America’s Oldest Furrier
Est. 1889
Est. 1889
Inheriting a fur coat brings a mix of emotions. For many people, the coat represents memories, family history, and the presence of someone they loved deeply. At the same time, the coat may not fit your lifestyle, climate, or personal style. You might never wear it. You may not want to store it. You may […]
If you’re considering selling your fur coat for cash, you’re not alone. Every day, people across the U.S.—from big cities to small towns—reach out looking for a simple, safe, and trustworthy way to sell mink, fox, sable, lynx, chinchilla, beaver, and other fine furs. The challenge? Finding a reliable buyer who will offer a fair […]
One of the most common questions people ask when selling a fur coat is: “Is my coat too old to be worth anything?” Many of the furs people inherit were purchased decades ago—often in the 1970s, 1980s, or 1990s. Some coats go back even further, especially when treasured items were tucked away and passed down […]
We all have items in our closets that carry more than just fabric — they carry a piece of someone we loved. Over the years, I’ve met many people who’ve come to me not just to sell a fur coat, but to process what it represents. These garments are often stitched with more than thread […]
On December 31, 2019 Mano Swartz, America’s Oldest Furrier est. 1889, evolved from a brick and mortar store to exclusively an event pop-up retailer. For 130 years Mano Swartz has a physical retail fur store in Baltimore City or nearby. Stores including a flagship location on Howard Street during the hay day of inner city […]
We already associate the color green with the holidays, from adornments of holly swags and hanging sprigs of mistletoe, to decorated trees. But we also really seriously need to associate “green” with sustainable use. This is the time of year we see a lot of faux fur in fashions and holiday trims. Faux fur was […]
What was your inspiration for the idea to create the piece? The quilt was heavily influenced by a high school trip to Gee’s Bend Alabama in 2007. If you’re not familiar with the history of Gee’s Bend and the quilters, do yourself a favor, do a google search. The quilters brought us into the room […]
I had not heard of The Fur Rendezvous Winter Festival in Anchorage, Alaska until just a few months ago, even though it’s been an annual occurrence since 1935. Or as the locals call it, “Rondy.” The 84-year-old celebration started as a three-day sporting event timed to coincide with the return of miners and trappers loaded […]
As the days are nearing their shortest of the year, and the holidays are upon us, probably the most famous fur wearing personality of the season has had many names around the world over the centuries; Saint Nicholas, Père Noël, Kriss Kringle, Sinterklaas, and Father Christmas. But today we simply know him as Santa Claus. […]