Which woman doesn't dream of a fur coat? This is exactly the kind of gift we expect from our loved ones. Or we spend a long time saving up for “decoration” made of fluffy gold. But which fur is better to choose? After all, the more expensive it is, the more prestigious the product looks. In an expensive fur coat you feel completely different. Royally. Which model to choose for your dream fur coat?
Let's talk about astragan and products made from it. He truly deserves our attention.
What is astragan fur
Put down the encyclopedias. Astragan is not listed among the representatives of the earth's fauna. This is not an animal, but the latest factory technology for producing sheepskin. Only the highest quality fur is taken for it. With a dense down, reaching up to 7 mm, and a good strong curl. Sheep with the best quality wool are raised on the emerald pasture mainland of Australia. In appearance, the fur after processing resembles astrakhan fur. Don't be fooled! Read its features before purchasing. So as not to acquire a fake instead of a status update.
Distinctive features of an astragan fur coat
You can distinguish an astragan fur coat by the following features:
- When the lighting changes, the fur shimmers beautifully and changes shades.
- The haircut is shorter than the usual mouton.
- With a short haircut and a steep curl, a visual effect characteristic of broadtail is achieved.
- Manufactured only in factory conditions. A master cannot obtain it at home on his own.
Pros and cons of astragan fur coats
pros:
- Lightness of products.
- Heat retention. The pile is short, but retains heat much better than karakul.
- Fast drying.
- Easy combing.
- Durability and wear resistance. With frequent wear, but careful handling and storage rules, the new item will last you at least three years.
- Short-cropped fur does not enhance the contours of the figure.
- Affordable price (although this is a controversial issue).
- With a fur coat with a hood, you can do without a hat.
- Good color tolerance. Does not deteriorate from dyes. This contributes to the flight of imagination of designers.
- Due to the smoothness of the fur, it is convenient to make patterns and create other decorative elements on it.
Minuses:
- Not everyone considers the price budget. For many it is high.
- Relatively small selection of models due to inflated prices.
- Cannot be stored in a plastic or polyethylene bag. A very unpleasant odor will appear.
- It is necessary to periodically ventilate the fur coat by taking it out into the fresh air. But so that it does not succumb to prolonged exposure to sunlight.
IMPORTANT!
If you have a stain, do not try to remove it yourself. Use dry cleaning services. Otherwise, the outfit may suffer.
Review of astragan fur coat models
The range of products made from this material is very diverse.
- Longer options are suitable for elegant ladies.They really look royally expensive.
- For young girls there are short coats of different styles: from strict straight classic cuts to playful flared ones. With and without thick fur collars.
- Some models are made from undyed fur and have natural shades.
- Dyed products are renowned for their wide range of vibrant colors.
- The most luxurious style is probably a long, floor-length, flared fur coat with a round collar made of thick fur, for example, arctic fox, colored in several shades, in harmony with the main color.
- In contrast to expensive models, there are everyday options: light short coats and jackets with hoods.
- Many fashion designers add inserts from the fur of other valuable breeds, for example, mink, arctic fox, fox and the like.
- Decorative elements on the collar, cuffs and pockets of various types are possible.
- Inserts of contrasting colors are also used. For example, a black coat with white inserts on the collar and white cuffs. Or a red pea coat with brown trim.
- You can find sets on sale: outerwear plus a headdress, which complement each other perfectly.
- Not only fur inserts of other breeds are made, but also leather ones. Great combination! Especially when the stripes of fur are multi-colored.
Some fashion designers prefer classics a la double-breasted jackets of the fifties. Others, on the contrary, are drawn to glamor. Their creations are catchy and memorable. For example, they combine rectangles of bright turquoise, dark blue and sky blue fur with patch pockets and a straight cut. The emphasis is on a belt made of thin genuine leather, matching in color and tied with a knot.
A belt made of soft leather is often a complementary detail to these fur coats. Fur belts are still not so convenient to tie.The knot turns out to be too bulky. The ends stick out in different directions. Besides, it would look old-fashioned. Elegant leather belts look aesthetically pleasing. They can even be tied into a bow. Or tie it not at the junction of the panels, but to the left or right of the line of fasteners. This playful option looks very attractive on girls.
Main types of styles:
- long straight;
- long “flare”;
- with hood straight;
- with a hood, cut - “sun”;
- with a short coat collar;
- with a coat collar;
- jacket with a hood;
- vest;
- “autolady”;
- patchwork;
- with a zipper;
- buttoned;
- on hooks;
- with leather inserts;
- with alternating canvases of different colors.
This is not a complete list. After all, something new is created every day.
We have compiled a basic list of information required by future buyers and customers. Don't let your valuable acquisition cause you disappointment. On the contrary, it will bring only positive emotions and will last as long as possible.. Just remember to follow the storage and care rules.