Ah, this magical world of women’s most cherished dreams! One of the most coveted objects, without a doubt, is a mink coat. And not just any one, but “Black Lama”. Even without knowing all the features and distinctive characteristics, every woman is sure that she wants exactly her. What's special about it? Everything!
Mink is the most valuable and sought after raw material in the world. Silky and elastic guard hairs of approximately the same length and thick, uniform underfur are characteristic of this type of fur. Breeders from many countries are breeding hundreds of breeds of different colors and characteristics to please the fastidious and demanding consumer represented by the fair half of humanity. The undoubted leader in the pursuit of excellence for over a century has been the Black Lama brand.
Black glamor
This is what the transcription of this charming phrase looks like. In the original, the name was created from two parts: BLACK - black and GlaMA - Grate Lakes Mink Association (Great Lakes Mink Association). It turned out very glamorous, as evidenced by the galaxy of the greatest show business stars who took an active part in the grandiose advertising program back in the forty-first year of the last century.
As a reward for stars of such magnitude as Barbra Streisand, Bette Davis did not even have to change clothes, because the luxury item remained with its lucky owner. You can buy such skins at the American legend cooperative auction in Seattle.
Fashion trends
Each fashion collection offers a choice of several styles of black mink fur coats, each of which is incredibly beautiful. But at the same time, the most attractive and popular, oddly enough, is considered to be a blackglama fur coat with a simple straight or trapezoidal cut. It is in this form that mink fur looks most advantageous and attracts everyone's attention.
A-line fur coats with a hood, photos of reference models
A trapezoidal black mink coat usually has a short length (above the knee). As an additional accessory, there are wide leather belts that emphasize the waist. The fur product is very suitable for young girls and looks harmonious with both a pencil skirt and jeans.
One of the varieties of a trapezoidal fur coat with a hood is the “bat” style. The length of the product reaches mid-thigh, and wide sleeves and a belt at the waist emphasize feminine fragility.
Combined Blackglama fur coats and photos of dynamic images
Mink coats are luxurious in themselves, but their natural beauty can be emphasized even more by adding elements of other fur. The Blackglama short fur coat with a hood made of lynx, sable or chinchilla looks original.
The combination of leather and fur looks no less expensive. They are less common. As a rule, they are preferred by young, confident girls who want to express their individuality. One of the fashionable models is blackglama with inserts on the sleeves and hem made of python skin.
Mink coats with short sleeves photos of modern models
Classic models have long, straight or slightly flared sleeves at the bottom. But in more youthful versions there are also other styles. Short fur coats with almost completely absent sleeves, reminiscent of vests, have become a fashionable novelty in recent seasons. No less popular are 3/4 and 7/8 sleeves. The collections are replete with photos of models in short fur coats with short sleeves and long leather gloves.
Fur, hide, tailoring. Evidence of uniqueness
Not all North American mink skins bear this name. Only carefully selected ones that meet all the requirements fall into this category. The percentage of such fur is very small. Every year, about a hundred products from Black Llama mink are produced around the world. It is not surprising that the price for them cannot be called affordable. Only a select few can afford such luxury.
The color should be black with tints from dark chestnut to gray. This effect cannot be achieved by any modern method of coloring and tinting. The guard hair is short, level with the thick and padded underfur. Walking in the cold will keep you from freezing. The fur does not have a characteristic shine, it is matte, like velvet. The flesh is white or creamy, elastic, light, but dense. You don’t need to be a professional to admire the special mesmerizing beauty of a black “diamond” and make it stand out from the rest.
The manufacturer, proud of the legendary product, issues certificates and special labels to confirm authenticity.
So, what should a real mink look like?
- Firstly, this is, of course, the appearance of the fur - it is very shiny, almost black, with a slight chocolate-brown tint to the underfur.
- The guard pile of Blackglama is not much longer than the down, it protrudes literally 5 millimeters from the top. Therefore, such a mink looks “plush”, very soft both in appearance and to the touch (photo).
- The underfur of this type of mink is very thick and silky: if you pull it apart, you can hardly see the inner fur.
Price per brand? Or is it still a guarantee fee?
Like any exclusive, the “Black Lama” mink coat was not and will not be cheap. First of all, this item not only testifies to the impeccable taste of the owner, but also emphasizes her status. And the segment, protecting first of all its reputation, will never knowingly offer low-quality goods.
In turn, the quality of such fur is so high that it can withstand more than one dry cleaning. In addition, the product can be recut several times. It pleases with its magnificent appearance for up to ten seasons without changing its quality indicators. And the actual service life is up to 25 years.
What does a llama eat?
Photo: Lama China
Llamas are unpretentious in food and the amount of food they consume is small, which makes this animal even more convenient to keep for agriculture. The amount eaten per day is approximately eight times less than that of horses.
Llamas eat vegetation:
- shrubs;
- lichens;
- evergreen parastephya;
- baccharis;
- cereals.
These plants contain a large number of trace elements and minerals, which allows you to replenish the balance after hard physical labor. Llamas live in arid climates, so they get all their liquid from greens. It is important that their food contains a large amount of succulent foods so that they do not experience dehydration.
Among the llama's favorite delicacies, a special place is occupied by carrots, white cabbage, broccoli, oranges, especially their skins, and some other root vegetables and fruits. Llamas love to be treated to bread. Depending on the age of the llama, the diet may vary. Young individuals may prefer more succulent food, since they need a lot of water and vitamins for growth and normal development. The taste preferences of pregnant females also change greatly; they strongly depend on the missing substances in the individual’s body.
All domesticated llamas eat like other livestock species, such as sheep or goats. The main type of food is grass and hay. The weight of the daily food intake is approximately 1.8% of the individual’s weight. Llamas easily adapt to new varieties of grass, food and hay, which is why they are so easy to care for at home. The amount of clean water consumed is also small, only a couple to three liters per day. On particularly hot days, llamas may need more water, but this rarely happens in the mountains.
Llamas have a three-chambered stomach, so food that gets inside is very thoroughly digested. It also increases the ability to digest food in general, so that the animal can digest branches and other unexpected food.
Identify a fake? Easily!
You can check the originality of the product offered by the seller by looking at the label sewn on the front of the fur coat. On a white background, the brand name is depicted in black letters, and on the end there is an identification number, by which you can find out the authenticity on the official website.
On the reverse side of the sew-on label there are three stripes: red, yellow, blue. Moreover, now on the label under ultraviolet light you can see a hologram of blue characters in the form of the name of the unique fur.
It happens that not entirely honest factories, purchasing several skins at auction, sew similar labels on all their goods, deceiving buyers. In this case, you can expose the “businessman” according to certain signs:
- If the lining is sewn to the hem, then this is a clear sign that there is hidden underneath, either with traces of tinting after painting, or poor-quality tailoring.
- Real Black Llama fur is so thick that when you blow on it, it is impossible to see the white base. Otherwise, this indicates a fake.
- If you pinch the fur and pull, there should be no lint left in your hand. It is also recommended to rub the pile with a damp white cloth. If a dark spot remains, you should refrain from purchasing.
- If you run your palm against the fur, the perfect fur, like silk velvet, will take on its previous appearance, and the “pretender” will give himself away by ruffling himself.
- You can recognize a real fur coat by its price. A short product will cost approximately 3000 USD. e. And a long fur coat with a hood is about 10,000 USD. e. If they offer to pick it up cheaper, then it’s a fake.
How much does a black diamond cost?
As already indicated, black mink under the Blackglama brand is raised exclusively in North America. However, not every skin meets the strict selection criteria. As a result, there are very few products made from blackglame compared to products made from other furs, which significantly affects their cost. In foreign brand stores, the price of blackglama fur starts at $3,000. Russian stores sell fur coats in the range of 400,000 – 800,000 rubles.
Features of choosing a style
This type of mink is so self-sufficient that it does not require any intricate cut. Although famous couturiers from all over the fashion world are tirelessly experimenting in creating their collections, using chic fur. When looking for a Black Lama mink coat for yourself, you can count on classic styles:
- A fur coat has a straight cut, with a vent at the back or with slits on the sides, often with a belt.
- Swinger, flared downwards. Floor length looks especially impressive. Suitable for almost everyone, especially tall ladies.
- Jacket. Loose fit. Convenient for car ladies. Youth style.
- Cocoon. The skins are arranged crosswise. This shape is not suitable for plump and short women. Mainly an option for young people.
Stylish looks
A fur coat with:
- satin evening dress;
- stylish women's suit;
- tight trousers and a jumper.
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The main thing is not to cheapen the image yourself. Only expensive accessories and branded clothing are used.
The perfect headdress
It all depends on the style of the fur coat. If this is a youth model that can be combined even with jeans, for example a jacket, then you can safely choose a suitable knitted hat. A classic straight or swing fit is ideal when paired with a scarf. Fur hats can also be used to create a stylish look. But here it is important to follow the advice of, perhaps not a professional, but a person whose taste you can trust.
The market offers a large selection of mink products of different quality, color, style, in any price category, but after weighing all the pros and cons, any woman with the means will certainly choose the Black Lama fur coat. This is not a theorem, but an axiom.
What does a real Blackglama look like?
Now let's look at what distinctive features a real Blackglama should have. After all, this fur is one of the most expensive in the mink line, and therefore there are a great many people who want to fake it. Of course, you will be given a certificate for such a fur coat, but what is its authenticity? And are there other ways to recognize a fake?
What is Blackglama? Let's look at the photo!
