Animal Welfare Policy

1. Purpose and Scope

The objective of this policy is to establish clear animal welfare requirements for FLÙPI, in alignment with our overall sustainability strategy. We aim to continuously improve our business practices by identifying, refining, and disclosing our standards in all areas of sustainability.

While the industry continues to improve supply chain transparency, we recognize that animal welfare risks still exist. This policy serves as our commitment to address and minimize those impacts. This policy is mandatory for all employees and management. It applies equally to all brand partners, suppliers, physical and digital stores, and corporate events.

2. Definitions

  • Fur: Products featuring hair attached to the skin of animals raised exclusively for their fur (e.g., mink, fox, chinchilla, rabbit, sable, cashmere goat, karakul/astrakhan lamb) or captured wild animals (e.g., coyote, beaver).

  • Exotic Skins: Skins from reptiles (e.g., python, alligator, crocodile, lizard), ostrich, shark, kangaroo, and stingray. This strictly includes any vulnerable, endangered, or extinct species listed in Appendix I of CITES.

  • Angora: Fiber or hair harvested from angora rabbits.

  • Next-Gen Materials: Innovative materials and fibers designed to provide better environmental and ethical outcomes compared to conventional animal-derived materials.

3. Our Obligations

Prohibited Materials FLÙPI strictly prohibits the sale or offering of:

  • Fur products.

  • Products containing angora or other rabbit hair.

  • Products made from exotic skins (with the exception of fine watch straps that meet rigorous responsible-sourcing standards).

  • Leather or skins sourced from purposely aborted animals (such as karakul lambs).

Permitted Materials FLÙPI will continue to sell products made from:

  • Standard leather, shearling, sheepskin, cowhide, and "calf hair".

  • Animal-derived textiles including cashmere, mohair, alpaca, camel hair, sheep wool, and silk.

  • Responsibly sourced down (duck/geese) and feathers (turkey/rooster).

  • Synthetic, faux-fur, and next-gen materials.

Special Exceptions

  • Fine Watches: We will offer fine watches with alligator or crocodile skin straps only if the supplier provides certification confirming compliance with the highest industry standards (such as those applied by the International Crocodilian Farmers Association).

  • Ostrich Feathers: We will sell products with ostrich feathers only if full traceability is provided. Sourcing is strictly limited to feathers from animals raised for the food industry in accordance with the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare. Live-plucking is strictly prohibited.

4. Implementation Process

  • Immediate Action: FLÙPI has stopped the sale of all fur and angora across all store brands, effective immediately.

  • Phase-Out: The sale of exotic skins will be entirely phased out by Autumn/Winter 2026, excluding the fine watches category.

  • Ecological Exceptions: Rare exceptions may be granted only if a material originates from scientifically recognized, independently verified ecological management initiatives that positively contribute to biodiversity.

This policy was developed in alignment with leading animal welfare organizations and the international Fur Free Retailer program guidelines. As customer values and ethical standards evolve, FLÙPI remains committed to monitoring animal welfare concerns, promoting best practices with our partners, and investing in sustainable material innovations for a more responsible future.