New winter collections offer customers a range of stylish women's sheepskin coats. In 2016, look out for the following options:
- classic and contemporary styles;
- lightweight versions of lamb skin and sheepskin coat from Tuscany;
- leather and suede upper cover;
- trimming with fox or mink fur;
- long hooded coats and short models.
Consider which model will suit your personal style needs, as well as your seasonal wardrobe and budget. A small analysis of the characteristics and features of sheepskin coats will allow you to make a final decision.
Materials used
Natural women's sheepskin coats are sewn from sheep skins. The leather has a characteristic velour-like finish. The appearance, strength and thermal insulation properties of the product depend on the breed of sheep. With some analysis, key areas of production can be identified.
For model sheepskin coats, astrakhan is used. It looks impressive and expensive, but does not differ in excellent heat-insulating properties. The same light and elegant sheepskin coats are obtained from furSpanish lamb. Unfortunately, they are also not very warm and unsuitable for freezing winters.
Expensive, reliable and very warm natural sheepskin coats are made from Tuscan sheep fur. Such a thing will be a chic addition to a woman's wardrobe along with a fur coat.
Sheepskin coats made of goat fur are the most durable and can withstand even significant loads. They are affordable for a wide range of consumers, which makes them the most popular and in demand.
Natural sheepskin coats from Tuscany
Beautiful, warm and light enough, they will be a worthy decoration of your seasonal wardrobe. Such a sheepskin coat will warm even in the most severe frosts.
The only drawback of this outerwear can be called its price, which starts at six hundred dollars, which for many simply cannot afford. But if you decide on such a purchase, the benefits cannot but please:
- the quality of the skin of Tuscan lambs withstands any criticism and is worthy of the highest praise;
- light weight product;
- silky fur;
- dazzling skin shine;
- strength and wear resistance;
- reliable thermal protection.
When buying, it is important to avoid fakes. To do this, pay attention to the fur. It should not be sparse or too direct. Tuscan natural sheepskin coats are sewn entirely from the same breed, so the length of the wool should be the same throughout the product. Another important detail is that wool does not roll on Tuscan skins. When leaving, it is important to comb it periodically,to keep the shine and silkiness.
Sheepskin coats
Their primary advantages are warmth, versatility, lightness, practicality and, most importantly, democratic cost. The sheepskin coat is presented in a wide variety of colors and designs in the new season. The most popular manufacturers of this outerwear are England, Spain, Turkey and France. A good sheepskin is durable to wear and does not require special care. It will serve you for more than one season if you choose a classic model. The most popular shades are red, beige, brown, olive, black and gray. Complete your wardrobe with one fashionable sheepskin coat and enjoy new looks.
Additional style details
The appearance, style and cost of a sheepskin coat is affected by the presence of such elements as a hood, collar, fastener and belt. Each of these parts can be made from both budget and expensive exclusive material.
Natural women's sheepskin coats look very nice with a wide leather belt that emphasizes the waist. Its color can be either in the tone of the product, or contrasting or complementary, which further emphasizes the originality of outerwear.
The hood serves as a practical and comfortable detail that adds showiness to the design of a sheepskin coat. Fur interior trim not only looks beautiful and rich, but will warm in any frost along with a headdress.
Separately it is worth noting the choice of clasp design. It can be like normalzipper, and original buttons, clips or decorated hooks.
Features of care
Under new natural sheepskin coats of dark color immediately after purchase (a couple of weeks) it is not recommended to wear light and white things. After production, small short fibers remain on the product, which will firmly stick to the white sweater. The problem does not require a special solution, since over time the villi will be cleaned by themselves.
Proper care greatly increases the life of products. They should be cleaned of dust, periodically moistened and applied the correct drying mode. Store sheepskin coats (natural fur especially) in a fabric case, as the plastic bag does not allow materials to "breathe".
After wearing, the item must be dried at room temperature and away from the heating system.
Sheepskin coats with water-repellent impregnation should only be dry-cleaned. Periodically, natural sheepskin coats are recommended to be moistened with special products so that they do not shrink.
Purchase Features
Natural sheepskin coat, the price of which depends on the material and finish, must meet a number of requirements when buying. Among them are the following:
- quality of skin coloring;
- surface texture (it should be soft, with the same length and evenly distributed pile);
- quality of dyeing and thickness of the inner fur;
- the same direction of the top pile on all details of the sheepskin coat;
- no strong odor orcreases on the skin.
All natural sheepskin coats are different and differ in the thickness of the skin and the quality of the down. The presence of a hood plays an important role, as well as additional details of fur trim, a leather belt, and exclusive decor.
The price range of outerwear made from natural materials is very wide. Prices from 400 to 1000 dollars per item are considered low. Prices up to $5,000 are average, designer items are already more expensive. A sheepskin coat trimmed with Barguzin sable will cost $15,000!
But only natural sheepskin coats can be considered the standard of practical outerwear in women's and men's wardrobes, because they can be worn in frost, snow and even rain, if the top is treated with water-repellent impregnation. They blend seamlessly with different styles of wardrobe and are suitable for every day and for a special occasion, along with a fur coat.