ABOUT US
ABOUT US
OUR STORY:
Fantasia Furs, established in 1999 in Beaver Creek, Colorado, offering authentic fur coats, fur jackets, fur accessories, and more. In 2003, the company opened a second location on Bridge Street in Vail Village and now operates at the Lodge Promenade on Gore Creek Drive in Vail Village, Colorado
OUR FOUNDERS:
A rich history of experience and expertise infuses the brand, with founders Hillis Akin and Sue O’Leary Adams leading the way. Hillis Akin has dedicated over 50 years to a successful career as a furrier. Under Hillis’s mentorship, Sue expanded her knowledge of fur, apprenticing with him and learning the fur-selling trade. Sue’s passion for the trade and commitment to ethical business practices form the foundation of Fantasia Furs. This foundation enables Fantasia Furs to deliver exquisite quality pieces, offering customers an exceptional experience and a solid investment.
SHOP WITH US
OUR COLLECTION:
Explore our collection of women’s fur coats, jackets, and accessories, featuring mink, fox, chinchilla, and rabbit furs. Our selection includes lightweight leather and winter-ready fur outerwear, offering both style and warmth.
WHY SHOP WITH US:
With a variety of fur types to choose from, our inventory is the go-to for genuine fur coats and more. Shop with us for quality fur fashion.
WHY CHOOSE REAL FUR
SUSTAINABLE FASHION:
Authentic fur is distinguished in the fashion industry by its longevity and adaptability to trends, offering decades of wear. These natural textiles are more eco-friendly than synthetic alternatives derived from petroleum, thanks to their biodegradability which prevents landfill accumulation.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
Fur’s ecological footprint is minimal, contrasting sharply with the environmental impact of plastic-based faux furs. Synthetic materials, often promoted as vegan-friendly, pose significant risks, particularly to marine ecosystems.
For example, laundering polyester fleece jackets can release up to two grams of microfibers per cycle, leading to ocean pollution and endangering marine life as well as human health. Each washing cycle can free over 700,000 plastic fibers, which water filtration systems fail to adequately remove.
ETHICAL PRACTICES
RISING DEMAND FOR FUR:
The demand for fur in the textile industry is on the rise, propelled by consumers’ preference for ethically sourced materials. This shift towards ethical sourcing is part of a larger trend towards sustainable consumption. Consumers are increasingly choosing fur, contributing to its growing popularity, largely due to the ethical practices of fur companies. Choosing real fur aligns with efforts to reduce environmental impact, highlighting fur as a renewable natural resource alongside suede, leather, and shearling.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY:
This trend shows how important it is to choose fashion that is both sustainable and responsible, showcasing ethically sourced fur as one of nature’s gifts. Visit the links below for more information.
AMERICAN FUR COUNCIL
SUSTAINABILITY
