Finnish women's clothing

Since the times of the USSR, for Russian people, Finnish clothing has always been associated with a sign of quality. It was not easy to get a Finnish down jacket, they were expensive - like good natural fur coats. Nowadays, there is no problem in buying a Finnish jacket or down jacket, but the demand for them is still very high.

The secret of the popularity of women's clothing from Finland lies in several factors:

• This country has a similar climate to Russia, and the winters are just as severe. Therefore, for tailoring down jackets, they use only the best insulation and high-quality, wear-resistant materials that can withstand frosts below -30C.
• Finnish outerwear is not only very warm, but also highly environmentally friendly. This is due to the legislation of the country - production that is harmful to the environment is prohibited in Finland.
• This garment is easy to care for. It is light, wearable, and, thanks to the special processing of materials, has excellent dirt and water repellency.
• Finnish down jackets are not from a cheap price segment, but their prices are fully justified by their quality, in addition, manufacturers often arrange pre-holiday and seasonal sales.

All this gives the products of Finnish manufacturers a great advantage over competitors - Italian, Turkish, Canadian and Chinese, and allows you to maintain a significant place in the Russian outerwear market.

Between Finnish clothing for women, winter or demi-season, and high quality, there is always an equal sign.

When choosing a thing from a manufacturer from this country, pay attention to how the seams are made. They are not only carefully stitched, but also glued with a special composition that improves the water-repellent properties of the fabric.

Even with many protective features, Finnish winter clothing remains very light. It can be voluminous, but at the same time it does not hamper movements at all, it can be folded to a quite compact size and not wrinkled. It is distinguished by strength, wear resistance and beautiful appearance.

For their products, Finnish manufacturers select the highest quality, hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly materials.

In the production of knitwear, only 100% natural cotton, linen or wool is used, which makes the fabric very hygroscopic and skin-friendly. In the production of outerwear, cotton, polyester and polyamide are used both in pure form and in various percentages that determine the properties of the fabric.

Despite water-repellent impregnations, the fabric from which most Finnish down jackets are made does not create a "greenhouse effect" and allows the skin to breathe. The whole secret is in a special technology that has been rapidly developing in recent years. It lies in the fact that when a polytetrafluoroethylene film is applied to the surface of the fabric, a special type of membrane is formed. Membrane fabric acquires the ability to release internal evaporation to the outside, while at the same time completely preventing external moisture from passing inside.

Currently, there are many varieties of membranes - non-porous, porous and combined. Each manufacturer strives to claim the improved properties of their fabrics.But when choosing a membrane jacket, down jacket or overalls, you should pay attention to the insulation - it must be natural. With synthetic insulation, the membrane loses its "magic" properties and turns into a "greenhouse film".

Finnish outerwear manufacturers mainly use natural or artificial down as insulation. The down of arctic birds has remarkable heat-saving and hygroscopic properties. It does not fall off and the thing retains its shape for a long time, but at the same time it is difficult to wash it at home. It is better to dry-clean products on natural fluff, besides, fluff can cause an allergic reaction.

Unlike natural, artificial down is hypoallergenic. It is favorably distinguished from its predecessor, synthetic winterizer, by its lightness, increased heat capacity and environmental friendliness. Things on artificial fluff can be washed at home.

In terms of performance, modern isosoft insulation is not inferior to down. Recently, many Finnish brands have been actively turning to it in their production. Thin fibers of isosoft, forming balls, perfectly retain heat without preventing moisture from evaporating. With a large number of layers, isosoft jackets can withstand frost down to -25C.

The size range of Finnish-made outerwear has its own characteristics. When choosing a jacket or down jacket for adults, you should know that the difference with Russian sizes is 6-7 positions, i.e. our size 48 has 40-42, depending on the style and manufacturer. Therefore, before making a purchase in an online store, it is better to consult with the seller or read reviews about this brand.

Like most domestic and European brands, the Finns sew outerwear up to sizes 54-56 (50 on the tag). But there are separate companies that focus on the production of stylish and high-quality plus size clothing.

Children's things differ, as a rule, in their large size. With the specified size of 80cm, the thing can fit a child 86-90cm. In general, Finnish children's clothing is designed for large and strong children.

Often on the tags there are letter indices indicating the physique:

B - thin;

B1 - thin and tall;

C - normal;

OS - low, normal;

OD - full;

E - full and low.

Russian women have long appreciated many types of Finnish-made clothing. First of all, it is, of course, down jackets. They are represented by a wide variety of models - shortened and elongated, sports, with original prints and a wide variety of colors. Such down jackets are always a great choice for those who are not indifferent to fashion.

You should choose a down jacket based not only on your style preferences - long for lovers of the classics, shortened for a sporty lifestyle, but also on the climatic conditions in which you live. Remember that no matter how warm the winter in your area is, you need to choose a model under which you can easily wear warm clothes - thick pants and a voluminous sweater.

Demi-season clothing from Finland is designed for temperatures from +5 to -8C, which coincides with the weather in the off-season in most regions of Russia. It is lighter and thinner than winter models; as a rule, synthetic winterizer is used as a heater.Collections of jackets and raincoats are very diverse, and meet all the requirements of style and quality.

Finnish sports overalls can be called legendary. Quality, strength, durability, simplicity and ease of care and storage make them leaders among other manufacturers.

More than 100 outerwear manufacturers are registered in Finland. Russian buyers have long been familiar with brands such as Maritta, Luhta and many others.

• Maritta produces women's clothing not only in standard, but also in large sizes.

• Luhta is famous for its national Alaska jackets; this brand has been around for over 100 years.

• The most famous and recognizable brand from Finland all over the world was and remains the Marimekko brand, which differs from other manufacturers in catchy and even eccentric collections with bright colors and large bold prints.

• Skila designers focus on sportswear and casual style

• The Reima brand produces clothing aimed not just at athletes, but at extreme sports enthusiasts. A feature of their models is the presence of reflective elements.

• Every self-respecting skier wants to own a Finn Flare or Green Hill suit.

• Kerry produces great outerwear for children, taking into account all the wishes of little customers and their parents - it is not only comfortable to run and play in, but also easy to wash and store.

• JahtiJakt occupies a unique segment - it produces clothes for hunting, fishing and tourism, not forgetting that these hobbies are not only for men, but also for women

• Wellensteyn jackets are designed for the harshest and longest winters.

• Joutsen down jackets will always delight fashionistas with trendy shades and stylish styles.