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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Friday October 26, 2007 - 39 DOWNTOWN THIS WEEK Cover yourself is luxury this year with a coat from Barrington's Fur, the eco-friendly fashion, is back in vogue and Barrington's, Oakville's established outerwear destination, is welcoming its return. Fur is one of the warmest and naturally beautiful materials around. And unlike petroleum-based synthetics, fur is natural, renewable and biodegradable. And Canada is a world leader in developing high standards of animal welfare on fur farms and in the wild. The nation's fur trade is extremely well regulated, which is assurance to consumers that no endangered species are ever used. For more than 56 years, Barrington's has led the pack in recycling fur coats by restyling them into sheared, dyed, reversible or casual coats for the next generation. Furs in the fashion world also help support the livelihoods and culture of aboriginal trappers living in remote regions where jobs are scarce. And because fur producers now own the auction houses, farmers and trappers received full value for their furs. According to the Fur Council of Canada, the newly revived fur trend has generated international attention. Canadian fur exports topped $450 million in 2006, up 20 per cent from the previous year. Retail sales in Canada and the USA reached $1.5 billion last season. More than half of fur customers are now under 45 years old and sales of fur to men jumped 10 per cent last winter. Barrington's is very big on variety, from cloth to leather to rainwear, avidly skimming the world for the cream of the crop. Down-filled coats from Italy, sheepskin and shearlings from France, Canada and Germany, and the latest in lightweight, warm and machine washable outwear from Finland's Luhta brand is in abundance at Barrington's. Clients have also long taken advantage of the best elements of many to make their own personal statement with Barrington's private label outerwear. Mix and match any style and any fabric for a unique result. "After six generations in business, we take pride in all of our work and many items are still made on the premises," said Barrington. Accessories, including scarves, handbags, gloves and hats are very popular purchases that add individual style to any outerwear item. Little wonder why Barrington's reputation extends across the country and U.S. Win Henstock Gallery announces the arrival of works by artist Jae Dougall (in Downtown Oakville) Latest in Eye Glass Fashions · Dior · Armani · DOLCE & GABBANA · Oakley and many more More Than Meets The Eye Win Henstock Gallery 334 LAKESHORE RD. E., OAKVILLE, ON 905-844-5711 174 Lakeshore Rd. E. Ph: 905-845-3621 ~ Fax: 905-845-6439 lebeauoptical@gmail.com Interactive coffee tables of solid wood and glass with pieces that slide in and out of various positions 312 Lakeshore Rd. E. Downtown Oakville 905.815.9130 Sizes 4-18 www.winhenstockgallery.ca Body Care Bamboo cribs in modern designs with natural finishes GREEN ROOMS Unique clocks made from recycled bicycle cogs Kitchen Lifestyle Home Ambiance New in Oakville! NOW OPEN! Eco-chic interiors for a healthy home and a healthy world. Visit www.greenrooms.ca or better yet, come by our store and experience green living. 1-88 Dunn St. Downtown Oakville 905-337-3373 312 Lakeshore Road East 905.339.2820 oakville@fruits-passion.com Life's too short