If you're looking for where the wild things really are, it was opening night at Toronto's fashion week.

The fur was flying at the inaugural presentation of IZMA's fall-winter 2010 collection of innovative furs -- co-designed by celebrated Canadian creator Izzy Camilleri and former Fashion File host Adrian Mainella, with the pair inspired by Canada's natural resources.

There was nary a protester in sight as it kicked off the 22nd season of LG Fashion Week, Canada's premiere bi-annual fashion event, themed The Power of Style, in a new venue at Toronto's Allstream Centre.

The collection featured unisex-styled cardigans, shrugs, shawls, stoles, hooded vests, shirt dresses, sash bags and even a dickie that were surprisingly light considering they featured beaver, raccoon, fox, coyote and muskrat.

"We tried to stay away from the iconic fur coat," said Camilleri, of the label which is a combination of the co-designers names.

A far cry from the heavy pelts of years past, models trotted down the runway encased in 32 flowing and ethereal looking ensembles that were no less timeless.

Wearability, versatility, attainability and longevity are four key concepts. "I honestly think we created 32 of my favourite pieces," said Mainella, adding that the collection was edited down for the show.

Standouts included a black sheared beaver vest strung with metal chains, a long cardigan with shawl collar in both red and grey fox and a shawl with pockets. Pants crafted from light and creamy suedes and leathers acted as a counterpoint to the voluminous tops.

An ostrich A-line skirt and a cape which could double as a skirt were offset by sheer netted fabrics

All the furs were intentionally chosen from wild Canadian stock and each pelt was maximized to its full potential so there was little waste. The pelts were often bleached or dyed to further enhance their dramatic effect.

"Fur is green," said Camilleri, adding that the material has the lowest carbon footprint of any textile.

Immediately following the show, the pair were cornered by Canadian fashion icon Jeanne Beker who said she thought the show was "stellar" and "glamorous."

"You gotta get this stuff out there," she urged.

"That means a lot coming from you," blushed Mainella.

It wasn't all about skin -- the final three spectacular atelier dresses featured a swarth of tulle, beads and what might have been ostrich feathers with just a hint of fur as trim delicately translated into flower shapes.