Mink coat

The phrase “mink coat” has an amazing effect on women. Every fashionista dreams of such a fur product, lover of expensive and quality things. In any wardrobe, a mink coat will take its rightful place. But do we all know about such chic outerwear, are we able to create the right looks and how great are the chances of choosing a quality fur coat?

Mink is a semi-aquatic animal, small in size, with a thick and very soft underfoot, above which there is a coarse skeleton of hair. Predatory nature, evil temper, but what beautiful fur this animal gives us.

Natural mink is a real find for every designer and stylist who wants to experiment. When creating a fur coat, various materials and techniques are used. Previously, the classic vertical technique of joining fur ribbons was universally used, but now mirroring is coming to the fore, and the ribbons are placed in the horizontal direction. In this case, the ribbons are specially selected with a different direction of the pile, which makes it possible to give the fur product a more interesting character.

The possibilities of designers are unlimited, starting from the variety of fur, its color and ending with the length of the pile. Models can significantly differ from each other. Mink coat is a self-sufficient outerwear, the decoration of which is the color of the fur and the unusual arrangement of the villi.

Just mink fur can hardly surprise anyone, so they learned to process it in various ways to achieve an excellent appearance and give new features. Of course, this means sheared and plucked mink. In the first case, the remaining hairs are shortened, so the fur can prick slightly.Not so long ago, a laser haircut began to be practiced, which allows you to display a complex three-dimensional pattern on a fur product. To obtain a plucked mink, all the remaining hairs are removed without a trace, and only a soft down remains on the skin.

To buy a natural fur coat or not is every woman’s business. A high-quality, and, accordingly, a very expensive fur coat, can last up to 10 years. But such a model still needs to be able to choose the right one, and then also learn to store it accordingly. Fur can be very moody, which can add you a headache during the process of wearing.

In addition to the well-known avtoledi and classic models, completely new options for mink coats appeared on the catwalks. The models that were demonstrated in the new collections embody very conflicting ideas, among which we were able to select the most interesting and significant directions:

• Classic models, which simultaneously embody a high status, are presented in the form of simple, slightly shortened fur coats with a small and neat flare. The shoulder line subtly stands out, and the “stand” or “schalke” collar looks concise.

• Designers focus on everyday use of mink coats, therefore urban minimalism comes to the fore. Such fur coats have much in common with classic men's coats, their length often stops at the knee level, and there are cuts on the side. Details in such models are useless, so many designers even refused the collar and cuffs.

• Mink Fur Coatis one of the fashion trends. In such models, the emphasis is on the free shoulder line and luxurious sleeves that are so loose that resemble wings. The slightly narrowed hem does not fall below the knee, and the collar is as delicate as possible. Any decor in such models will be superfluous, so designers do not overload their models.

• Chanel Style miraculously embodied in mink coats, which are complemented by a sleeve in ¾ and a stand-up collar. One of these coats is necessary for special occasions, since the style of the great Coco cannot be combined with practicality and utilitarianism.

• Another new trend this season - mink fur coats “butterflies” and “ballet shoes”". The two previous options are more suited to slim women, and this proposal can be regarded as a universal proposal. When creating these models, designers did not stint on the decor, adding chic collars, sophisticated boas, rich cuffs, a different hem on the hoods and hem.

• Designers seemed to conspire and began to create together models with a belt. Most often, there are models with a belt on the assembly, but there are also enough fur coats with an ordinary fur or leather belt.

Fur coat changeling is the most unusual invention of recent times. It’s like two in one: both a fur coat and a sheepskin coat. Very practical and convenient for Russian changeable weather. In the morning it can be clear and you can put on a fur coat, and in the afternoon it is already raining or wet snow, which is undesirable for the fur.

• Bell-shaped fur product - A suitable option for girls, respectable ladies should not pay attention to such a model. You can recognize such a fur coat by a straight cut and a slightly selected hem.

• Short fur coat "jellyfish" recognizable by the rich hood, sleeves with frills, which can be repeated on the hem. Such patterns are rare and often chosen by older women.

In nature, there are several types of mink, which are distinguished by the quality, color and special characteristics of fur. So, get acquainted with the varieties of mink:

• European mink recognizable by a white border in the lower lip. Such animals have a short fur, which is thick and dense. The undercoat is low, dense and resistant to water. Throughout the year, the fur of the European mink practically does not change. The most common natural color is dark brown, but you can find black and even brown-red mink. European minks are divided into two subspecies: Caucasian and Central Russian.

• American mink which is also called eastern, is a distant relative of the marten. The animals are strong and large, the body size is two larger compared to European minks. The fur of the American is soft, pronounced shine, dark color, close to black or brown. There are several subspecies of American mink, depending on their habitat:

1. Alaskan (Yukon) mink stands out for its large size and dark fur;
2. representatives of the eastern (Quebec) subspecies are small in size, dark fur, silky and elastic to the touch, with a beautiful downy gray-blue shade;
3. Kenai combined in its subspecies large animals, the fur of which has dark outer hair, and there is no white characteristic spot on the chest.

Mountain Indonesian Mink.

• Siberian Mink, which is also known as Siberian columns or just columns.

• Nordic mink very popular among Russian furriers, for the most part due to the ability to tolerate the harsh Russian climate perfectly. And her price is more pleasant, weeks for a similar American. This fur is divided into two subspecies: Danish and Finnish.

• There are also chinese mink, but so far they are in no hurry to single out it in a separate form. This is the cheapest and low-quality natural fur of all existing. Such a mink is grown in large quantities, without relevant experience and knowledge, without observing technology. Fur coats from such fur are not worn for long, they quickly lose their appearance.

A fur coat made of such whole pieces is most valued.has a long service life. Fur coats made from small pieces are less expensive.that are taken from the foreheads, legs, tails, abdomen or remain after sewing products from whole mink. There will be more such pieces used, which means there will also be many more seams. It is not necessary to hope for a long service of such a fur coat. But if you really want a mink, and finances are limited, then you can buy it. And you can look for a fur coat from the backs. Such pieces have a larger size and thicker fur.

You should start with the classics, which are still embodied in fur coats with a length slightly above the level of the knees. Designers choose this length as the base, as proof of this are new collections filled with just such models.

Fur coats look really chic on the floor, one might even say royally. This season, Russian designers have focused precisely on such a length, presenting amazing fur coats to the public.

Short models do not lose their relevance, remaining predominant for women who drive a car or often use public transport. These coats combine a high level of comfort, maximum functionality and the ability to give warmth.

Youth fashion borders on the desire to put on expensive furs and fight for the preservation of animal life. Here is also with fashion trends: models are made from natural fur and artificial materials. The latter are created from dense cotton or synthetics, to which nylon, wool or lavsan fibers are attached. There are so skillfully crafted furs that are extremely difficult to distinguish from natural mink.

Youth coats of this season are created according to the rules of hipster and avant-garde styles. Retrostyle, which in faux furs looks no worse than in natural ones, does not stand aside. In youth models, fur is beaten by any convenient means, including the most unusual shades. Young girls are offered predatory prints that look very defiantly, a long pile, which is embodied in meek models, iridescent shades and much more unusual.

But full women are not allowed such liberties and they will have to look through many options before they find that single fur coat that is ideally suited to their body parameters. A few rules and practical advice will be very appropriate:

• The most preferable fur for overweight women is mink. This trend is due to softness, smoothness, lack of excessive pomp and volume. Mink has the unique quality of concealing excess volumes, which few furs boast.

• Of all the existing models, it is better for full women to choose fur with a short pile of dark color. Opposite options are allowed only to thin or only slightly overweight women.

• The uniformity in a large fur product, although it is a predominant feature, but there may still be exceptions. For example, models created from multi-colored fur pieces. Such fur coats are attractive not only because of their unusual appearance, but also at an affordable price. For sewing such fur coats, not whole skins are used, but the remains from them, fur from foreheads and paws. A black mink coat remains unrivaled and is always the preferred option that plump women choose for themselves. Moreover, such a fur classic never comes out of fashion.

• Combined models should pay tribute - they are perfect for overweight women and have been popular for several seasons in a row. A good example of such fur clothing is a mink coat with a collar from other fur (fox, arctic fox, silver fox).

• When choosing a large fur coat in cut and silhouette, the priority is light fit and straight lines. Wide models resembling shapeless hoodies will make the voluminous figure even more bulky. Narrow sleeves and tight patterns are also worth excluding.

• Fur coats with a belt look good on full figures, adding a touch of elegance, making the waist pronounced, and the shoulders clearly defined. But such a model will look good only on the “sand” figure. Narrow shoulders and small chests require the choice of fur coats with a voluminous collar.

• Flared models can be considered full women, but the length in such fur coats should not be too short or, conversely, very long. Mink flared fur coats with a midi length or the French version can work wonders with a full figure, reducing its volume, adding elegance to the image and making the lines elegant.

• Short fur coats are taboo for overweight women. But there are some exceptions to this rule that relate to disproportionate figures with a full top and a narrow bottom.

• Looking towards the fur coats to the floor can only afford tall, stately women.

Revival retro. And again on the fashion catwalks appears retrostyle. In fur models, fashion trends of different eras are embodied, so we have the opportunity to observe direct-type silhouettes, flared options and a new representation of the well-known A-silhouette. There is a wide variety of fitted models.

• Combined models. In such models, designers demonstrate the versatility of mink fur, which can easily be combined with other materials and look even more interesting.The combination of several types of fur in one product does not surprise anyone, but the addition of leather, suede, lace to the mink causes genuine delight.

Cross may be called the most popular trend in the world of mink coats. Such models literally filled the catwalks, fur salons and fashion boutiques. Mink is best suited for this technology of working with fur. Fur strips are sewn horizontally, often there is a smooth transition from one shade to another or the alternation of fur with other materials. The cost of the cross will be at a higher level compared to a conventional fur coat, due to the complexity of the implementation of such technology.

Models with a hood remain popular for what season and even strive to become classics. Such an element hides a decorative component and a practical one. Fur coats with a hood should be chosen if you do not have special love for hats. Hooded models make up half of many last year's and new collections.

A belt is boring, but a ribbon in the form of a belt - it already looks fashionable and original.

Natural shades are predominant, this can be seen in the new collections, in which black and white models predominate, all shades of brown, delicate blue, seductive color of cinnamon and topaz are presented. Models painted in unnatural colors are still rare.

Dyeing fur is an undesirable procedure. Most often, designers color natural materials or partially paint them. But solely in order to give the fur a natural color, which is more interesting and rare.

When creating combined models, designers strive to select furs from one color scheme, which successfully harmonize with each other. Most often, brown and gray shades are chosen, and black fur is often left as the base. The same principle is observed when selecting leather and suede details for fur.

Well and of course the white fur coat remains the queen among all the fur products. It is clear that every fashionista can not afford to wear such a chic and, importantly, expensive thing. But every woman dreams of having a white mink coat in her wardrobe.

Pastel has interested many designers this season. In nature, such a shade is found, but extremely rare, which means that such a fur coat is decent. But how beautiful is pastel fur, which even does not need to be decorated with anything. Because such models have a simple cut and lightweight style. In shades of pastel, the Scandinavian or American mink looks the most advantageous.

Blue mink is so rare that it is considered exclusive. But how beautiful she is. Light fur seems to sparkle from the inside and casts a cold light, which has a bewitching effect on others. Several shades belong to the blue mink, each of which is surprising and beautiful: “sapphire”, a combination of silver and gray, “violet”.

If you have to choose not whole mink, but pieces, then the best option is an Italian fur coat. Italian manufacturers select pieces using a computer, so the fur coat is solid, warm and of high quality. Each piece is sewn very carefully and efficiently. Among the Italian and Greek manufacturers, there is a clear tendency to create short fur coats and short fur coats, so it will be almost impossible to find long models from the new season.

Still, Russia is a rich, versatile country that flourishes in almost every branch. At least in the production of fur coats, she definitely has no equal.Fur production is concentrated in Pyatigorsk, where several fur factories are concentrated. Furs for every taste and opportunity, thousands of models of fur coats from the most expensive and exclusive to the economy option.

This is not an easy task, especially if you do not know certain secrets and do not follow a number of rules. Well, let's start choosing the right mink coat:

• A lot depends on the choice of the place of purchase. The most correct, safe and expensive is a specialized store. When choosing a mink in the market, you need to be a very good expert and be able to distinguish mink from any other fur. Market sellers often try to slip, for example, a groundhog, instead of a noble mink, using their external similarity. Choosing a fur coat in an online store is the most risky of all existing options. Initially, you will need to study existing reviews well and choose a well-known online store that values ​​its reputation.

• When examining the fur, it is necessary to pay attention to its uniformity, smoothness and luster. Mink has a dense and dense undercoat. If you draw along the mink with your hand against hair growth, then it will return to its original position immediately.

• You also need to blow on the fur. Such a manipulation will allow you to check the fins, which should be light, otherwise you can talk about dyeing the fur. You can somehow come to terms with this phenomenon, but the quality of coloring can be different. To check this factor, you need to hold a wet handkerchief over the fur. If there are no traces of paint on it, then a fur coat can be taken.

• The time has come for the lining, or rather, for what it hides. Serious manufacturers do not completely sew the lining, leaving a little free space, giving customers access to the skins. First of all, it will be necessary to study the quality of the seams for evenness, the strength of the threads used and the absence of fur on the seams.

Several factors influence the formation of the cost of a mink coat at once:

1. model length;
2. the part of the skin that was used to create the fur masterpiece;
3. color;
4. country in which production is located.

1. A fur coat is not a jacket; you cannot wash it in a typewriter and dry cleaners will also not be used often. Such an expensive thing requires special, careful, and most importantly, proper care. If you follow a number of the rules below, you can significantly extend the life of the fur coat and enjoy its excellent appearance every season.
2. Although the mink is not afraid of water, but it is not recommended to wear it in rainy weather. It is clear that no one is safe from this. If the coat is wet, then it must be hung on wide shoulders and dried without using any heating devices.
3. In order to get rid of adhering dirt, it is necessary to wait for it to dry completely, after which, using, for example, a low-power vacuum cleaner, carefully remove it from the surface of the fur.
4. Cosmetics, perfumes and sweat should not get on the fur. To do this, put on a neck scarf or scarf. For a white fur coat, this rule is especially true.
5. The fur coat must be properly stored. Mink can quickly lose its presentable appearance from improper storage. In large cities, there are special refrigerators that accept fur products for storage in the summer. This service is expensive. The fur coat can be stored at home. In this case, you will need to hang it on its wide shoulders, enclose it in a dark cover made of natural material and make sure that it does not come into contact with other clothes.
6. After the season ends, the fur coat will need to be carefully examined for contamination. If there are any, it is necessary to entrust the mink to dry cleaning and in no case try to cope with the pollution yourself. Such experiments can permanently ruin expensive fur.

The reviews of the owners of the mink products confirm all our guesses, facts, tips and rules, which were stated above. Those lucky ones who have the pleasure of wearing a whole mink do not think about buying a new fur coat for several years. Owners of Greek and Italian fur coats are so pleased with their choice that they no longer look in the direction of other manufacturers. Owners of artificial mink rejoice for the saved animals, but secretly dream to feel on their body a lovely natural fur that cannot be recreated.