Selfridges has announced its commitment to phase out the sale of exotic skins - in particular python, alligator, crocodile and lizard. From February 2020, Selfridges will only sell leather from agricultural livestock.

Selfridges prides itself on being a responsible retailer and a trusted curator of brands. As one of the first department stores to ban the sale of fur in 2005, today marks a continuation of a longstanding commitment to place ethics and sustainability at the heart of commercial decisions and customer experience. Buying Better, Inspiring Change, introduced in 2016, is Selfridges’ approach to sustainability and is central to the retailer’s business strategy. As part of this strategy Selfridges is committed to ensuring that 50% of all products are better for people and the planet by 2022, guaranteeing that ethical and environmental considerations are made visible and accessible to customers.

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