Billed as the first all vegan fashion label to present at New York Fashion Week, Vaute Couture held a solo show on Wednesday. Models took to the risers holding rescue dogs available for adoption.
Vegan show at NY Fashion Week —
Billed as the first all vegan fashion label to present at New York Fashion Week, Vaute Couture held a solo show on Wednesday. Models took to the risers holding rescue dogs available for adoption.
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The clothing company debuted its first ready-to-wear line in Wednesday's show.
Vegan show at NY Fashion Week —
The clothing company debuted its first ready-to-wear line in Wednesday's show.
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Beyond faux fur and leather, Vaute Couture uses organic, recycled and high-tech fabrics.
Vegan show at NY Fashion Week —
Beyond faux fur and leather, Vaute Couture uses organic, recycled and high-tech fabrics.
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Surrounded by models, designer Leanne Mai-ly Hilgart directs her first Fashion Week show. She started Vaute Couture in 2008 and has earned a global following.
Vegan show at NY Fashion Week —
Surrounded by models, designer Leanne Mai-ly Hilgart directs her first Fashion Week show. She started Vaute Couture in 2008 and has earned a global following.
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Dogs featured in Wednesday's show wore knit bows or organic coats.
Vegan show at NY Fashion Week —
Dogs featured in Wednesday's show wore knit bows or organic coats.
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Animal-free hair and makeup products were used on the models backstage.
Vegan show at NY Fashion Week —
Animal-free hair and makeup products were used on the models backstage.
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A photo booth at the event included handmade signs reflecting the company's vegan values. If attendees had questions about the use of animals in fashion, experts were available on site.
Vegan show at NY Fashion Week —
A photo booth at the event included handmade signs reflecting the company's vegan values. If attendees had questions about the use of animals in fashion, experts were available on site.
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