Is fake (faux) fur a practical alternative to real fur?
No. Fake fur is a petroleum based product manufactured just like carpet (the same stuff that covers the floors of your home). It looks and feels like carpet, although made with a lighter woven backing. Due to the woven backing it has no wind-blocking properties as does real fur. Granted faux fur hits a much lower price point, but it lacks the look, feel and luxuriousness of real fur. And, as with all petroleum based products, it is detrimental to the environment. It’s production process is damaging to the land and wildlife. Also, it is not biodegradable and can take decades to return to the Earth. Real fur is biodegradable and a renewable resource. Plus, there’s something positive to be said for people who never “fake it!
No. Fake fur is a petroleum based product manufactured just like carpet (the same stuff that covers the floors of your home). It looks and feels like carpet, although made with a lighter woven backing. Due to the woven backing it has no wind-blocking properties as does real fur. Granted faux fur hits a much lower price point, but it lacks the look, feel and luxuriousness of real fur. And, as with all petroleum based products, it is detrimental to the environment. It’s production process is damaging to the land and wildlife. Also, it is not biodegradable and can take decades to return to the Earth. Real fur is biodegradable and a renewable resource.
