Many women love fur coats, especially mink ones. Such a thing not only warms in the cold winter, but also represents wealth and prosperity. Therefore, the question of how to choose it correctly can worry many.
Of course, everyone wants to get a good fur coat and look fashionable and attractive in it. At the same time, it is very important that she emphasizes only virtues. The price of such an acquisition is very significant, so no one wants to spend money on a low-quality product.
The advantages of a mink coat over other fur products
- Mink looks rich. Quality fur adorns women very much. Any shade of mink, whether black, gray, brown, beige, looks noble.
- Mink is practical and versatile. She looks fashionable and suitable for any occasion. It can be worn at festive events or on ordinary weekdays. All kinds of jewelry, handbags, shoes, etc. are combined with the mink.
- High-quality mink is durable, the service life is more than 10 years.
- A variety of model range. From a mink, you can sew a fur coat of almost any style: from the classic elongated version to short auto-models.
- The warming qualities of a fur coat. It is believed that the mink coat is very thin and does not warm at all, but this is a misconception. Mink is a rather warm fur. This can be confirmed by many women who have a mink coat in their wardrobe . Only for severe frosts it is worth choosing the appropriate style.
Varieties of mink
Initially, mink was found only in North America. At the moment, she is bred in many countries, most of all still in America, as well as in Russia, China, some European countries.
There are such varieties of mink:
- North American - grown in North America, Canada. Her hair is dense, velvety.
- Scandinavian - a mink native to North America, which is grown in Finland and Denmark. Such skins are popular and cost much cheaper. The Scandinavian mink has a variety of colors - from light to dark.
- Russian is the same mink from North America that has been bred in Russia for several decades. The hair of such a mink has a higher pile, it is warmer than others. The quality of the fur coat is slightly inferior.
In China, all varieties of mink are bred, but sewing a fur coat is not of high quality, so the products are not the best.
Also on the quality of the coat is influenced by climatic conditions. In a more southerly climate, mink grows less dense fur, so it is not so warm. And in the northern climate, on the contrary, animal hair grows thicker.
Performance mink coat
- Good fur.
- Sewing quality.
- Manufacturer.
- Cost.
- Place of acquisition.
Naturally, first you need to inspect the entire mink coat, then you should check the quality of the fur.
Signs of quality fur
- The coat should shine and shimmer.
- Pile should be resilient, uniform. When compressed, the villi should be straightened. You can even check the fur coat like this: wrinkle the coat and shake it. Quality fur should take its original form. The fur should not molt. If it is slightly pinched, the villi in the hand should not remain.
- The shade of the fur should be uniform, without marks or spots. If the mink is painted, then it should not stain a wet towel, if you walk it on the fur. The most valuable is a dark shade closer to black, as well as gray-blue and white.
- The inner side of the skin should be soft to the touch, without visible damage, have a small fluff.
Sewing quality
In this case, it is necessary to focus on what the fur product is made of: whole skins or pieces. Even a layman can determine this.
It is necessary to carefully examine the seams of the inside of the fur coat. They must be smooth, without any damage. In no case should there be any glue residue on a quality product. Traces of glue indicate that the coat is made of glued pieces of mink.
At the moment, on the mink coat market, cheaper options are also being implemented - cross products when fur elements are sewn horizontally. A mink coat with a hood usually costs less. In the case when you want to save a little, this option is quite acceptable.
Manufacturer
When buying, it is worth checking the information about the manufacturer. The most common fur coats that can be caught in stores are European, Italian, Greek, Russian, Turkish, Chinese.
Cost
Mink is a fur that is valued, so when buying a high-quality and optimal mink coat, you should not count on significant savings. If the cost of a mink coat with a hood is very low, then the quality will not be up to par. Usually the average price for a natural mink coat of decent quality in the range of 1 thousand euros or more.
It is necessary to select a mink coat carefully, a defective or forged product may get caught, because cost is also a sign of the quality of the fur.
Place of acquisition
The place of purchase of a fur coat is also one of the important points. If you buy a fur coat on the market, low-quality goods can be caught there. It is preferable to select and purchase a fur coat in a good fur salon, boutique or chain of stores with positive reviews from other customers and a good reputation where they can provide a certificate for the product.
A few professional tips for choosing the right quality mink coat
When buying a mink coat, it is advisable to determine in advance the style and size.
The style of a fur coat should be selected depending on the characteristics of the figure, growth and personal preferences. It is not always possible to follow all fashion trends, so you should not choose trendy models.
Mink coat with a hood is the trend of the season. It is stylish, comfortable and practical. Such models are very popular among fashionistas not only due to their beautiful appearance, but also due to their excellent heat-saving properties, which is extremely important in severe winters. Today, both classic styles of mink coats with a hood (photo attached) and short models are in fashion.
Miniature girls should not choose elongated “floor” models. But on tall girls, a long mink coat with a hood will look luxurious. Women with volumetric forms should look at flared models, this will hide the flaws of the figure.
Many girls do not know how to choose the right size for a mink coat with a hood.
This circumstance must be determined by your own feelings: you need to walk, raise your hands, feel the fur coat on yourself, whether it is the size of it. The mink coat should not be too close to the body. If there is at least some feeling of discomfort, then you should not buy this fur coat.
In the northern regions, it is necessary to select the most warming varieties of mink and elongated models of mink coats with a hood; in warm areas, you can choose a fashionable option and get a light and shortened one.
Lifestyle also plays an important role. If a girl leads an active lifestyle, moves a lot in transport or drives, then the elongated version is not very suitable for her. The fur coat will soon lose its original appearance. The best choice is a short mink coat with a hood.
For frequent trips in public transport, you should not choose such a product in bright colors. The best option is a black mink coat with a hood.