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BFTA Fur Design Competition 2010 - Winners announced
10 June 2010
The results are as follows:
First Prize: Nicole Bradshaw, Kingston University – Nicole was chosen for her mink and silicone coat.
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Fur Prices Rise
18 May 2010
It is evident that the growing popularity of fur in fashion markets around the globe is pushing fur prices to record levels at international auctions. . Reports back from the recent fur auctions show that fur prices have risen significantly.
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Time to store your fur garments
27 April 2010
Spring is here and it is time to store your fabulous furs. During the summer months fur garments and accessories should be put into cold storage to maximise the life of your furs.
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Fashion Weeks 2010/2011 - London, New York, Milan and Paris
22 March 2010
The recent catwalks in London, New York, Milan and Paris showcased the world’s leading designs and among them it was clear that fur is key. Come autumn this year, fur will be that extra special addition to many wardrobes.
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UK designer wins Silver prize and Origin Assured prize at International REMIX competition
8th March 2010
The British Fur Trade Association (BFTA) is delighted to announce that Eliana Dimitrakopoulou representing the UK, has recently been awarded the Silver prize and the Origin Assured prize at REMIX 2010, the International Fur Design Competition at La Visionnaire, in Milan.
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Keep warm in luxurious Origin Assured Fur
5th January 2010
Wearing fur will keep you warm and stylish this winter. With temperatures freezing, the Met Office have just confirmed that December was the coldest in Britain since 1995 and newspapers are reporting that we are facing one of the coldest winters in 100 years.
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Winter Warmth
8th December 2009
With winter well and truly here it’s time to get your fur coat out of storage and wrap up warm.
If your coat is in good condition, but is no longer to your taste don't despair - the advantage of a good fur is that it can be remodelled into a more comfortable fur in a modified or a totally new style.
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BFTA launches its annual Fur Design Competition
10th November 2009
The British Fur Trade Association is pleased to announce the launch of its annual fur design competition. The competition aims to encourage students to be creative and discover the many possibilities that fur gives to designers
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Wrap up warm with Origin Assured fur
10th November 2009
With winter on the way and the cold weather approaching now is the time to get your fur coats out of storage and wrap up warm
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International Fashion Designers Support the Origin Assured Label
11th August 2009
The International Fur Trade Federation launches its 2009 global advertising campaign entitled 'Label Me'
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BFTA announces winners of Fur Design Competition 2009
14th July 2009
First Prize: Bronwen Marshall, Royal College of Art - Bronwen was chosen for her design of a men’s hoodie in Origin Assured™ (OA™) Mink in different shades of grey, black and white
Second Prize: On Ying Lai, London College of Fashion - On Ying was chosen for her design of a knitted jumper in electric blue Rex Rabbit with tan leather
Third Prize: Eliana Dimitrakopoulou, London College of Fashion - Eliana was chosen for her design of an OA™ Mink reversible (upside down) jacket shading from white to dark purple
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BFTA launches new website
11th May 2009
The new web presence which has been completely redesigned provides easily accessible information and improved usability and appearance. It gives BFTA an up-to-date look that fits with the luxury industry. It includes enhanced photography throughout the site that highlights the appearance of fur on the catwalk and gives more information about the Origin Assured label (OA™), a new initiative providing consumer assurance within the fur industry.
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Seal ban does not address welfare and disregards international trade rules
5th May 2009
The ban voted by the European Parliament on 5th May does nothing to improve the welfare
of hunted seals - but sets a dangerous precedent by ignoring World Trade Organisation
rules, says the International Fur Trade Federation, (IFTF) which represents 42 member
trade organisations in 35 countries.
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London, NY, Milan, Paris - Fashion weeks Autumn/Winter 2009-2010
16th March 2009
London. Stylish furs are more than ever a key element for Autumn/Winter 2009/2010. This was evident at the recent catwalk shows in London, New York, Milan & Paris. Even in the credit crunch, fur is still very popular with top-name designers who are using their imagination with striking results.
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Sad day for seals
6th March 2009
On March 2nd, the European Parliament’s internal market and consumer protection committee backed a full ban on the trade in seal products and rejected a proposal for a product labelling scheme based on international or EU welfare standards which has been proposed by Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee, (IMCO) rapporteur Diana Wallis.
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Remix 2009
5th March 2009
Milan. Hong Kong designer, Chiu Yu Hang won the Gold prize at this year’s REMIX, the International Fur Design Competition in Milan. Competition judges included US Fashion Designer Rubin Singer, the FT’s Fashion Editor and Comedienne, Joan Rivers, and senior representatives from the trade and fur trade press. Chiu Yu Hang’s architectural mink two tone design has been chosen out of 40 entries.
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