Ok..back to what seems to have, although by no intent, become the recurring theme of this segment...
FUUUUUUUUUUR!!!!
It's a hot winter item, let's face it. And love it, or hate it, its pretty timeless and classic as a fashion accessory.
Especially among celebrities that can fully afford to dish out wads of mega bucks for the luxury of being wrapped in a dead animals hide. :-/
Admittedly, I've never took a real stance on this subject. Everything furry that I own is faux. However, if I were rolling in dough, and happened to see a gorgeous mink coat that I just could not live without, damn right I'd buy it. And then bask in it's furry warmth, while sending a silent memorial up to the poor little animals that met their tragic end so that I could be stylish and protected from the bitter winter cold.
Cavemen used the resources they had on hand. Early settlers did the same. It was never "murder". It was never "cruel". It was survivial.
If you were left to your own devices, faced with an unforgiving winter, you probably would resort to clubbing animals to save your own ass. I dont care if you want to admit it aloud or not. We both know ;-)
"How does this tie in with hip hop?" you may be asking yourself at this point.
Answer:
While most fashion forward celebrities have no problem donning dried out, dressed up, animal skins
Example....
French Montana's love of Marc Kaufman furs
50 Cent and his "I don't know why this disturbs me, but it does" coat
Nicki Minaj...Now THIS is a terrible crime against the furries. Who the HELL would actually pay to look this ridiculous??? Oh...nevermind. Forgot who I was typing about for a moment. RIP Jigglypuff :(
Amongst all the fur inclined celebs though, a new face has come forward to offer PETA his assitance in the war on animal cruelty. Honestly, when I seen the articles about this, it was difficult to keep a straight face. Not knocking anyone, but The Sexy Co-Blogger and I have a bit of a running joke after watching a spoof video for "Short Bus Shawty" on Youtube, in which we have concluded that this man is "Big, Dumb, Stupid". His actions, his music, his entire swag reminds us of a beloved Good Burger character.
This man is...
Waka Flocka Flame
And no, I do not know why he's naked....
Waka has partnered with PETA in a new campaign entitled "Ink, Not Mink"
A variety of images have circulated the net featuring Waka cuddling puppies, and bearing slogans such as
"Only cowards abuse animals."
I was a bit charmed by this act of valor in a world where status is everything. While, he may not be the brightest crayon in the box, the man has a purpose, and in my book, that deserves a bit of admiration.
The following link is Waka's video testimonial in which he speaks on animal rights, and speaking up to defend critters that cant speak for themselves.
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