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Trend Report: Summer 2015 Bags
Summer is just around the corner, and nothing compliments a sundress and open-toed shoes like a fabulous bag! From big and bold to dainty and delicate, York Furrier features awe inspiring accessories that will surely brighten your summer outlook. Discover our extensive selection of stylish bags from international, national, and...
York Furrier: In the News and on the Runway
One of our favorite parts about being on the Chicagoland fashion scene is the opportunity to to give (and receive!) support from others in the biz. York Furrier has been featured in publications throughout the Chicago Metro area for years, and our fabulous furs have walked down countless runways at...
From Chicago to Milan, SAIC Student Enters Fabulous Fur Coat into International ReMix Competition
For over 10 years, York Furrier has been a proud supporter of local design students looking to make their mark on the fashion world. It’s such a pleasure to watch their creative designs evolve into a manufactured garment – from the initial sketched idea, to the craftsmanship, to the runway...
Style Trends to Embrace For 2015
It’s always fun to follow fashion week (and do we ever!) for the latest styles of the season. It’s another to translate those looks into your everyday wardrobe. This is what makes some of our favorite designers, like Carolina Herrera and Zac Posen so amazing. They set runway trends AND...
Three Reasons We Love Peach Carr
Peach Carr might have gotten her big break as a fan favorite on Project Runway Season 8 (with a glorious return on Season 2 All Stars!) but that was only the beginning for the Lake Forest designer. Not only does Peach design fabulous stretch day and evening looks, she does...
Chicagoland Fashion (Featuring Fur!) For a Cause
It’s that time of the year again – Fall and Winter philanthropic fashion shows are in full swing. We love seeing models walk the runway in York Furrier garments, and if it’s for a great cause, even better! Here are some highlights from a few recent Chicagoland events, with oh...
Winter Trend Report: Shearlings, Capes and Prints Galore
‘Tis the season for fabulous furs and stylish fine outerwear! At York Furrier, we love keeping an eye on the runway (and the sidewalks of Chicagoland) to determine what’s hot in cool winter wear. Last year there was a big push for pops of color, this year it’s back to...
NY Fashion Week Gives Glimpse Into Spring! But First … Fall!
Mercedes Benz Fashion Week wrapped up last week in New York City, and the runways were chock-full of amazing looks for Spring 2015. This year’s event featured some younger, big-name faces (hello, Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid) as many designers took an ultra girly-girl, feminine approach to fashion. Spoiler...
Trend Report: Must-Have Accessories for Fall and Winter
It’s all in the details. The tie makes the man. Accessories can make or break an outfit. You get the idea – it’s the little extras that can have a huge impact when it comes to your look. For head (hats, headbands, earmuffs) to toe (EMU Australia sheepskin boots and...
Give Your Fur an Update Just in Time for Fall
Although you’re not quite ready to let go of summer (seems like it just arrived!) it’s time to start thinking about prepping your beloved furs for cooler weather. Beyond filling our racks with the latest must-haves like this versatile feathered fox sweater jacket that reverses to cashmere, we...
SAIC Fashion Students get Creative with Fur
Even today’s most in-demand designers had, at one point, never sewn a garment. Those with a true passion for fashion worked their way up and now grace the runways of New York, Paris, Milan, and beyond. Every designer has a story, and York Furrier is so excited to support local...
York Furrier Summer Promotions, Great Offers & Fur Care Services
We all love a good deal no matter what time of year, right? Summer is just around the corner (finally!) and although your fur may be on the back burner for a few months, you can still take advantage of our seasonal promotions, offers and services. Here are a few of...
Fur on the Fashion Scene at Chicago Area Fund Raisers
Over the past few months we have been busy busy busy with two passions: philanthropy and fashion! Since 1931, York Furrier has proudly partnered with local philanthropics to assist with their fund raising endeavors. So, we are always looking for ways to give back to the community and have found...
Valentine’s Day gifts for him and her
This Valentine’s Day, ditch diamonds and chocolates for something personal and unique – gorgeous furs and manly accessories! It’s OK to veer from tradition when your gift is truly extraordinary and oh so thoughtful. So we’ve pulled together a list of our favorite stand-outs that are sure to leave your...
Designer Zuki WOWS with Artistry in Fur
Colorful. Distinctive. Chic. Detailed. And definitely Unique. Designer Zuki Balaila has a knack for creating eye catching fur coats with uber cool detailing sure to stand out as part of your wardrobe AND as pieces of art. The award winning Zuki (a previous York Furrier Designer of the Year!) is...
York Furrier clients keep it street chic
At York Furrier, outfitting clients in HAUTE LOOKS for cold weather is only half the fun. Sure, we like helping stylish men and women select the perfect fur coat, shearling stroller, leather jacket or a great accessory item; but more than that, we LOVE seeing our furs and fine outerwear...
The best of men's jackets
Most of our clients come in looking for a woman's luxurious fur or fine outerwear garment – designer mink coats, colorful sheared mink or sheared beaver, stylish shearlings, or perhaps a client is looking for glamorous accessories - a sparkly evening clutch, a mink hat, or a knit fur scarf...
Dominic Bellissimo's eye for elegant outerwear
Dominic Bellissimo is an artist using leathers and shearlings as his palette. Bellissimo's impeccable attention to detail and eye for stylish outerwear has placed him on the radar of chic women and fashion critics from around the globe. Born in Toronto, Bellissimo entered the fashion world immediately after graduating from...