Astrakhan and broadtail coat

Outerwear made of natural fur has been in trend at all times and remains fashionable to this day. Elite designers with a worldwide reputation replenish their collections every season with stylish models of fur coats and coats made of mink, arctic fox, fox, sable, sheep, rabbit. But this season, coats made of natural fur of a special origin - astrakhan fur and broadtail - have gained particular popularity.

In fact, both of these materials are the curly fur of young Karakul sheep, only in the first case they are mature, and in the second - premature. How do products made of two types of fur differ from each other and what should girls know about the fashion trends of this season?

In appearance, the fur of astrakhan and broadtail is significantly different, and differences can be detected even with the naked eye:

1. Broadtail fur is smoother and shorter, does not differ in curls and fits snugly to the skin, while astrakhan fur is known for its elasticity of curls and forms a unique pattern on the surface of the skin. It is interesting that the curls of curls themselves can be of different shapes and their individual types are extremely valuable.
2. The color of the two types of fur is most often classic - black, but there are also instances of brown and gray shades.A feature of astrakhan fur is a smooth transition of shade from darker to lighter, but completely white fur can also be found. Broadtail is known for its variegated shade, which resembles velvet or silk in texture.
3. Astrakhan skins are 30 cm long and 20 cm wide. Astrakhan skins are much larger in volume and can vary from 50 cm square. up to 1100 sq. cm. Thus, it will be possible to obtain a finished product from valuable fur only if it is karakul.

Svakara is usually called a special type of expensive fur from which only the most elite products are made. This type of fur got its name in honor of the country of origin - Africa, or rather its southwestern part, which in English sounds like South-West Africa.

A distinctive feature of Swakara is a pronounced color that cannot be confused with any other. In addition, this fur has extraordinary quality and durability, which is not lost even after years of use. It is not strange that this type of fur has been actively used by eminent designers for tailoring coats, including Dolce & Gabbana and Kati Stern.

The main advantage of astrakhan fur is its extraordinary softness and excellent appearance.Due to the fact that the pile of astrakhan fur is short, both a lady with rather magnificent forms and a rather fragile person can afford to wear a product from it.

The thermal insulation properties of the material are at their best, so even in the most severe frosts in a coat made of astrakhan fur you will feel comfortable and protected. Curls of fur have a noticeable stiffness, so astrakhan products are also water-repellent. The thickness and strength of astrakhan gives products made from it a look that can be called elite.

It is clear that in order to feel all the delights of products made from real astrakhan fur, you need to learn how to distinguish it from a fake. When choosing a coat of astrakhan fur, you should remember a few rules:

1. Initially, you need to pay attention to the curls of the fur - the stronger they are, the more valuable the fur. It is also important to ensure that there are no bald spots on the entire surface of the product.
2. The smell of fur also says a lot about the quality. It should not be strong, but still present.
3. The lining fabric of the coat must be strong, otherwise the product will not last long. It is important that it is not too stretched over the product, otherwise it may break.
4. Decorative elements and accessories of the coat should also be of good quality. The quality of the fasteners should also be monitored.

When choosing the right style, it is important to focus on the features of the figure. Short girls should choose short models, while tall ladies can opt for more elongated models.

It is interesting that astrakhan coats are one of the few outerwear models that experts advise overweight ladies to choose, and all because the curls of the fur perfectly hide the volume.

In the fashion season 2016 - 2017, there is no definite trend regarding astrakhan coats. Regarding the color of the coat, we can say that the classic shades of black and brown have replenished this season with more noble golden, light blue, amber, platinum and steel.

No less popular are green, blue, red and orange colors.

The natural color of the fur is always noticeable on a real astrakhan coat, regardless of what color the model is painted in, and it is this feature that is so appreciated by manufacturers and consumers.

The styles can be different and, if desired, you can find fitted models that make the silhouette incredibly feminine, and classic styles that emphasize the elegance of the image.

The youth trend is trapezoidal cut styles, as well as flared and straight models with patch pockets and a hood. Coat models in which astrakhan fur is combined with broadtail fur look quite unusual. What other styles are relevant this season?

This model of astrakhan coat is ideal for the autumn-spring period. Interestingly, coats for a warmer off-season can even be made without sleeves, and then it can be supplemented with any kind of insulated long-sleeve items. Such models can be with double-breasted collars or stand-up collars. The fastener can go in the form of a snake or large buttons. A shortened coat can also be supplemented with a belt.

This coat is ideal for young ladies of a solid image, as well as for those who prefer a measured and calm lifestyle.It is interesting that such a coat model, although it is warmer, is chosen by young ladies much less often. This is due to the fact that it is less practical and this is especially noticeable in autumn.

It's hard to believe, but in order to look elegant, stylish and luxurious, it is not at all necessary to purchase a coat consisting entirely of astrakhan fur. You can also purchase a model where only the collar of the product is trimmed with this fur itself. The rest of the product can consist of any dense material: drape, cashmere, wool, mohair, tweed and others. Often, not only the collar, but also other parts of the product, such as sides and trims, can be trimmed with astrakhan fur.

When choosing the perfect combination with a karakul coat, one should take into account the fact that karakul is a rich and solid fur and other things should be appropriate. You should not combine such a model with a knitted headdress or scarf, but it is better to opt for the same solid hats and collars.

It is ideal to combine with such coats elements of clothing, designed in casual style. These can be knee-length skirts or dresses of the same length. As for shoes, it is better to abandon the now popular ugg boots and give preference to leather boots, preferably high ones.

An image with an astrakhan coat can only be called stylish when it is complemented by a properly selected bag.From large bags made of non-natural materials and with long handles, designed to carry the accessory on the shoulder, it is better to refuse immediately.

The classic model of a bag made of matte leather or suede will be the perfect complement to the astrakhan look. It is worth considering that choosing a handbag to match the color of shoes is now completely optional. Now you can focus on the shade of the coat, giving preference to purple, gray, coral, caramel and brown colors.