What: The retailer will close its fur salons and stop selling products made with animal fur by early 2023.

Why is it important: This is part of a broader trend by US department stores to stop selling such goods.

The move will apply to both stores and e-commerce. The retailer will keep faux-fur on its shelves, along with products that include cattle hide, shearling, down and leather.

The movement against fur clothes has picked up momentum in recent years amid concerns of animal abuse, with department stores including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom halting sales. Neiman Marcus continues to sell fur.

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