Cassandra Furs is a full-service master furrier in Forest Hills, Queens — trusted across NYC since 1980 for fur cleaning & glazing, climate-controlled cold storage, restyling, repairs and custom-made coats. Every stitch is done on premises, by hand.
Select a service to see what's included, how it works, and how to book it. All work is performed on premises in our modern workshop by our master furrier.
Our specialized fur-cleaning method carefully and safely removes the airborne particulates, dust, dirt and makeup that collect on the hairs of your fur throughout the year. Left untreated, that day-to-day buildup draws the natural oils out of the pelts — drying them until they turn tender and brittle, which leads to rips and tears. Annual professional cleaning keeps your fur supple, lustrous and ready for decades of wear.
Cold storage is the single most important thing you can do to prolong the life of your fur or shearling. Our own temperature-, humidity- and light-controlled vault — housing up to 4,000 coats — is located right on the premises. Proper conditions slow the evaporation of the essential oils in the pelts: the more time in cold storage, the longer your fur will last. Pick-up and delivery are available across New York City.
Glazing is the finishing touch of professional fur care — restoring the natural sheen, softness and flow of the hair after cleaning. At Cassandra Furs we provide expert glazing and conditioning for all your furs, shearlings, leathers and fur-trimmed coats. Your garment gathers dust and dirt all season long; it should be cleaned and glazed by a professional fur-care expert before every storage season.
What is old can be new again. Update the style of your fur to reflect your ever-changing lifestyle: our master furrier can taper the collar, soften the shoulder, or update the length. Take it in, let it out, shorten, lengthen — or go for a totally new look. Your inherited or vintage coat can be transformed into a contemporary vest, a chic bolero jacket, or made feather-light by shearing. Book a consultation to discuss the possibilities.
Altering and repairing fur requires professional expertise, specialized equipment and the proper methods for cutting and sewing pelts. Our on-site staff can repair rips and worn areas, replace linings, move fasteners, adjust sleeve length and shorten hems — giving you a perfectly finished garment with a perfect fit. All work is completed in our modern workshop, never sent out.
Over time, light-colored furs oxidize — dulling and yellowing with age. Our unique color-restoration technique lightens and brightens to refresh dull color and bring your fur back toward its original beauty. Bring your garment in for a consultation with our Cassandra Furs master furrier to see what's possible.
Know exactly what your fur is worth. We provide professional appraisals for insurance, estate and resale purposes — and if you're ready to part with a piece, our consignment shop connects your garment with buyers who will treasure it. Four decades in the trade means our valuations are ones insurers and buyers trust.
Design a coat that exists nowhere else in the world. Cassandra Furs specializes in custom-made coats in a variety of furs, shearling and cloth — tailored precisely to your specifications. Our talented designers will customize your fur coat, outerwear and accessories to meet your exact needs, from the first sketch to the final fitting.
At Cassandra Furs we have our own temperature-, humidity- and light-controlled storage facility — and unlike most, our vault is located right on the premises, never shipped to a third party. Every garment is inspected, tagged and hung with room to breathe until the season turns.
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Once a year. Day-to-day dust, pollutants and makeup draw the natural oils out of the pelts, causing fur to dry out and become brittle — which leads to rips and tears. Annual cleaning and conditioning keeps pelts supple for decades.
Heat and humidity evaporate the essential oils in the pelts, drying and deteriorating them. Our on-premises vault keeps up to 4,000 coats at controlled temperature, humidity and light — the more time in cold storage, the longer your fur lasts.
Absolutely. Our master furrier can taper the collar, soften the shoulder, adjust the length — or transform your coat entirely into a contemporary vest or a chic bolero jacket. Book a consultation to explore the options.
Yes. Cleaning, conditioning, glazing, repairs and alterations for furs, shearlings, leathers and fur-trimmed garments — all done on premises in our modern workshop.
Glazing is the professional finishing process that restores the natural sheen, luster and softness of the hair after cleaning. It should be done every storage season by a fur-care expert.
Yes — professional appraisals for insurance, estate and resale purposes, plus a consignment shop if you're ready to sell a piece.
We're at 71-50 Austin St, Suite C, Forest Hills, Queens, NY 11375 — minutes from Austin Street shopping, serving Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn and all of New York City, with pick-up and delivery available. Open Mon–Sat, 10:30 AM–6 PM.
Family-owned and operated since 1980, Cassandra Fur Fashion showcases one of the largest luxury outerwear collections in the country — men's and women's fur, shearling, leather, cashmere and down, plus accessories. Come see the collection, or bring your fur in for a free consultation.
