Detroit's Iconic Fur Shop to Close After 130 Years of Service
A piece of Detroit's rich history is coming to a close as one of the city's oldest privately held businesses, Dittrich Furs, announced its retirement and closure after more than 130 years in operation. The fifth-generation owners made the announcement on the company website and social media platforms earlier this week.
The family-owned business has been a staple of Detroit's fashion scene since 1893, providing high-quality fur and natural material fashions to customers across Southeast Michigan. For five generations, the Dittrich family has been committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship, care, and personal service that have earned the company its reputation as a beloved institution.
However, after much reflection, the Dittrich family has made the difficult decision to retire and focus on their health and well-being. The closure of the business marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy of relationships, traditions, and memories that will be cherished for years to come.
To honor its loyal customers, Dittrich Furs is hosting a retirement liquidation sale, offering its entire inventory of over 3,000 fashions valued at more than $9 million at 70% off. The sale promises to be a one-time opportunity for customers to snag the finest fur and natural material fashions at unbeatable prices.
The Dittrich Furs store is located at 7373 Third Ave. in Detroit's New Center area, and its closure serves as a poignant reminder of the changing times and shifting retail landscape. Despite this, the company's commitment to quality and customer service will be deeply missed by those who have come to rely on its expertise.
As one of Detroit's most iconic and enduring businesses, Dittrich Furs leaves behind a rich history that will be remembered for generations to come. Its legacy is a testament to the power of tradition, family, and community, and its closure serves as a reminder to cherish the memories and experiences we make with those around us.
A piece of Detroit's rich history is coming to a close as one of the city's oldest privately held businesses, Dittrich Furs, announced its retirement and closure after more than 130 years in operation. The fifth-generation owners made the announcement on the company website and social media platforms earlier this week.
The family-owned business has been a staple of Detroit's fashion scene since 1893, providing high-quality fur and natural material fashions to customers across Southeast Michigan. For five generations, the Dittrich family has been committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship, care, and personal service that have earned the company its reputation as a beloved institution.
However, after much reflection, the Dittrich family has made the difficult decision to retire and focus on their health and well-being. The closure of the business marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy of relationships, traditions, and memories that will be cherished for years to come.
To honor its loyal customers, Dittrich Furs is hosting a retirement liquidation sale, offering its entire inventory of over 3,000 fashions valued at more than $9 million at 70% off. The sale promises to be a one-time opportunity for customers to snag the finest fur and natural material fashions at unbeatable prices.
The Dittrich Furs store is located at 7373 Third Ave. in Detroit's New Center area, and its closure serves as a poignant reminder of the changing times and shifting retail landscape. Despite this, the company's commitment to quality and customer service will be deeply missed by those who have come to rely on its expertise.
As one of Detroit's most iconic and enduring businesses, Dittrich Furs leaves behind a rich history that will be remembered for generations to come. Its legacy is a testament to the power of tradition, family, and community, and its closure serves as a reminder to cherish the memories and experiences we make with those around us.
! I mean, 130 years is a huge chunk of time, and it's crazy that they're not gonna be around for us to get our fur coats and stuff fixed up anymore 
. But you know what's even crazier? The prices are only 30% off?! Like, where's the love in that? 
They should've given us all a free pair of slippers or something as a thank you for loyal customers! 
The thought of Dittrich Furs just disappearing is kinda sad though...it's like a piece of Detroit's history is being cut off at the seams 
. And that liquidation sale? Not exactly what I'd call "farewell"...I mean, it's more like a fire sale 
. Still, 70% off is better than nothing, right? 
. Seriously though, it's crazy to think that Dittrich Furs has been around since 1893. I wonder what kinda fur coats they used to sell back then... probably not as fancy as the ones they're selling now 
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. At least we'll all get to enjoy some amazing deals while paying homage to Detroit's rich history 
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IT'S LIKE LOSING A PIECE OF THE CITY'S HISTORY AND CULTURE. I REMEMBER GOING THERE WITH MY MOM WHEN I WAS LITTLE AND WE'D BUY FUR COATS AND HATSCAPS. NOW THOSE DAYS ARE GONE FOREVER 
. BUT AT LEAST THEY'RE HAVING A RETIREMENT SALE SO WE CAN STILL GET SOME GOOD DEALS ON THEIR STUFF 
. IT'S GOING TO BE TOTALLY DIFFERENT WHEN THEY'RE GONE, BUT I HOPE THEY'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE CUSTOMERS WHO MADE THEM WHAT THEY ARE TODAY 
i've never been to a fur shop before, but idk how nice the experience must be with all the fancy furs and stuff 
anyway, thanks for sharing this news! 
... I mean, who needs all that stress and responsibility? But on the other hand, it's gonna be super sad to see such an iconic part of Detroit's history go 
... I hope they got a great deal on that fur sale though - 70% off is a pretty sweet deal 
... i feel bad for the dittrich family, they must be really sad about closing down 
... its not just a shop, its a part of detroit's history & culture 
... we should definitely cherish those memories before they fade away 
... now if u want to take home a piece of dat history, u gotta hit up the liquidation sale ASAP 
. The family-owned business has been a staple in the community, and it's crazy that they're retiring at such an old age 
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. It's going to be tough seeing them go, but I guess 70% off is a pretty good consolation prize 
. Detroit will miss this iconic part of its history 
it's crazy to think about how many people got their furs and clothes from them 
. And don't even get me started on the "retirement liquidation sale" 
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. It's just another example of how capitalism can be so soulless 
. Maybe it'll bring some fresh vibes and new energy to the area 
. But, honestly, I'll miss the old-school charm 
She always said it was the best place to get a fur coat, and she wasn't wrong! They really knew their stuff. It's crazy that they're selling everything off for 70% off... I wish I had the $$$ to grab some of those gorgeous furs 
. The thought of never getting to experience that level of craftsmanship and customer service again is a bit sad, tbh 
the new center area is gonna be so much emptier now