Chamber of Commerce in Northern Kentucky honors entrepreneur Donna Salyers, specializing in faux fur, with a Community Award
In the thriving heart of Northern Kentucky, a self-made woman has left an indelible mark on the community and the fashion industry. Donna Salyers, a name synonymous with vegan fashion and cruelty-free fur alternatives, has been honoured with the NKY Community Award.
The award, sponsored by First National Bank of Kentucky, was presented to Salyers on June 25, 2025, in recognition of her significant contributions to the region. Her receipt of the award underscores her standing as a prominent entrepreneur in the Northern Kentucky niche of vegan fashion.
Salyers' journey began in the 1970s when she took over the Enquirer's syndicated sewing column. Her passion for fashion led her to create Fabulous-Furs in 1989, a brand that has since become synonymous with faux fur apparel, accessories, and home décor. The brand, located in Covington, her hometown, has been featured in prestigious platforms, including the Miss Universe Pageant, magazines, movies, and TV.
Salyers' dedication to animal welfare and sustainability has not gone unnoticed. Fabulous-Furs is vegan and animal-friendly, reflecting Salyers' commitment to creating fashionable products without causing harm to animals.
In 2018, Salyers was inducted into the Cincinnati Business Hall of Fame, and in 2023, she was inducted into the Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame. Her service as a board member for the NKY Chamber and her current role on the Council of Trustees for Horizon Community Funds further highlight her involvement in the community.
For those interested in learning more about the NKY Chamber Community Award or nomination submission, Lynn Abeln can be contacted at [email protected].
Donna Salyers, the tycoon of Northern Kentucky's faux fur apparel and home décor, continues to inspire and lead in the fashion industry, proving that passion, hard work, and a commitment to ethical practices can lead to great success.
- Donna Salyers, originating from Northern Kentucky, has been recognized with the NKY Community Award, presented by the First National Bank of Kentucky on June 25, 2025.
- Her vegan fashion brand, Fabulous-Furs, situated in Covington, has gained substantial fame, appearing in prestigious platforms such as the Miss Universe Pageant and various magazines, movies, and TV shows.
- Salyers' commitment to animal welfare and sustainability is reflected in Fabulous-Furs, a brand that offers fashionable products without harming animals.
- In addition to her entrepreneurial achievements, Salyers serves on the NKY Chamber board and the Council of Trustees for Horizon Community Funds, demonstrating her strong community involvement.
- Prior to these honors, Salyers was inducted into the Cincinnati Business Hall of Fame in 2018 and the Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame in 2023.
