Saks Fifth Avenue Pledges to Ban All Fur Products By 2022
The giant fashion retailer Saks Fifth Avenue announced that it will commit to banning fur products at all its locations by the end of the 2022 fiscal year. Across all stores, the retailer hopes to phase out its fur items in favor of protecting wild animals, and following the growing trend of designers and retailers separating themselves from the cruel practice.
“Across the Saks Fifth Avenue experience, we evaluate several factors when making decisions about our assortment, including customer preferences and societal shifts,” Saks Chief Merchandising Officer Tracy Margolies said. “We recognize that trends constantly evolve and that the sale of fur remains a significant social issue. As such, eliminating it from our assortment is the right step for us to take at this time.”