Fur designers are now emphasizing clever styling over exotic skins.

At different times in history, leather made from more exotic skins has been considered desirable.

Choose from 50 color combinations of hardware, linings and exotic skins.

Such bags, still available from other retailers, can cost from a few hundred dollars to thousands, for exotic skins.

Stores will soon be swamped with exotic skins like python and ostrich.

Like her handbags, the shoes will emphasize exotic skins like ostrich.

She is best known for creating shoes that use exotic skins, fur, and other rare materials.

He is also working for the first time with exotic skins like alligator and skate fish.

In fact, about a quarter of exotic skins are poached, according to the World Wildlife Fund.

The cost of a custom bag can vary from $2,500 to $15,000 for an exotic skin.