After a one month hiatus, Vogue Paris is coming back with a vengeance for its August 2008 issue. Model Daria Werbowy is featured on the cover as well as in a beautiful, retro black and white spread.
It's very amusing to me that the summer time issue features Daria wearing a fur coat. Ah, well. It's the French! In fact, all nine images of Daria show her wearing some kind of fur accessory. I guess French Vogue is sending an 'f you' message to PETA.
The retro photographs were shot by Inez Van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.
Black and White photoshoots are all the rage in August, see V Magazine's own B&W Naomi spread:
High Fashion Fur
French Vogue August Issue Will Anger PETA
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Fashion - The use of fur in high fashion may lead to a rise in demand for sustainable fashion alternatives.
2. Animal-free Fashion - The controversy surrounding fur in the fashion industry highlights the potential for an increase in animal-free fashion options.
3. Ethical Consumerism - Consumers' concern for animal welfare may drive the growth of ethical fashion brands and products.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Fashion retailers can capitalize on the demand for sustainable and animal-free fashion by offering a wide range of options to their customers.
2. Textile Manufacturing - Textile manufacturers can explore innovative, cruelty-free materials to meet the growing demand for ethical fashion in the market.
3. Animal Rights Organizations - Animal rights organizations can leverage the public's concern for animal welfare by partnering with fashion brands to promote animal-free fashion and push for more ethical industry practices.