Mink Coat
Fur clothing at all times served not only to heat its owner. Fur coats from natural fur is a confirmation of status and social status.
Mink coats are a more affordable and democratic type of traditional fur coats. It is lighter and more elegant than other types of clothing made of fur.
Features and advantages of the material
Mink fur is the most common. This is due to its beautiful appearance, excellent performance and affordability.
Depending on the region in which animals were raised, the quality characteristics of the fur may differ. The most expensive and sought-after is mink fur, which was grown in Scandinavian countries. Russian and Belarusian fur is distinguished by coarser guard hair and high underfur. Products made of it are very warm, but more shaggy.
The main advantages of mink fur include:
- attractive appearance and wide variety of natural colors;
- Fur is easy to work, not only outerwear can be made from it. From mink pelts sew skirts, jackets, vests, etc .;
- high wear resistance;
- good thermal insulation properties.
Fur mink of poor quality is subjected to special treatment, which allows to improve its aesthetic appearance. After shearing on the skin, various defects become imperceptible.
In recent years, the mink knitting technology has become very popular. The skin is cut into thin strips, which are then wound on a thread basis. The resulting fur yarn is used for knitting. The cloth turns out bilateral, in such equipment it is possible to make a coat without a lining or fur capes.
Popular models and styles
Working with mink is much easier than with other types of fur. And the use of the latest technology allows you to make products of unusual styles, textures and colors.
With finishing
Mink goes well with other types of fur. Therefore, very often mink is used for the manufacture of the main product, and the collar, cuffs or hood are sewn from fur with a longer nap.
One of the most successful options is the combination of mink and lynx fur, the sable finish also looks beautiful.
With English collar
A win-win would be to purchase a mink coat with a straight cut. Such a fur coat will not go out of fashion ever. An English collar and belt are mandatory attributes of a strict and elegant mink coat.
Fur coat
A coat and a mink fur coat are essentially the same product. But it so happened that by coat we mean the product is knee-length. If the fur clothing has a length to the floor, then it is called a fur coat.
On the lining
Mink can warm in frost, but to improve the insulating properties of the coat can be insulated lining. Such a product will be more voluminous, but you can safely wear it even in a thirty-degree frost.
Transformer
Things transformers are back in fashion. This tendency was also touched by mink coats; if necessary, they can choose the length of the hem and sleeves. And the collar easily turns into a hood.
From sheared mink
Mink hairstyle is often used to eliminate defects in fur, but more often fur is subjected to this procedure to give it a more beautiful appearance. After removal of the guard hair, the fur is additionally polished. Also on the smooth fur can perform various patterns using a special laser.
Usually products from sheared mink are cheaper, but this rule does not always work.
Combined models
The mink coat has an elegant look, but a coat made of other materials decorated with elements of mink looks no less elegant. Most often from this fur do collars, also it is possible to meet a coat with fur cuffs. The mink is highly resistant to abrasion, because this fur is perfectly suited for the manufacture of these structural elements of the coat.
Recently, coats made of drape or other dense material, which are decorated with large patch pockets of mink fur, have become very popular. This product looks very stylish.
Length
The mink coat can be of different lengths. Young girls fit shortened models to the middle of the thigh. The coat, which is knee-length or slightly lower, has a more solid look, such products are preferred by elegant ladies.
How to choose and what to wear
High-quality mink fur will last you for a long time with proper care of the product. TOnly it should be taken into account that clipped, plucked and knitted fur is less nosy. It becomes dirty more quickly, and you cannot wash it yourself.
In choosing the style of coat, it is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of the figure, height and age. Of great importance is also where you will wear your new coat. If you spend a lot of time in the car, then it is better to choose the Autolady of mink that is fashionable this season.
Clothes and shoes are selected based on the length of the coat. When choosing boots, it must be remembered that the shorter the coat, the higher the tops of the shoes. Otherwise, you just freeze. If the coat is worn over the evening dress, then you can wear shoes.
The fur does not fit well with sporty clothes. A mink coat can be worn with pants, and short models go well with jeans.
Stylish images
Having a mink coat in your wardrobe, you can create stylish images from a variety of clothing sets. A cropped fur coat goes well with high suede boots. Under the coat fit short skirt or skinny jeans. The flared A-shaped coat will suit both the pants and the dress. The density of materials must correspond to the time of year.
A mink coat is, above all, elegance. So try to choose shoes with high heels. But the choice of headgear must be approached thoroughly. According to experts, it is necessary to pick up a hat from the same fur under the coat of mink. In extreme cases, you can stop the choice on the felt hats.
If you do not like these hats, then buy a coat with a hood, it will save you from having to buy a hat separately.