STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — After more than a half-century in the fur industry, Robert Cosumano is putting a lid on his storied local business and long-standing family legacy.
As owner of L’Fur’s in New Dorp, Cosumano’s furs have remained a symbol of luxury, with top-tier materials like Russian Sable, Chinchilla, and Lynx.
The fur retailer entered the fur business at the age of 15, working alongside his father, Lucian Cosumano, a couturier who created high end garments in Manhattan’s Fur District.
Cosumano said he couldn’t wait for Saturdays to accompany his dad and learn the art of manufacturing and styling furs and creating custom fur garments.
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Throughout the years the savvy business entrepreneur, who’s outfitted generations, traveled the world in order to bring his clients the best in fur and fashion.
A CHARITABLE RETAILER
Cosumano has donated to myriad not-for-profit organizations, including the American Cancer Society, who lauded the local businessman for hosting fundraisers, the proceeds of which benefited breast cancer research.
He supports Rocco Strong Inc., a not-for-profit named for Rocco Gabriel DiMaggio, a 7-year-old cancer survivor, that’s dedicated to making childhood cancers a priority through increased funding and awareness.
In addition, he became involved in the Save Our Soldiers Program, connecting community and military by sending custom care boxes, supplies, and letters of support to soldiers.
When Hurricane Sandy hit, Cosumano supported Staten Island Strong, a grassroots organization dedicated to the cleanup and restructuring of homes.
A TOUGH DECISION
The decision to retire didn’t come easy for Cosumano.
“Our store on New Dorp Lane has been more than a place of business,” said Cosumano. “It has been a place of stories, of style and of legacy. We have had the honor of helping you find the perfect coat, restyling the heirloom fur passed down to a granddaughter, and creating the piece that made you feel truly yourself.”
He added: “To our loyal clients, we say thank you. Your support, your stories, your trust are what carried us all of these years. We’ve built relationships that we will always cherish.”
A GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALE
As Cusumano prepares for the next chapter in his life, he’s conducting a going out of business sale.
“We will be inviting our clients and the public to attend our sale that has already began,” he continued.
During the event, he will be liquidating every garment and accessory.
“From our family to yours, thank you for your loyalty, friendship and support through the years,” Cosumano added. “We have cherished every moment serving you. We wish you and your family continued health and happiness during the years ahead.”
Cosumano also notes that if anyone has coats in storage, they should be picked up no later than March 1.
