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Description: Celebrating his 20th year in the Fur business, the sign on his attractive freestanding store says simply ''David Appel, Furrier'', and that is as it should be, since that is what he is. He designs and makes 95 of the fur apparel he sells, and chooses the remaining percentage very carefully. He is a third-generation furrier, born in Argentina and a resident of Israel for a number of years. After making California his home he worked for an established retail furrier for a while before opening his own business in 1986.His love of the business and skill in designing and making fur coats enabled him to carve out a very special niche, as framed photos of celebrities in the store prove. A quality fur will last for years if it is property cared for proper care is quite simple, and you need only to follow some common-sense rules to ensure its long life. In general, keep your furs away from dry heat. And since furs like to ''breathe'', never put it in a plastic garment bag. Give it plenty of room in your closet, about two inches on each side. Think of your fur as a natural protector, so if it gets wet simply shake it out and hang it in a well-ventilated, cool place. It also pays to protect your investment during the warmer months. For best results, your fur should be professionally cleaned and conditioned before putting it in cold storage. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm & Saturday 10am-4pm. It's Fur Storage Time,In Fact....Furs prefer a cool,dry environment,not the hot summers for which Los Angeles is known. To keep our fur in tip-top shape,follow these guidelines: Never store your fur in a plastic bag. Plastic prevents air circulating,which can dry out the leather of a coat - Keep your fur in cold storage with a reputable furrier,preferably stored on his own premises - To keep the pelts glossy and fluffy,have your furs cleaned and conditioned annually by a fur specialist - Professional cleaning removes dirt and make up,keeps the leather soft,and helps bring back the fur's original luster,thus prolonging the garment's life - Examine your fur before storing - Have any small rips or tears repaired immediately.........David Appel and A Furrier specialize in: Furs-Retail - Fur Storage - Professional Cleaning - Repairs from Wear and Tear - Restyles of Older Furs....Now is the perfect time to recycle your fur!! Does your fur look dated? Does your fur fit your lif e style? ''Bring your fur into the 21st century. Restyle it,trade it in,and put your fur to use'' Read more