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The ultimate guide to a cruelty-free fall wardrobe
Explore our ultimate guide to a cruelty-free fall wardrobe, showcasing a selection of our favorite ethically crafted apparel, footwear, bags, and accessories.
Kangaroo leather: Senators introduce US bill that will ban the sale of products made of kangaroo skin
An estimated two million wild kangaroos are slaughtered every year to produce “k-leather”, which is used in certain models of soccer cleats.
Why the Captive Primate Safety Act is critical for protecting primates in the United States
In light of the alarming realities exposed in the HBO documentary Chimp Crazy, the urgent passage of the Captive Primate Safety Act is crucial to protect primates from exploitation and abuse in private ownership.
Stella McCartney’s 2024 Winter campaign: ‘It’s About F*cking Time’ fashion ended its senseless killing of animals and our planet
Inspired by a custom tank top worn by McCartney during her father’s inauguration into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999, the hard-hitting campaign calls for shoppers stop supporting the suffering and agonizing deaths of crocodiles and other animals.
Volkswagen to develop plant-based leather made from hemp in sustainability push
The car manufacturer plans to use the innovative material for its car interiors from 2028.
Why do we boil lobsters alive - and do they feel pain?
From inadequate handling to possibly the cruelest death imaginable, lobsters are among the most abused animals on the planet.
Why are bears being farmed for their bile?
Bear bile farming is not only a cruel endeavor, but a needless one.
‘Sponsored with blood money’: Olympic partner LVMH slammed for animal abuse
Ahead of the Paris Olympic Games, anti-cruelty messages have been projected onto the city’s famous landmarks to protest LVMH’s use of exotic skins and fur.
Why you should avoid these wildlife attractions when traveling this summer
Tourism that involves animal attractions is virtually always harmful and rife with abuse.
Amazon’s complicity in the violent donkey skin trade - and how we can stop it
“Amazon should stop turning a blind eye to third-party sellers and implement standards to ensure that ejiao is not sold on its site. “
Sustainable fashion: Balenciaga launches signature sneakers made from banana plant
The luxury brand has teamed up with Bananatex, a next-gen material that’s completely natural and free from animal skin and plastic.
Marc Jacobs bans reptile and ostrich skins
The luxury fashion company has joined the growing number of brands shunning exotic skins for ethical reasons, following undercover investigations that uncovered widespread animal welfare violations.
Retailers Still Selling New Fur Products In California Despite Ban, Undercover Investigation Reveals
The state’s historic ban on fur products came into effect last year, but undercover video has exposed some retailers knowingly flouting the rules.
Could the Fur Industry Cause the Next Global Pandemic?
A new study has revealed fur farms in China are holding thousands of animals in close proximity despite the risk of zoonotic disease spread.
Cruelty, Disease, and Outdated Science: Why Plans for the Biggest Monkey-Breeding Facility in the US Must Be Halted
The company behind the project, is planning a “mini-city” that would host over 30,000 long-tailed macaques in a large-scale complex for experimentation purposes.
Wolf Fur Farms Uncovered in Canada
Government documents released by a wildlife protection charity reveal for the first time that iconic species including wolves, bobcats, and lynx are being kept on fur farms in Canada.
'Appalling Abuse': Largest Ever Undercover Investigation Exposes Cruelty in the Fur Industry
Investigators have released photographs and video footage revealing the distressing conditions across over 100 fur farms throughout Europe, showcasing the plight of minks, foxes, and raccoon dogs raised for fur.
The True “Material Monster” In Our Wardrobes: Animal Leather
The recent criticism of faux leather-centric collections such as Kylie Jenner's latest KHY range, forgot the elephant – or perhaps the cow – in the room: animal leather.
Stella McCartney Turns Champagne Waste Into Luxury Grape Leather
The designer and sustainability campaigner has partnered with champagne brand Veuve Clicquot to use grape waste from its vineyards to create a grape-based alternative to leather.
What You Need to Know About the Down Industry
Down is made from the fine feathers growing next to the chests of geese and ducks and typically used in coats, puffers, and bedding. Can this material ever be ethical?