PETA launches online store featuring goods made of 'human' leather
Anyone else getting very strong 'The Silence of the Lambs' vibes from this?
Disclaimer: This article contains graphic images that some readers may find disturbing
If you are familiar with the iconic 1991 movie featuring Anthony Hopkins, then you will remember the character Buffalo Bill, who was the owner of a suit made of human skin.
Gross, right?
Well, following in his nasty footsteps is PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), who have taken their messaging to the next level with their latest campaign.
In order to put the spotlight on retailers and brands still selling leather and fur, PETA have decided to launch their very own only store.
And it's unlike any online store you will ever see.
The satirical store is home to multiple clothing items and accessories "made of the finest leather", but upon further inspection, while browsing the website you'll soon see that the clothing features human faces, ears, and in some cases even a pair of nipples.
Luckily there's no need to freak out too much just yet as the items on the site are obviously not really up for sale and are just incredibly well-done digital illustrations.
Each product also has a detailed product description offering some insight into the person whose been used to create the product with a little bit of a backstory and even features some reviews:
By now, PETA is well known for pushing the boundaries with its campaigns and messaging, which sometimes is very explicit and maybe even a little offensive.
A cow’s skin belongs to her, and she feels fear and pain in a slaughterhouse every bit as much as you or I would. PETA’s Urban Outraged challenges shoppers to see the individual behind every bit of animal skin on store racks and shelves.
Well, PETA have once again successfully made sure that they are the topic on everyone's tongue and they definitely made a statement!
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Main image courtesy of UrbanOutraged.com