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The astrakhan coat was forgotten at one time. Against the backdrop of enthusiasm for mink and arctic fox products, interest in clothing from the most ancient fur receded into the background. Designers managed to regain interest in karakul, thanks to the plastic texture of the fur. The most exquisite styles of karakul coats, jackets and even skirts burst into the world of modern fashion and became its new trend.

Presumably, the fur received its name from the name of the settlement on the territory of ancient Uzbekistan, where the most valuable breed of sheep was bred. In the 15th century, the merchant Nikitin brought the territory of Russia to Karakul after a Central Asian trip. Wide interest in karakul manifested itself in the Soviet period, when the elite put on fur coats.

A karakul from Central Asia came to Europe along trade routes through Astrakhan. By the name of the Russian city, Europeans began to call the fur Astrakhan. At the beginning of the last century, the emir from Bukhara presented to the British ambassador a flock of sheep of this breed, which was exported to Namibia. There a new variety of karakul appeared, which was called "swakara."

After the revolution, when fleeing from the USSR to Afghanistan, the emir took the best flocks of sheep with him. So another kind of fur appeared - Afghan, and the country began to produce it for the whole world. Today, karakul coats represent almost all the famous fashion houses.

The main advantage of clothing made from karakul is its durability. With proper care, a fur coat can last up to 15 years. The fur always looks shiny and resilient, and also warms perfectly even in the most severe frosts. Another advantage of astrakhan clothes - it is suitable for women of any age, and the abundance of styles makes it available for any figure. In terms of caring for fur, there are no special problems.

• The retro style model is one of the most sought after. A long coat with a flared hem - a skirt is one of the romantic images. It is decorated with wide pockets and a hood. At the peak of popularity there are astrakhan coats of a straight cut and trapezoidal shape.

• In youth collections you can find jackets and sheepskin coats using astrakhan fur in the form of inserts. Astrakhan is most often used for decoration of muton coats. It can be cuffs and a collar, or it is presented as a wide fringing on pockets and a hood.

There are several types.

• Bukhara or Uzbek - is characterized by light and fine texture, based on tight curls of different lengths. Its another name is "cardigan."
• For light overcoats, karakulcha is used. This is the name of the premature lamb's fur. Curls look like wet silk. Moreover, its strength is estimated as low.
• At international fur auctions, you can often find the Afghan astrakhan fur. It has a heavy and thick texture, curls look like a silver-flat pattern. The most expensive form of karakul is swakara. Curls outwardly resemble karakulchu, while there is a pronounced pattern.
• Fur is most often found in black. But you can find skins of brown, gray and white colors.

Karakul items attract the attention of young people and, in many respects, due to a wide range of original styles. Products, as a rule, are not lower than the knees. Of the shorter ones, astrakhan jackets are in demand.

For older women, the average length is optimal. There are universal styles that can even be selected for a problematic figure.

Too long styles can be found in fur coats.

Short models with wide sleeves remain relevant. Designers consider this style to be elegant; therefore, they proposed jackets as a novelty of the season to the mid-thigh.

Models of a straight cut can be with and without a belt; the length to the knees and the middle of the calf is considered optimal for a coat.

The oversize style also looks good in astrakhan performance. The only thing that distinguishes it from the lines of a regular coat is soft shoulders and a narrowed hem. Due to this, it looks more oval.

A classic trapezoid is the perfect match for karakul items. This style is suitable for any figure, and in combination with the rich texture of the fur coat looks very feminine. A touch of elegance adds color. Fawn, pastel and gray shades look very noble.

Due to the plasticity of the fur, the designers were able to try it on other fashionable silhouettes. The karakul cape cape is considered one of the original models. Another key model is not inferior to her in this - the mantle. Luxurious flared items, shortened sleeves, and a hem decorated with other fur look very elegant.

The style of minimalism is not at all compatible with fur, except for karakul. The kimono style is a vivid confirmation of this. Often used are collars of abstract shapes that can be worn as a hood or a wrap over the shoulders.

First of all, you should pay attention to the appearance of the product. The pattern of curls should be clearly visible. This is an indicator of the quality of the fur. It is also worth looking carefully at the type of gasket. For neat manufacturers, it is not sewn and you can check the quality of the seams and fins.

Karakul, like any fur, does not like getting wet. But if you find yourself in wet snow, then, having come into the room, you must dry the product. Do not leave it near a heat source; it should dry by itself.

If suddenly the astrakhan coat is very wet in the rain, then it is best to dry it in dry cleaning. Karakul requires mandatory combing with a special brush 2-3 times a month.Each time he comes home, he should be taken by the shoulders and shaken well, having cleaned from street dust and snow.

So that the product does not lose its shape, you need to store it on wide and soft shoulders. Close proximity to other clothing is not allowed. The fur may be bent or jammed. It is best to store the astrakhan coat in a special case that should allow air to pass through. You can not store on the balcony, as the sun's rays can affect the fading of the color of a fur coat. In addition, the fur may lose its quality due to the dryness and humidity of the weather.

An ideal place for a fur coat is a dark wardrobe. According to the rules of storage, it is necessary to open its door 3-4 times for 15 minutes to air the clothes. Be sure to put a moth remedy.

Astrakhan coat is found mainly in winter collections. There are several points that you should pay attention to when creating a stylish image. A knitted hat and ugg boots cannot be combined with an astrakhan coat. The best option is a hat made of the same material and classic boots. Gloves and a stylish knitted scarf are matched to the tone of the shoe or in contrast.

On youth models, most often there is a hood that can be dispensed with without a headdress. High-heeled shoes are selected for the classic model, sports models of outerwear will look good with low-heeled boots.

Demi-season clothing made from astrakhan clothing goes well with a silk scarf and ankle boots. As for the handbag, bags with a small handle are recommended for astrakhan clothing. Long straps may leave a mark on the shoulder of the product.