Luxury department store Neiman Marcus has announced that it will end all fur sales by 2023 which sounds great but we want to know what took them so long. The move follows a growing list of retailers and designers that have removed fur, including Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue, making Neiman's the last bastion to do so. The Neiman Marcus Group (NMG), Neiman Marcus’ parent company, decided to remove fur from its websites to minimize its fur production until it completely disbands its fur sector. The company will also shut down its 22 fur salons.
“We are delivering an ultimate luxury experience for our customers and their evolving preferences,” NMG’s CEO Geoffroy van Raemdonck said. “We are updating our assortment to feature multiple sustainable and ethical luxury fashion categories. It is clear the future is fur-free, and that includes the ultra-luxury space. As a leader in luxury retail, NMG has an opportunity to help build a better future for our industry. We’re grateful to the Humane Society of the United States for their partnership.”