HOW TO DETERMINE THE QUALITY OF A MINK COAT

How to choose a mink coat? We are interested in women who are planning to make a long-awaited new thing. In this article we will tell you how to distinguish mink fur from a fake, what defects you should look for in a fur coat when purchasing, we will give instructions, tips, recommendations, and show a video.

In the western parts of Russia, a mink coat is a sign of wealth and refined taste; in the northern territories of the country, it is a must-have item in the wardrobe for harsh and hot winters. However, in any case, a mink coat is a stylish, fashionable and practical trend for all times, for every taste.

Mink coat: how much does it cost?

The first thing men look for when buying a fur coat for their ladies is the price. A woman is a more sensitive nature, and the main selection criterion is the external characteristics of the model. However, in both cases, it is extremely important to understand that a high-quality natural mink fur coat cannot be at the price of an inexpensive fox vest. You can see prices for fur coats in Ukraine in more detail here.

How the cost of a mink coat is determined:

• Purchase price of fur pelts. Sewing a fur coat begins with the purchase of blanks for the model. The main fundamental segment, which forms the price of the finished product, is the cost of skins at a fur auction. The most popular sites for purchasing high-quality skins of fur-bearing animals are Genuine Mackenzie Valley Furs, North American Fur Auctions, Finnish Fur Sales, which are located in Canada, America and Finland. It is from here that a fur product begins its journey - a mink coat, which will then end up in your wardrobe;
• Fur quality. The price at which the manufacturer will purchase fur products depends on this parameter. The quality of fur is indicated by a marking or label. Each auction has its own suppliers of fur skins (animal farms), and the manufacturer, most often, has its own specific parameters for evaluating labels. So, for example, KOPENHAGEN FUR furs are marked as follows:

— Kopenhagen Ivory;

— Kopenhagen Platinum;

- Kopenhagen Burgundy.

The manufacturer Finnish Fur Sales is labeled as SAGA FURS, which in turn consists of three subcategories:

— Royal Mink;

—Mink;

— Royal Fox.

Graphite mink coat

Skins from Scandinavian and Canadian fur farms are the most expensive and most frequently purchased throughout the world by fur manufacturers who value quality and do not risk their reputation;

• Fur consumption. It is natural to assume that a long, floor-length mink coat will be much more expensive than, say, a short, waist-length fur coat. The consumption of skins is higher, and, therefore, the price of the finished product is higher;
• Color. The price estimate differs depending on the color of the fur. Thus, there are three main categories of color distribution, which allow you to visually determine the real price of a fur product:

- brown, light amber - the cheapest skin that is purchased for mink coats in the middle price category;

— scanblack or black Scandinavian mink of a high price category;

- white mink - Blackglama, a prestigious exclusive fur, which is often even more expensive than sable;

• Sewing technology. It is also an important pricing element that is taken into account when calculating the price of a finished fur coat made of natural fur. It is customary to distinguish fur coats according to three sewing technologies:

  
  Graphite fur coat: cocoon model

1. transverse - the most inexpensive option, where the skins are sewn next to each other, there is very little waste from this type of sewing, the technology does not require the use of innovative sewing technologies, and therefore this option is used most often;
2. diagonal _ Medium and high price category, which is used in tailoring luxury-class models of mink coats. In this case, a transverse diagonal line is used for sewing, which originates from the back;
3. figured option. It is used extremely rarely, since it requires a large consumption of material. Figured dissolution of skins is considered the most expensive option, which is used for sewing VIP and Premium models.

All these points should be taken into account when choosing and purchasing a mink coat. Often, unscrupulous manufacturers use the method of coloring the skins in a darker, more saturated black color, passing off the model as expensive furs.

Important ! To determine the true color of the skin, you need to look at the inside and the fur itself. If the fur is dyed, then when blown onto the wool, a white stripe of skin will be visible; if it is natural, the flesh will be slightly lighter than the color of the fur itself. At the same time, as a rule, the inner part is also painted.

How many seasons can it be worn?

Now let's talk about how to choose a mink coat with high performance characteristics. Natural fur has always been highly valued due to its wear resistance, mink is no exception. Thus, most fur products in the north are made from this fur. The average service life, subject to proper care, is 10-15 years. But, as practice shows, the stylish fur coats of our grandmothers still have an amazing shine and look excellent.

The only thing is that the model looks a little old-fashioned. But there is no problem with this either: many fashionistas who inherited a natural mink coat prefer to reshape the product, making it stylish, fashionable and still practical to wear. In this case, the operational life is extended for another 10-15 years.

Interesting ! Even if mink fur has faded over time and lost its shine, it can be easily restored using a mixture of vinegar and ammonia. It is necessary to mix the ingredients in equal proportions, add water and clean the product with a sponge soaked in the mixture.

Features of operation

Since the price of fur products is quite high, before buying such a wardrobe item, I would like to clarify the performance qualities of the fur. What type of mink is worn, how many seasons can it last, and what do these parameters depend on?

Mink, of course, is not the most wear-resistant fur in nature. But, if you know how to choose a mink coat correctly, then when purchasing you will pay attention to the type of tailoring and the quality of the fur itself. Thus, finished products can last 18 seasons or more. The main thing is to comply with the operating rules:

• dry after getting wet;
• care for the flesh;
• protect from moths in the summer, do not wrap in plastic bags for storage;
• comb the fur of a mink coat with a gentle brush;
• clean from dust and dirt;
• Carry out regular professional cleaning.

As fur experts say, if these rules are followed, natural high-quality mink fur will last more than 15-18 seasons.

Is it warm in a mink coat? What kind of frost can it withstand?

As for the thermal insulation properties, mink is also considered the best option between the most expensive furs made from sable, arctic fox and less practical products made from raccoon and fox. Fur retains heat perfectly, and the happy owner of a mink fur product will not be cold even at -20 degrees. If it’s more frosty, then just put a warm sweater under your mink coat, and it’ll be as warm as before.

Important !
The better the finishing of the skin, the thinner the flesh. Thermal insulation characteristics do not suffer due to the type of manufacture. The main thing here is the type of wool; black mink is warmer than brown.

Types of mink

A wide selection of mink allows you to sew a fur coat that will be ideal for wearing in a certain climatic zone.

Russian

This fur has remained one of the warmest for many years. It is distinguished by a high awn and underfur, so that its appearance seems a little tousled. Its price is quite affordable, and the range is wide.

Scandinavian

This type of mink accounts for 80% of all fur sold in the world. Characterized by a medium awn and thick underfur. How to identify mink fur? Everything is very simple: you need to inspect its surfaces. Scandinavian fur has a chic shine, which is why the product is popularly called “black diamond”.

Chinese

For those who do not understand how to identify a good mink coat, it is worth remembering one rule: do not purchase Chinese-made products in the markets. China produces high-quality mink, but increased demand does not allow it to be exported outside the country. Only low-quality budget products are supplied abroad. In addition, Chinese manufacturers stretch the fur, as a result of which it becomes brittle, the service life is reduced and, as a result, it does not warm.

North American

Determining the quality of fur is very simple. It has low pile, but there is no shine at all. Most often, such a product is called velvet. The peculiarity of the North American mink is that it is perfect for the harsh Russian winters.

wild

How to check for quality? Don’t think that the more expensive it is, the better the quality. This type of fur is considered rare. It is characterized by a long pile, almost the same as that of sable. Its color is dark gray-brown. It is also distinguished by its light underfur. Wild fur has a lot of flaws, because to obtain a fur coat you need a large number of skins. Consequently, the price of such products is high.

Italian and Greek

In Italy they do not farm mink. But this does not prevent local craftsmen from creating excellent samples with an original design. Currently, the quality of such fur coats pleases all fashionistas both in Russia and abroad. If you do not understand how to correctly determine the quality of a mink coat, then you should buy such clothes in stores at fur factories.

Mink fur is in great demand today when sewing winter clothes. But due to high competition in the market, some manufacturers resort to certain tricks. They reduce the cost of the product because they themselves purchase a low-quality product. In order not to fall for the tricks of scammers, you need to learn how to identify quality fur. This is not difficult, but it will protect you from counterfeiting and financial waste.

How to choose a quality product, details in the video:

How to properly store a mink coat?

A mink coat will last a long time only if it is not properly cared for. Of course, if you wear it in the rain and then hang it in the wardrobe, then the fur product will not be enough for more than 2-3 seasons. However, if you take care of the fur fibers and remove dirt as necessary, smoothing the fur as it grows, you can enjoy the perfect shine for at least 10-15 seasons.

Since fur is not worn in some regions all year round, you need to know how to properly store a mink coat during the period of time when it is warm outside. Rules for storing mink fur products:

• Before placing your fur coat in the wardrobe for safekeeping, you need to take it to the dry cleaner. Remains of human epithelium, sweat, hairs - all this is very attractive to bacteria, moths and mold. Therefore, before putting the product into long-term storage, it is worth cleaning the fur from all possible organic accumulations;
• You should not seal a mink coat in a plastic bag to prevent moths from eating it. It is better to place the fur coat in a special case with a breathable membrane base and periodically ventilate it on the balcony and dry it;
• after wearing it outside, always dry the fur coat in a ventilated place, comb it with a special brush in the direction of the hair growth, and only then hang it in the wardrobe;
• The fur coat should always hang only on hangers. Otherwise, the product will lose its shape, become outwardly unattractive and worn out.

Important ! You should not put products with a strong chemical smell against moths in a case with a fur coat. The fur will absorb the aroma and will take a very long time to dissipate. It is better to use natural soap with lavender, wormwood and walnut oils.

At what temperature to wear a mink fur coat?

Damp, rainy weather is not the best option for wearing mink fur. The fur of any fur-bearing animal loves frost, this is the only way it becomes lush, smooth and shiny in the rare rays of the sun. The best weather conditions for wearing mink are frost from -2 to -15. In such conditions, the fur shines beautifully, shimmers and looks luxurious.

But, if the mink coat has already fallen under wet snow, then there is no need to worry. You can simply dry the product in a ventilated place and comb it with a brush. You can pre-treat it with a special moisture-proof spray and dry it. Then even wet snow is not a problem for the perfect appearance of your luxurious mink coat.

Secrets of the right purchase

To know how to choose a mink coat, you need not only to pay attention to a well-known brand, but also to really evaluate the quality of the fur, its thickness, and many other subtleties. In particular, it is also important to know how to identify mink from a cheap fake.

Secrets of choice:

• Natural fur of good quality, when moving against the growth of villi, will return to its original place in its original shape. Inexpensive, low-quality fur ends up with tangled fibers and needs to be straightened and combed again;
• the growth of the pile is the same on any side, in any place of sewing;
• no uneven hairs are visible at the seam, the fur is smooth and neat;
• inside, all the stitches are even, without protruding threads, irregularities or remnants of material;
• if the manufacturer offers untinted black mink, then the flesh will be a dark gray shade, but not a rich black, nature does not have that;
• very dense, coarse flesh indicates poor dressing of the skins, and, therefore, the quality of the fur coat is low.

Interesting fact! A conscientious manufacturer leaves the hem of a mink coat unattached. This is necessary to inspect the quality of fur when purchasing. Thus, you can view both the color of the flesh and its thickness.

Real fur or fake: how to distinguish mink?

How to distinguish mink from a fake? What kind of fur should a mink have? The most common questions from those who make such a purchase for the first time. First of all, you should understand that the risk of buying a fake on the market increases significantly than in a brand store. But, if you don’t want to overpay for the brand, you should pay attention to the following important distinctive characteristics of natural fur:

• the natural skin of a downy animal will never be covered with a fabric layer or glued to it;
• natural bristles are tougher than artificial ones, but at the same time soft and smooth. Artificial feels like fluff, natural feels like hair;
• When lightly pinched, the villi do not come off and do not remain on the hands.

Important ! Most often, mink fur is counterfeited from cheaper furs of honorik and marmot. Other furs are distinguished by a thinner pile with more hair growth.

Is it possible to buy mink cheaper, saving on the purchase?

The desire to save money is understandable, but most often unfounded. So, you can buy natural fur, but from a less valuable animal, the fur of which will be pre-dyed and cut. But, when buying a natural mink fur coat there are also some nuances.

In particular, it is worth knowing that the most expensive fur, which is most often used in sewing expensive branded models, is black mink. Apart from the exclusive white mink fur, such fur is also often imitated by an unscrupulous manufacturer.

The most likely options for how to save money by purchasing a natural mink coat:

• Buying fur coats in Europe and America (fur coats). Such tours specifically exist for those who have one goal - to buy a high-quality fur coat without the risk of fakes;
• Chinese fur coats online. In this case, it is worth focusing on the company’s image and brand quality. Some manufacturers are selling out last year's collections, and delivery via mail is minimal;
• Sales and promotions. There are two seasons that are beneficial for buying a mink coat at a good price: spring – sale of the remnants of the collection (often with non-standard sizes), autumn – sale of last year’s collection;
• Purchase from the manufacturer directly at the production site. All stores that sell fur coats in cities buy products from the supplier. It is logical to assume that for such services and your convenience they take money from you - a markup of at least 30%. In some situations, it is even more profitable to spend money on travel than to buy at an inflated, unreasonable price in a store in your city.

  

Taste and color...How to choose a mink coat?

Of course, there is no arguing about tastes. What is chic for one girl is bad taste for another. Therefore, when choosing an expensive mink fur coat, you should pay attention to the following points.

Style

A mink coat can be presented in different styles, which, when choosing, is largely determined by the type of woman’s figure and her configuration. Thus, thin, tall girls can choose short sheepskin coats and vests of a fitted cut, with a belt, and wide sleeves.

Women with beautiful and lush breasts should understand that fur in the wrong place will only add bulkiness and massiveness to the external image. Therefore, you should choose dark furs with a pattern at the waist and a belt. The length of the model should not be above the knee. You can also play with fur combinations: the ideal option is mink at the base and sable at the collar.

Color

The choice of color is largely determined by financial capabilities. If you have the opportunity to buy a fairly expensive Scandinavian mink in black, then, of course, such fur will suit absolutely everyone.

As for the more optimal options in the price range, it is important to take into account such a thing as the play of color and lighting. For blondes, both light brown and dark uneven mink coats are suitable. For brunettes, it is better to choose a mink of a dark shade, which will contrast with the delicate white skin of the face and set off the dark curls.

Is it better with or without a belt?

Before choosing a mink coat, you need to decide whether you need an element such as a belt. A fur coat can have a leather, fabric or fur belt. Combined models with leather inserts at the waist or sides and a leather belt are popular. This model visually removes the extra 10 kilograms.

However, a one-piece fur coat with a belt looks great on any type of figure. The only point worth paying attention to is the quality of the meat production. In this case, thin skin looks better, and the fur shimmers with every step.

With or without a hood?

Models with a hood are suitable for those who do not like to choose hats or wear a scarf under a fur coat. Without a collar, you can buy it for those girls who like to play with accessories and combine several stylistic trends.

From a male or a female?

The cost of the finished product is also affected by the gender of the animal. Thus, the skin of a male is more valuable, since it is a good 20 cm longer. This allows you to use fewer patterns, and therefore fewer seams. As a rule, a fur coat made from a male mink is 20% more expensive than a fur coat made from a female mink, but even this difference is quite justified.

In dissolution, plates or solid?

There is no such thing as a whole fur coat, since all skins have their own length and width. The most inexpensive pattern is made from vertical transverse skins, the most expensive is made from unraveling. However, such parameters do not affect the quality and duration of wear.

Cross cut or longitudinal?

A mink coat with a longitudinal cut involves sewing the skins vertically, and a cross-cut one - horizontally. This factor does not affect the quality of the finished product, and in most cases is determined by the type of model: for vests and short fur coats, a transverse sewing option is often used, for long fur coats, a longitudinal sewing option is used.

Which fur is better: Canadian or Scandinavian?

When buying a mink fur product, the seller often asks the question, which fur is preferable for a fur coat - Canadian or Scandinavian? The quality is influenced not by the type of mink, but by its label. In terms of external features, the Scandinavian is more fluffy, thick and shaggy, while the Canadian, on the contrary, is short, like a plush. The choice depends on individual preferences.

Color, size and other selection factors

How to choose a good mink coat is already clear: a trusted brand, an expensive product, a careful assessment of the quality of the fur and a thorough study of the underside of the skin. But that’s not all you need to think about when buying a fur coat. It is also worth paying attention to such a factor as color!

Not all ladies know that the shade of fur can significantly increase the amount paid for a fur product. The reason for this is the rarity of the fur-bearing animal breed and its exclusivity.

If we rank the colors of mink fur by price, then the increase in cost will follow the following “rainbow”:

• light brown;
• dark brown;
• all shades of red – from honey to amber;
• beige;
• gray and gray-blue;
• tourmaline – brown guard and beige undercoat;
• white unpainted;
• black – deep tone or with a bluish, purple tint.

In this case, we are talking specifically about natural colors. If we consider painted mink, then everything depends on the designer’s flight of fancy. There are fur coats that are orange, green, blue, and even color-blocked.

When purchasing a product, if you do not have your own information on how to choose the size of a mink fur coat, you should listen to the seller. But there are no special secrets here. Luxurious fur should “flow” over the figure and in no case be tight. At the same time, a mink fur coat should not dangle - neatness and style are encouraged in the style.

Knowing how to choose the right size of a mink coat, and having understood the specifics of expensive fur, you can safely go shopping. At the same time, it’s worth thinking about what to wear with such a spectacular and sophisticated thing!

Suitable accessories and add-ons include:

• Gold jewelry. Precious metals and luxurious fur look royal together.
• Leather shoes. Boots and ankle boots are matched to the tone of the fur coat - black to dark brown, white to fawn.
• Fur headdress. It is believed that a mink coat looks more impressive with a beret or hat made of the same fur. In warm weather, loose hair is allowed, but you should never combine mink with knitted hats.

Now that you have a mink coat in your wardrobe - how to choose a high-quality model is no longer a problem - you can feel comfortable in any cool weather and in any life situation.

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