May 2018 • We Are Fur

Here come the girls: No quitter

May 25, 2018

“If the fire in your heart is strong enough, it will burn away any obstacles that come your way.” – Suzy Kassem, Rise Up and Salute the Sun: The Writings of Suzy Kassem I met Marcie October 2016 in Greece. The introduction was brief and we shared a bit of conversation (with good Greek food, music and wine). Marcie is approachable, friendly and makes you feel at ease from the moment you meet her. Yet (I was told), in business she’s determined, unstoppable, respected and...

Here come the girls: Setting example

May 18, 2018

“Setting a good example is a far better way to spread ideals than through force of arms.” – Ron Paul My visit to Kopenhagen Fur Studio a few months ago left me with a feeling of contentment. Not only because of the beautiful surroundings and work this talent hub has gifted the fur industry with but also because this Guru noticed that, in the heart of it, a big group of women are directing, promoting and supporting the creation of outstanding work. Catja is in...

Here come the girls: Meet the boss

May 11, 2018

“Women belong in all places where decisions are being made... It shouldn't be that women are the exception.” – Ruth Bader Ginsburg How exciting! The Guru can’t believe she has been so lucky to start this new venture with one of the best representatives of female triumph: Maria Reich AKA the Fur Boss (I’m pinching myself right now). The Fur Guru was pretty curious to find out how Maria can play so many roles throughout the day and still look glorious at the end of...

Fur Futures Profile – Abigail Wirth

May 9, 2018

Hungarian designer Abigail Wirth has had an extraordinary start to her career in fur fashion. With less than 6 months of learning about the industry, Abigail could already envisage designs and creative paths on how fur can portray modern day issues. Abigail went on to apply for the 2018 REMIX Design Competition where a Fur Futures bursary assisted in Abigail's completed work which resulted in her being awarded the Bronze Award. In addition to the award, her three pieces were included in an feature in...

Here come the girls, the new Fur Guru’s venture

May 4, 2018

“It took me quite a long time to develop a voice, and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent.” – Madeleine Albright It’s becoming more apparent in the latest years that people of all backgrounds - women and men are showing up and want to be counted as those who believe in a world that is impartial, broadminded, ethical and safe for all, one in which the human rights and dignity of each person is protected. This year waits for...

Fur Futures Profile – Siyang Meng

May 2, 2018

Chinese student Siyang Meng was among a number of design students who applied to be part of the 2018 REMIX Design Competition. A bursary application via Fur Futures set Siyang on the way to finish 3 incredible designs that saw her claim the Silver Award and the chance to visit Kopenhagen Fur's Design Studio. Below is Siyang's blog entry on her time in Milan for REMIX and how the bursary has helped her progress in her design career. I feel very proud that I can...