 800-358-8288 or zgallerie. com for. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Off the Rack  Dec 4, 2007
    One of the hottest shopping trends these days isn't faux fur or the leather satchel; it's personal shoppers. Though they've been around for years, until recently, stores reserved the amenity for big spenders. (SmartMoney)

    'Trappings' brings out the power in every woman New book features JC women wearing clothes with confidence  Nov 22, 2007
    Her answer centered around gifts she received from women she admired and items she found in thrift shops, which is why she donned a shawl her grandmother crocheted and a Jordache faux fur jacket that makes her feel "like Linda Evans from Dynasty.". Sheelagh Cabalda, 35, who was a NYU educator at the time of the interview and now works at a cancer support organization, wears her laughter to feel powerful, which matches her other source of power, a T-shirt that says "Angry little Asian girl.". (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)

    Puppy love knows noeconomic boundaries  Nov 21, 2007
    At Barker & Meowsky, a particularly creative Chicago pet store, the range of products could cheer up any sour puss: Catnip cigars, dog antlers, elf outfits, faux fur cat sleeping bags, plush-toy musical menorahs, Christmas scarves and even some real bling: a $250 crystal-encrusted dog collar made from python skins with a matching $190 leash. Top 10 holiday gifts to spoil your pooch. (MSNBC -- Business)

    Cloaked In Layers of Meaning  Nov 11, 2007
    Vest: Plaid Hooded Vest with Faux Fur, Old Navy, $44. 50 (www. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    An exercise in image imitation  Nov 7, 2007
    The fur to own remains faux fur. The labels to sport are those bought at a Bangkok street stall. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    Clothing Choices for the Holidays  Nov 6, 2007
    Look for faux fur collars and cuffs or fabrics that are glittery or silky ... Strapless dresses and short skirts are okay for semiformal events, especially if paired with a faux fur wrap, velvet cape, or cashmere jacket. (Suite101.com)

    Fall Accessories: Bright And Bold  Oct 3, 2007
    Animal prints and faux fur continue to be very popular, so bring out your inner-animal and try on animal-print accessories. Bags. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Classic Clothes for Fall  Oct 3, 2007
    Fabrics: corduroy, suede, denim, velvet, cable knit, quilted fabrics, faux fur, wool. Colors: cocoa hues, burgundy, forest green, merlot, aubergine, moss, midnight blue, ivory. (Suite101.com)

    DeWitt High School Student Voice  Sep 21, 2007
    Plaid seemed to be like a primary color, and one girl I noted had a jacket adorned with faux fur. Even Ms Jackson had a collar that the staunchest Puritan pilgram would envy. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)

    Eco-friendly Georgetown store makes organic chic  Sep 10, 2007
    Setchi's prices live up to its upscale Georgetown location, with some of the most costly items, such as faux fur and leather jackets, reaching up to $400. Dresses and pants range from $200 to $300 and most of the shirts go from $60 to $100. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)

    Frolics eclipse politics in war-torn Lebanon  Aug 23, 2007
    Their faux chain and faux fur lingerie along with kitsch French maid costumes attracted wolf whistles and furious camera clicking from Lebanese men -- many of them showing off body tattoos and designer boxers beneath their swimming shorts. Until three weeks ago, it seemed that people couldnt forget the scars of last years war. (MSNBC -- International)

    Britney to kids: Youre both mistakes!  Aug 16, 2007
    She handled several hanks of hair before deciding which faux fur was worthy of making a public spectacle. Better wigs than more mini pups. (MSNBC -- Gossip)

    Scene & Heard: RAM gets some 'Window Dressing'  Aug 10, 2007
    Simpson, whose work is the public collections of both the Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago s Museum of Contemporary Art (as well as other museums), is perhaps best known for her minimalist sculptures that explore the form and structure of clothing as it translates into unconventional materials such as fiberboard, perforated metals and faux fur. Her inspiration for Window Dressing was taken from sources that include vintage wallpaper and linoleum, Art Deco tiles found on the walls of a New... (Racine Journal Times, WI)

    Marylou rides back into Saratoga spotlight  Aug 5, 2007
    Inside the casino, where air-conditioned cool replaced the heat and humidity of outdoors, hundreds of foam blocks were carved and painted to look like ice, and each chair was draped with white faux fur. A figure skater made a few turns on a piece of white plastic sprayed with silicone. (Albany Times Union)

    Marylou brings 'happy moments' back  Aug 4, 2007
    Inside the casino, where air conditioned cool replaced the heat and humidity of outdoors, hundreds of foam blocks were carved and painted to look like ice, and each chair was draped with white faux fur. A figure skater made a few turns on a piece of white plastic sprayed with silicone. (Albany Times Union)

    At home with Levi Leipheimer and Odessa Gunn  Jun 24, 2007
    " Throughout the house, the artwork falls into one of two categories: animals (usually paintings) or cycling (photographs). A painting of a horse's head commands attention in the stairwell down to where the guest rooms and offices are. Gunn's office reveals her main passions: "I'm all about arts and crafts and animals," she said. A sewing machine -- which she uses to make dog accessories and to alter her own clothing -- sits on her table. In the corner is an oversize cat tree that nearly touches... (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Doggy Clothes  May 25, 2007
    Put some bling on your babe with matching anklets, sparkly barrettes, bows, necklaces, or a faux fur stole for chilly nights. Your glamour dog will turn heads for sure. (Suite101.com)

    ALFRED TELLA: High price of shoddy goods  May 16, 2007
    Earlier this year the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reported that a large number of imported jackets being sold as faux fur in America were in fact made of dog fur. Most of the jackets HSUS tested came from China and were either falsely labeled or not labeled at all. (Washington Times)

    Siblings persevere amid tragedy  May 13, 2007
    A tidy bedroom waited for Samir, with a chocolate brown faux fur covering on the bed and a collection of bunnies and teddy bears crowded onto a dresser with "Get Well Soon" cards. A small calendar from a used-car dealership hung in the hall. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Bag the diapers  Apr 24, 2007
    They come in herringbone, faux fur, leather and Asian-inspired prints, in styles from totes to modern backpacks that appeal not only to moms, but dads, too. The diaper bag -- for so long a sad sack that screamed its function with cartoon characters and childlike flourishes -- is increasingly expanding its reach into fashion consciousness. (Fresno Bee)

    Rock-a-buy babies  Apr 15, 2007
    The faux fur used by Minimink, for example, won't shed. Moppit's clothes have to stand up to Moon's "worst launderer in the world" tests and Guinness didn't sell one Moses bassinette until she was sure they complied with SIDS safety guidelines. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Case studies in bold design  Apr 6, 2007
    The client's existing Art Deco-style sofa was paired with geometric-print pillows by China Seas and a faux fur throw. Flanking the sofa, two shapely 70s Czech lamps rest on 1930s Stickley end tables gussied up with black paint and mirrored tops. (AZCentral -- Home)

    PHOTOS: The Long and the Short of It  Mar 27, 2007
    Model Jessica Milicic shows the audience a crinkel taffeta bustier dress with a chiffon skirt and faux fur wrap. The event also served as a collection point for donations of gently used prom and homecoming dresses and accessories for the Las Vegas Prom Closet, which offers formalwear for girls who would not otherwise be able to afford it. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)

    Humane Society Asks For Crackdown On Dog Fur  Mar 14, 2007
    Charles Jayson, chief executive of Andrew Marc, disputed the Humane Society and insisted in a statement that all fur on his coats labeled as raccoon contains "only farm-bred raccoon fur from Finland, and our items labeled 'faux fur' are a 100 percent synthetic fabric.". The results of the Humane Society investigations set some retailers scrambling to pull the coats from shelves, take them off Web sites and offer refunds to consumers. (Click2Houston, TX)

    Dog-fur crackdown urged  Mar 14, 2007
    Charles Jayson, chief executive of Andrew Marc, disputed the Humane Society and insisted in a statement that all fur on his coats labeled as raccoon contains only farm-bred raccoon fur from Finland, and our items labeled faux fur are a 100 percent synthetic fabric. . (MSNBC -- Business)

    In my nature  Mar 8, 2007
    In Light Blue (Hanging Mole), Rohde's faux fur creature has been strung up from a tiny tree, like the victim of a lynching, and glittery turquoise beetles seem to feast on his corpse. Elsewhere, a pink-eyed skunk, part crazed zombie, part disco diva, prances in a garden of deep blue crystals. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    The best dress shape for your body type  Mar 7, 2007
    Expert tip: Use a pashmina or a faux fur around your shoulders to add even more feminine curves to your shape. Small-chested. (Star-Telegram, TX -- Living)

    Be fierce, you sexy beasts  Mar 3, 2007
    In fact, Anne Mroczkowski's Bouvier, Iggy Pup, was festooned with a fur muff, and Neo-Gear reflective jackets were pimped up with patches of faux fur courtesy of Bannerman. One woman sheepishly admitted her teal pompom fur stole was real. (Globe and Mail)

    Purebred Puppies Stolen At Gunpoint  Mar 2, 2007
    Group Finds Alarming Number Of Garments Marketed As Faux Fur Really Domestic Dog. Hobergays "Harry" Fineus Fogg Is Top Terrier At Westminster. (CBS News -- US)

    • Faux or Fido? That Winter Jacket You're Wearing May Not Be What You Think  Feb 25, 2007
    A shocking investigation shows some products labeled as "faux fur" actually come from domestic dogs. You buy a jacket or vest with faux fur trim and you expect that fur to be ... "It's one thing if an animal is raised for a purpose, but it's another for somebody's pet to be killed, says Molly Hayes, a dog owner. The Humane Society says people should be just as troubled by recent scientific analysis it did on fur trimmed products from top designers and high end stores, even Seattle's own... (Q13.com, WA)

    Fur labeled fake was from dogs, activist group says  Feb 24, 2007
    The investigation began after the society got a tip from someone who bought a coat with trim labeled as faux fur that felt real ... She said Nordstrom no longer buys fur-trim products from the vendor, which had marketed the vests as faux fur ... Charles Jayson, chief executive of Andrew Marc, disputed the Humane Society and insisted in a statement that all fur on his coats labeled as raccoon contains "only farm-bred raccoon fur from Finland, and our items labeled `faux fur' are a 100 percent... (FOX59, IN)

    Investigation Finds 'Faux Fur' Often Dog Hair  Feb 24, 2007
    Other Ways to Get News. Feb 23, 2007 5:44 pm US/Central. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)

    Some Coats May Have Fur From Dogs  Feb 24, 2007
    The investigation began after the society got a tip from a consumer who bought a coat with trim labeled as faux fur that felt real ... She said Nordstrom no longer buys fur trim products from the vendor, who had marketed the vests as faux fur. (ABC News -- Wire)

    Your Fur Coat; Fake Or Fido?  Feb 23, 2007
    Group Finds Alarming Number Of Garments Marketed As Faux Fur Really Domestic Dog - CBS News ... Group Finds Alarming Number Of Garments Marketed As Faux Fur Really Domestic Dog ... The investigation began after the society got a tip from a consumer who bought a coat with trim labeled as faux fur that felt real. (CBS News)

    When PETA Attacks...Mrs. Trump!  Feb 23, 2007
    Faux fur is sometimes made of real cat or dog fur, especially if it is imported from China. Dog fur is sometimes labeled as: Gae-wolf, sobaki, Asian jackal, goupee, loup d'Asie, Corsac fox, dogues du Chine, or simply fake or exotic fur. (Yahoo News -- Animal Rights & Welfare)

    Investigation: 'Faux Fur' Coats Contain Fur Of Domestic Dogs  Feb 23, 2007
    The group says some of the clothing labeled "faux fur" actually contains the fur of domestic dogs ... The investigation began after the society got a tip from a consumer who bought a coat with trim labeled as faux fur that felt real ... She said Nordstrom no longer buys fur trim products from the vendor, who had marketed the vests as faux fur. (NBC4.tv, CA)

    Go with your animal instincts  Feb 15, 2007
    This emerged first as faux fur in clothing and animal prints in fabrics for home decorating. "The rug area has now been growing steadily in popularity," he says. (Charlotte.com, NC -- Living)

    Crowds of couples say "I do" at St. Louis' Gateway Arch  Feb 14, 2007
    She wore a newly purchased white faux fur jacket over her gown. He was committing to the right woman but wished he had committed to a warmer pair of socks, he said. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)

    Buffalo Exchange helps revive fur  Feb 12, 2007
    The Buffalo Exchange store in Berkeley is one of 33 in the nationwide chain collecting used garments containing real or faux fur and donating them to The Humane Society. Collection began in November and will continue until April 22, the annual observance of Earth Day. (East Bay Business Times, CA)

    When PETA Attacks...Mrs. Trump!  Feb 10, 2007
    there are synthetic fabrics that are just as warm or even warmer than fur, even faux fur is just as "warm." saying fuir is warm is a poor excuse ... There are bigger issues in this world to deal with beyond who is wearing real or faux fur. (Yahoo News -- Animal Rights & Welfare)

    Humane Society: 'Faux fur' is often dog hair  Feb 9, 2007
    Humane Society: 'Faux fur' often animal hair - CNN.com ... Humane Society: 'Faux fur' often animal hair ... Humane Society found 24 of 25 "faux fur" jackets made from dog hair Fur is taken from the raccoon dogs native to Asia and Northern Europe Jackets sold in major department stores, Humane Society says Lawmakers introducing legislation that would ban import of raccoon dog fur From Sally Holland CNN Washington Bureau Adjust font size. (CNN -- US)

    Prince Charles To Visit Harlem Charter School  Jan 28, 2007
    Camilla wore a periwinkle dress and a brown tweed overcoat with faux fur cuffs and a brooch, along with pearls and pearl drop earrings. Prince Charles sported a navy suit with a red, blue and gold striped tie, and a dark overcoat. (CBS New York, NY)

    'Fast clothes' good for fashion but bad for the environment  Jan 24, 2007
    WOKING, England: Josephine Copeland and her 20-year-old daughter, Jo Jo, visited Primark at the Woking Peacock Centre Mall to buy presents for friends, but ended up loaded with clothes for themselves: boots, a cardigan, a festive blouse and a long silver coat with faux fur trim, which cost 12 but looks like a million bucks. "If it falls apart, you just toss it away," said Jo Jo, proudly wearing her purchase. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)

    Fur: fashion must-have or fashion faux-pas?  Jan 18, 2007
    "Natural fur is softer, warmer and more wearable than any faux fur," the IFTF press release said. The IFTF press release continued, "Its production is governed by high international welfare standards for animal husbandry that meet or even exceed legislation.". (The Seahawk, NC)

    Forbidden Fur  Jan 18, 2007
    The Humane Society says the "faux fur" on his Rocawear "Hunter" jackets is actually raccoon-dog fur, which is sometimes obtained by skinning the animal alive. Sean Combs used the same fur on one of his Sean John coats, but yanked them last month. (New York Post -- Gossip)

    Hot Looks For Winter  Jan 10, 2007
    Keep warm with wooly tights, thick sweaters and vests with faux fur trim. A sweater dress is a great option to avoid pants dragging in the snow. (CBS News)

    Spears, Hilton tie for top spot on 'Worst Dressed' list  Jan 10, 2007
    "Inmonaranja, a Spanish real estate company, has put a 975 million price tag on Sealand, which includes accommodation, offices, a power generator and a chapel.On the Net:British lawmakers join protest over use of bear pelts in soldiers' ceremonial hatsLONDON (AP) -- British legislators donned faux fur hats outside the Houses of Parliament on Tuesday to protest the use of bear pelts in soldiers' ceremonial head wear.More than two dozen lawmakers, including actress Glenda Jackson, backed a call by... (North County Times)


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