Mackintosh clothing is divided into two types - for women it is a raincoat made of waterproof fabric, and for men a summer coat. The peculiar name of the raincoats is due to the chemist from Scotland, Charles Mackintosh. In 1823 he introduced a new type of fabric, which is impregnated with rubber. Later, the scientist opened his own company for the production of this material, and the mackintosh cloak turned out to be the favorite clothing of the military. Beauties refused to wear such a raincoat because of the pungent smell of rubber. In addition, the material did not tolerate extreme heat and melted. The problem was solved only after 20 years with the discovery of vulcanized rubber by Charles Goodyear.
The Mac today is different from its predecessors a century ago. A straight-cut male mackintosh is always above the knees and may have additional overlays. Women's clothing almost always has a length below the knee and is decorated with a belt.
Features
Designers highlight several features of the raincoat mac. The collar of the cloak is turn-down and has a special secret fastener, which saves from the wind. The raincoat-mac is always free cut. Previously, fashion designers came up with various types of clothes, but now everyone is inclined towards a single solution.
A Mac differs from a trench coat in that it does not have a belt and buckles. Macs are usually sewn of waterproof cotton. For its production using natural Malaysian rubber. Rubberized not only the fabric, but also the seams, so the cloak does not allow moisture to pass through.
Brands
There are three classic brands that offer their customers raincoats-mackintosh.
- Charles Mackintosh's Mackintosh company began production in 1823. To this day, the company is engaged in the production of raincoats.
- The London Aquascutum, which appeared more than two centuries ago. Initially, raincoats of this brand were delivered to the soldiers of the British army and the royal family.
- Private white V.C. was opened by a former military. They make Mac raincoats not only from gabardine, but also from high-tech Ventile fabric.
What to wear with men?
A raincoat mac is a simple and indispensable clothing that should be in the wardrobe of any man. For formal meetings, wear a black or beige mac in combination with a black two-piece suit and oxford shoes.
A strict shirt that will “peek out” from under the sweater along with jeans and boots will also fit perfectly into the business image. For a freer look, a casual shirt with dark or wool trousers and classic shoes will do. A dark mac will perfectly complement light trousers, a dark shirt and a tie to match. A navy trenchcoat along with a gray polo will become the foundation of a casual style. Round off this look with light blue trousers and suede boots.
On a hot day, the Mac is best worn wide open. In case of bad weather - fasten the raincoat on all buttons and raise the collar. Classic men's colors are black, blue and beige. It’s best not to wear a blue mac with a black suit. In this combination, you will look ridiculous and overloaded. It is best to wear a raincoat in autumn or spring. With a cloak, sweaters with a high neck or with a V-neck are perfectly combined. The correct raincoat should be 10-15 cm above the knee.
Men below the average height are advised to choose mini-length models. Owners of a slender figure and high growth are offered to pay attention to long macs. Some designers offer to step away from the classic colors and choose raincoats of chocolate and gray shades. Discard the Mac if you are wearing a tuxedo or dress coat.
What to wear for women?
The raincoat-mac won the hearts of beautiful ladies closer to the middle of the 20th century, when movie stars began to appear on the screens in these clothes. The famous Audrey Hepburn fell in love not only with her game in the movie "Breakfast at Tiffany's", but also in a pretty way. After the film was released, women of fashion began to buy raincoats in the hope of being like Hepburn.
You can wear a mac with any dresses and skirts. The cloak will only add sharpness to your look. Put on a bright pencil skirt and with a tight top or a loose dress with thick heeled ankle boots.
The raincoat-mac perfectly matches jeans. Moreover, you can wear it with both classic and boyfriends. But for the latter, it is better to choose high-heeled shoes. Good look - boyfriends + top + classic boats. For a sporty style, regular jeans with a shirt and sneakers are suitable.
A black trench coat is best combined with light trousers made of light fabric. The white mac looks with dresses in linen style or overalls. Bright shoes and a bag perfectly complement the completely light images. Some fashionistas do not hesitate and throw a cloak on a black jacket, but such images will only fit slim and tall girls.
For rigorous sets it is better to choose a leather coat. Such macs perfectly complement the evening look.
Khaki raincoats go well with jeans, pumps, and loose lightweight shirts. Some ladies are experimenting with lace and brutal shoes. A khaki color looks like a little black dress. In this way, you can safely go to a party.
ASOS offers fashionistas a black and white mac raincoat with a hood and panda-like ears. Such an original cloak can be worn in casual style. For the urban image, this company presents a long black cloak with a belt and cuts on the sleeves. Such a mac will be combined with boots, loose shirts, wide jeans and even hats.
How to choose and wear?
The right color choice is the foundation of your image. The basic shades are the same: blue, black, beige and sand. Bright girls should not choose a black cloak, as it can overload your image. For ladies who are not afraid of flashy images, you can choose a white cloak or khaki mac.Trendy novelties of past seasons are patent leather raincoats, with print or perforation. Designers add large buttons, zippers, a creative collar to the model.
A properly selected scarf will correct the flaws of the figure, as well as good shoes. Please note that with the Mac you can combine ankle boots, shoes and even rubber boots. You should abandon the images with over the knee boots.
Even the tie of the belt can completely change the image. You can tie back or lower it down. A standard belt from a raincoat can be replaced with a leather one, but in this case, you should choose the right shoes to match the belt. The belt can not be screwed into a buckle, but tied in a knot. Such a maneuver will give you negligence, but leave you a cute yoke. For a business look, you can raise the collar and fill your hair or pick it up in a bun. Slenderness can give rolled up sleeves.
Cost and Care
Buy the original Mac model in Russia only in some online stores. For example, a real mackintosh is sold in the Brandshop.ru store. Previously, raincoats were sold through the Fott website, but several years ago they were taken out of sale. In this case, in any mass market you can buy a simple raincoat-mac. Its cost starts from two thousand rubles.
A raincoat mac requires a very careful sock. It is not advised to wear it in hot weather so that the tissue does not oxidize. Under the influence of the sun, the best cloak becomes tough and rough. Unfortunately, the defect cannot be fixed. For the same reason, fashion designers are not advised to keep trifles or keys in their pockets. Having disobeyed the tips, your cloak may become sticky.
Do not wash the cloak in the machine. Experts advise using a soft sponge and soapy solution for cleaning. You can not twist and squeeze the mac - the rubber will just crack. special glue will help to reanimate the cloak from holes. It is best to store a cloak on a coat hanger and away from heat sources.
