French luxury group Kerig -- which owns brands Gucci,
Kerig said the ban will take effect in time for its fall 2022 collection.
Kerig said its brands, which have occasionally used fur in their products, will opt for more environmentally friendly alternatives. Some, like Gucci, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta and
"For many years,
"The time has now come to take a further step forward by ending the use of fur in all our collections. The world has changed, along with our clients, and luxury naturally needs to adapt to that."
Kerig set animal welfare standards concerning animal fibers and materials two years ago.
Many apparel makers have changed their policies on fur in recent years due to concerns about animal cruelty.
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