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Question: What kind of fur was used on Olympic Skater Johnny Weir’s outfit?

White, fox fur trim is used on this outfit.

Full Length Directional Mink

Contrary to a popular misconception, fur is not necessarily at its lowest price in the heat of summer.

Fur is one of mankind’s oldest commodities and as such is traded everyday, around the globe.  Therefore it is subject to the simple laws of supply and demand. When supply is greater than demand prices drop, when demand exceeds supply prices rise. As a rule fur prices do not fluctuate extremely, they remain fairly consistent but are subject to change at any time.

So the answer to the question of the best time to buy a fur is simply: When You Find The One You Want!

While nothing can compare to serving our customers in person, the staff at Wolverine Furs has four generations of experience in the fur industry giving us the skills and knowledge to bring our expertise  to our online shoppers. There are very few, if any furriers left with our background as both a manufacturer and as one of the largest cleaning , storage  and fur workrooms in the world.  Every day we exceed the expectations of customers across the globe looking for affordable furs and service.

While other fur sellers might be stuck in the past we are adapting  this classic industry into the 21st century using our experience and the latest technologies. We constantly refine our business to the ever changing ways that people communicate, shop and do business. In fact, a better question might be “Why wouldn’t a fur seller go online?”

By using the latest web technologies we are able to keep our costs low and reach out to a broader range of customers. This ensures that we can deliver our customers the most luxurious furs at the most affordable price. We also stand behind every item we sell in both our “brick and mortar” store and our online catalog. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it for a refund or in-store credit.

We focus on what we know best. Other furriers may be intimidated by new technologies and department stores with inexperienced staff  try and pressure shoppers into buying everything under the sun. We simply offer the customer quality furs and the best fur service.

Around the World in Fur

Virtually since the beginning of mankind, fur has been valued for its comfort and beauty by people all over the world. Today, the fur trade supports the traditional lifestyles and economies of many people, including Canadian Indians and Inuit living in some of the most remote regions of the planet. With a rich ceremonial and fashion history, furs have personalities as varied and unique as the countries and cultures that have nurtured them.

Beaver

Natural (long-haired) beaver has long, lustrous fur, while the soft, velvety, short nap of plucked and sheared beaver is also a favorite with designers who create elaborate effects in varying colors and textures with this remarkably versatile and durable fur.

Chinchilla

Originally from South America, but now farm-raised in both North and South America and Europe, chinchilla has always had snob appeal. This dense, medium-length fur varies in color from gray-black to slate-blue; it is the softest, plushest fur in the world.

Coyote

A very hardy kind of fur. Dense and durable, it is creamy, tan or grey and often used for men’s jackets.

Fisher

An unusual North American wild fur that is very durable, fisher is identified by silky guard hairs in brown to blackish tones with thick underfur.

Fox

The majority of fox sold in North America is farm-raised. Fox is available in the widest range of natural colors of any fur, apart from mink, including silver, crystal blue, red, gray and white. Very long, lustrous guard hair with a thick, soft underfur make fox ideal for adding glamour to collars, cuffs, wraps and stoles.