What?
Astragan is a type of high-quality sheepskin made by special technology. Manually this fur can not be obtained. This is a very soft and silky fur that looks very much like a mouton (considered to be a variety of it), but with a softer structure, lightness, dense underfill, increased wear resistance and a special moire pattern.
This fur has excellent heat saving characteristics, at the same time, while remaining completely natural, it has breathability and hygroscopicity. Astragan fur coat is great for frosty winters. Astragan’s pile is shorter than that of a muton, which protects this fur from rolling.
Astragan lends itself well to coloring, including in bright unusual colors, which significantly expands the model range.
Models
Models of Astrakhan fur coats will please with their variety and size range. These fur coats are very practical in everyday life. Lightweight fur provides freedom of movement and versatility. Lovers of classics will like traditional models of straight-cut fur coats with a belt, different design options for the collar, a long classic sleeve. Or fitted and semi-fitted models with a belt, optimal length. Due to the short pile, Astrakhan fur coats give harmony and are suitable for all types of figures.
According to the color diversity of each fashionista, there is a model of a favorite shade. Unusual bright colors are in fashion - orange, blue, green, wine red. Classic models are presented in more restrained or natural colors - black, gray, brown, white, milk, peach, bronze.
Along with classic models of fur coats fur coats from Astragan with elements of the latest fashion trends are popular in recent fashion seasons. - a shortened or wide sleeve, puffs, shuttlecocks, patch pockets, contrasting inserts from other materials or furs, leather belts.
Combinations of astragan with other furs and materials have become a real hit of recent seasons. Very impressive and feminine look models made of Astragan, trimmed with fur mink, Arctic fox, lynx, marten, nutria or sheepskin.
Modern sheepskin processing technology has allowed designers to bring into fashion patterns on astragan made using special technology. Textured patterns allow you to give originality and originality to the fur coats.
The use of a hood in fur coats remains relevant in models made of astragan. Transforming hoods turning into a chic collar are in fashion. As well as traditional hoods - ordinary ones, trimmed with other fur, with lapels, etc. Products made of astragan are distinguished by sophistication and at the same time laconic cut. Finishing with additional decorative elements in the form of effective volumetric buttons, zippers, metal plates, beads, etc. is allowed.
The length of modern fashion does not dictate certain conditions, the main thing is that the model harmoniously sits on a woman. There are short and maxi models, the best option would be to choose a fur coat from Astragan based on practical considerations and a lifestyle - for example, motorists and young girls should pay attention to short fur coats.
Large styles for full
Astragan allows any girl to look feminine and slim. A correctly selected model allows women with curvaceous forms to hide some figure flaws and excess weight, since the Astragan's pile is short and does not visually make the image heavier.
Owners of a full figure are suitable for classic models of a straight and semi-adjacent cut, A-silhouette. The length of the chosen fur coat depends on personal preferences - short, to the middle of the thigh, to the knees or lower. In order to choose the perfect model you need to measure as many options as possible and then the result will definitely please you.
How to choose and care?
Choosing a fur coat from Astragan will not be a painful problem if you pay attention to important points.
- Availability of certificate and chip - certification of fur products and chipping is now a mandatory procedure. Each self-respecting fur coat manufacturer will take care first of all of the availability of such documents. The certificate will confirm the quality of the product.
- Fur quality - Astraghan has a moiré pattern, as the raw material is used with tight curls and is cut short, while the villi lie in different directions and create peculiar waves. In this, by the way, the main difference between astragan and the mouton. Mouton has a uniform surface and a longer pile.
- Seam quality - it is worth paying attention to the seam processing of the entire product and individual elements. High-quality fur coats are assembled from a minimum number of parts, excluding the features of the style - wedges, shuttlecocks, decoration. In a high-quality fur coat, the lining from below is not closed tightly and each customer can look under it and inspect the quality of the seams, the number of parts, the dressing and the color of the mezra.
- Tactile sensation - you must touch the fur, stroke it in different directions. If at the same time the fur rustles slightly, rustles and there is no cod, squeak, then the fur is of high quality. You can pull back a few fibers and if they remained in place and did not come off, then the fur was dressed strictly according to technology.
- Lining quality - The lining plays an important role in a fur coat. It should be made of quality fabric, carefully sewn to the fur coat without crooked stitches and holes from the needle. In addition, the lining should not get out of the general style of the model, match the color scheme or can sharply contrast with it.
- Ease - Astragan is lighter than a muton, easily assumes its former shape, does not crumple.
- Lack of extraneous odors - the fur should not exude odors of burning, sour fat, mold and chemicals.If any smell is present, then the fur and the product from it are not of high quality.
- Staining quality - if you get a fur coat of bright and clearly colored color, then you can use a damp cloth or a damp scarf and hold it in an inconspicuous place on the fur. If the paint remains on a scarf or napkin, then it is better to refrain from buying.
- Price - Astrakhan fur coats are 20-30% more expensive than a muton.
Another significant difference between astragan and mouton is the fact that astragan does not roll.
Caring for a fur coat from Astragan lies in the same rules for caring for fur products:
- Drying of a fur coat near sources of heating, heaters should be avoided, and it is preferable to dry naturally.
- Keep a coat of Astragan in a case in a dark place, avoiding exposure to bright sunlight. In the warm season, it is necessary to ventilate the fur coat and check its condition.
- It is undesirable that spots of fat, cosmetics, and perfumes get on the fur coat. If spots have appeared, then clean them with ammonia and salt.
- The fur must be periodically combed with a comb or comb with small and frequent cloves.
Reviews
According to numerous reviews, despite the fact that Astragan appeared on the market of fur products relatively recently, Astrakhan fur coats are very convenient and practical. The fur is light, silkynice to wear. Practicality of care and durability are a big plus of such fur coats. Astragan does not form spools, does not fold and does not form bald spots. Does not crumple. A fur coat made of astragan is lighter than a muton, but still heavier than a mink. But in such a fur coat, severe frosts are not terrible - tight undercuts warms well. Affordable price is also considered one of the advantages of this fur.
According to customer reviews, a fur coat from Astragan will last more than one season and does not require special care.
Beautiful images
- A fur coat made of astragan is advantageously emphasized by the goat fur trim on the flap tops, cuffs and collar. The dark gray color of the fur coat emphasizes and brightens the finish of the goat’s steel shade. A straight-cut fur coat up to the middle of the thigh, with a long sleeve and a black leather belt is incredibly slim and adds growth. Neat pockets give piquancy - a chest cut-in and two side pockets - with black leather edging. High cuffs and a shawl stand-up collar make this model memorable and unusual.
- An amazing print on fur gives this model an extraordinary and sophistication. The style of a fur coat in the form of a trapezoid will suit the owners of a magnificent figure and slender women who lead an active lifestyle - business, confident and sophisticated. A successful combination with a mouton on the sleeves makes this Astrakhan fur coat practical and light. A small turn-down collar can be worn in the form of a rack, lifting it. Deliberately wide sleeves of shortened length make the model trendy. Bright saturated brick color emphasizes the silkiness of the fur and the pleasant "warmth" of the fur coat.
- The classic model of a black Astragan fur coat effectively complements the hem trim with black and brown fox fur. The length of the fur coat is below the knees, the fitted silhouette, the original leather strap, the sleeve with lapels on the cuff and the shawl collar will make any woman elegant and at the same time fashionable. The fur of the fox favorably emphasizes the harmony of legs, become and gives the image chic and consistency.