04/08/2026
Whether it’s your garment or an inherited heirloom, Eilers Furs, est. 1927, is the only professionally trained furrier service in and . Do not be misled by unqualified online furriers offering services. One must be extensively trained by a skilled furrier to understand the dynamics of handling and identifying and garment sewing.
Know your furrier. Trusting an experienced furrier isn’t just about buying or maintaining a fur garment—it’s about protecting a valuable, delicate investment that requires specialized care.
First, expertise matters because fur is a natural material. Unlike synthetic fabrics, it reacts to temperature, humidity, and handling. An experienced furrier understands how to properly clean, condition, and store pelts so they don’t dry out, shed, or lose their luster. Poor handling can permanently damage a piece.
Second, a skilled furrier can accurately assess quality and authenticity. Whether you’re purchasing a coat or having one repaired, they can identify the type of fur, its grade, and any weaknesses. This helps you avoid overpaying or unknowingly damaging a garment through improper care.
Another key point is proper storage. Professional furriers often provide cold storage services designed specifically for fur preservation. These environments control humidity and temperature in ways a regular closet simply can’t, significantly extending the life of the garment.
Repairs and alterations are also highly specialized. Fixing tears, replacing linings, or restyling a vintage piece requires precision and knowledge of how fur behaves. An inexperienced handler can easily make mistakes that are costly—or irreversible.
Finally, trust plays a role in long-term value. Fur garments can last decades and even be passed down through generations—but only if they’re properly maintained. A reputable, experienced furrier helps ensure that longevity.
In short, working with an experienced furrier safeguards quality, preserves value, and ensures your garment receives the care it truly needs.
Eilers Furs is the Dakotas’ only full-service professional furrier, offering vaulted, temperature-controlled cold storage, as well as cleaning, glazing, and conditioning of all fur and leather garments. We can restyle a vintage piece and provide full-service, in-house repairs and alterations on all fur and leather garments.
Trusted for decades, we offer personalized pickup and delivery across , , , , and . See the full delivery schedule outlined below or visit our website at www.eilersfurs.com.
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See you at our store, located at 2425 S. Shirley Ave. in Sioux Falls, or at one of our pickup locations for all of your fur and leather garment service needs! We are open Mondays from 12–4, Tuesday–Friday from 10–5, and Saturdays from 12–4.
“Because fur isn’t a season—it’s part of our stories.”
