Many men, in the old fashioned way, are accustomed to escaping frost and cold in nondescript parkas and down jackets. What if you add elegance to your wardrobe and opt for a men's sheepskin coat for 2017-2018? A properly selected sheepskin coat will not only highlight your impeccable taste, but will also become a fashionable accent in your look. Men mistakenly believe that the price tag can determine the quality of a thing: the higher, the better. This is not at all true; in my article I will try to talk as clearly as possible about all aspects related to the choice of a sheepskin coat.
How sheepskin coats are made
The sheepskin coat received such an interesting name because of a special method of processing leather - tanning. The process itself involves treating the skin with special substances that give it strength and ductility. The quality and properties of the material directly depend on this process. As you know, skin is organic, which is prone to rotting and decomposition; to prevent this from happening, you need a special composition that literally “preserves” it. It is very interesting that the tanning technology has been preserved since ancient times and to this day, the skin is salted before further processing. Everything happens in a special drying drum, where the same temperature is maintained. If all conditions are met correctly, you will get ideal leather for further production of sheepskin coats. Tanning substances themselves are divided into two categories: vegetable and synthetic. Of course, plant-based ones are much safer and practically do not cause allergies. For example, fish oil is used to obtain suede and a “velvet surface” of leather. But artificial chromium is used to produce velor from leather. The highest quality sheepskin coats are made in Russia, this is not surprising, since it is the birthplace of this top item.
Features and Benefits
In the new season 2016-2017, men's sheepskin coats are made from genuine leather of the best quality. The prototype of the modern sheepskin coat was the short fur coat, which women and men wore in Rus'. The peculiarity is that this is real men's clothing, offering a large selection of styles. A variety of modern models of sheepskin coats, shades, methods of leather dressing, as well as the use of artificial and natural fur create warm everyday outerwear.
The advantage is that it is easy to choose accessories for it: bag, hat, scarf, gloves, shoes. Classic sheepskin coats have a fur lining on the inside. It can be faux or natural fur. The sheepskin coat looks like a short jacket with a turn-down collar trimmed with fur. The classic style of sheepskin coat has buttons, pockets and stitched leather. This thing is one hundred percent capable of replacing a fur coat in winter, as it has a high heat-saving ability.
Materials for sheepskin coats
Often, the material for making sheepskin coats is genuine leather, but now artificial leather is often used. In order not to make a mistake and purchase a high-quality outerwear, you need to know all the types of material. Natural sheepskin. This is a classic material for making high-quality sheepskin coats. But there are different types of it, and each has its own disadvantages and advantages. For example, merino is a very fine wool, heavily padded, showing good warming abilities, but it sheds and “climbs” a lot. Another type, enterfino, has a thicker pile, but it is not very dense, wears well, and does not pull out. One of the obvious disadvantages is that it is not as warm as merino. A more “elite” type of sheepskin is considered Toscano, made from the skin of a special breed of sheep, characterized by softness, thin and fluffy pile, and the most expensive among all. Faux leather. Technologies make it possible to create an artificial imitation of animal skin, it turns out very natural and can be indistinguishable by sight. But, nevertheless, artificial leather has a lot of disadvantages: low warming ability, poor wear resistance. On the plus side, I can note the low cost and spectacular appearance, but this does not last long. If you want to buy a natural item, but doubt its authenticity, then do a test: drop water on the material, if the water is absorbed, then the sheepskin is natural, and if it drips, then the material is artificial. Goat skin. More budget options are made from goat skin. It is not very convenient to process, so many people refuse to use it. In addition, the fur is not dense; in such a sheepskin coat it will be too cold in frosty weather. Due to the natural growth of fur in a circle, a sheepskin coat made from goatskin will not always fit you well.
Selecting a sheepskin coat for your body type
Everyone is used to the fact that only women have different types of figures, but this is not so, the male figure is also divided into types. Some of them need correction, because with the help of clothes you can bring your appearance to the ideal. Triangular body type. This is the body type that all men strive for. Its characteristic features are: broad shoulders, a narrow pelvis and an absence of a belly. This is an athletic physique, some people have it genetically, but many achieve a similar shape in the gym. If you are the lucky owner of this particular type of figure, feel free to choose fitted styles of sheepskin coats to once again emphasize your athletic physique. The shape of the collar is very important; double-breasted ones visually expand the chest and shoulders. Rectangular body type. This is the most common type of male figure, which has approximately the same volume of shoulders, waist and hips, visually resembling a rectangle. There is good news, this type of figure is quite easy to bring closer to a triangular one, not only by playing sports, but also by choosing a sheepskin coat with decorative pads on the shoulders. Prefer sheepskin coats sewn like leather jackets, this way you will create a beautiful spread of the shoulders and narrow the bottom. Trapezoid. This type of figure is considered overweight, but men with a rectangle figure are especially prone to it after gaining excess weight. Visually, it’s the same rectangle, only with smooth edges. This requires correction; when choosing a sheepskin coat, make sure it is not fitted. With a loose fit and single-breasted collar, this is the perfect shearling coat for you. Try to purchase elongated options to mid-thigh, or even lower. Circle. This is the most difficult body type because fullness spreads throughout the body, while the width of the shoulders, hips and waist is approximately the same, and a “beer belly” is often present. The main task is to hide the fullness and visually elongate the silhouette. To do this, choose straight-cut sheepskin coats, always in a dark shade without a satin sheen.
Popular manufacturers
There are quite a lot of industries in Turkey that are famous for their quality sheepskin coats. Among them are:
Adamo
The company produces elegant, expensive sheepskin coats for men. Products are sewn according to patterns from Italy, and accessories and consumables are supplied from Europe and Canada. Adamo's men's sheepskin coats take prizes at world shows and are also widely known throughout the world.
Adamo produces various styles of sheepskin coats for men. Long and short, fitted and trapezoidal, in this company you can find a product for every taste. The manufacturer has its own factories for sewing sheepskin coats; the products contain many parts that are made by hand.
Vesutti
Unlike Adamo's sheepskin coats, Vesutti sews products from raw materials brought from Italy and Spain. This has a noticeable effect on the final result. The sheepskin coats are thin, soft and elegant.
Vesivio
The designers of this manufacturing company focus on the latest trends in world fashion. But at the same time, they introduce many unique details that make their men's sheepskin coats unlike any other Turkish brand. These are always elegant and unusual things that attract the buyer's eye in catalogs.
These are companies that represent expensive products. There are many manufacturers engaged in sewing sheepskin coats of lower cost, but no less interesting and high quality. Before purchasing, you should carefully examine store catalogs to choose exactly what you need.
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Men's sheepskin coat: selection criteria
In addition to its beautiful appearance, a sheepskin coat must have a number of quality indicators. This is very important, because outerwear should protect its owner from all negative manifestations of the weather: snow, wind and rain. Weight. It would seem that many people do not pay attention to this aspect, but in vain! Very often, manufacturers deliberately thin the leather in pursuit of a special design. The sheepskin coat looks very impressive, but its warming properties leave much to be desired. Remember that a high-quality sheepskin coat should not be light; the leather itself is quite heavy. Fur quality. Run your finger over the fur inside the sheepskin coat; if a noticeable mark remains, then the product is of high quality. Pay attention to the fact that all the fur should lie in only one direction; if this is not the case, then the sheepskin coat will not fit your figure well. Finishing edges and seams. An important point, look at all the seams for signs of glue, if you notice it, refuse to purchase, imitation leather is very common when I glue fur onto the material. This is very easy to check by palpating or shaking; an uncharacteristic crunch is heard. Such a “glued” sheepskin coat, when water gets on it, becomes wooden and it is almost impossible to remove it from this state. Check whether the sheepskin coat has double firmware; if it is single, the product will soon fail.
Appearance. Immediately do an external analysis of the sheepskin coat; if it looks wrinkled or unkempt, then this is probably not a high-quality option; try to touch and even smell the sheepskin coat as much as possible. If you smell a chemical smell, immediately refuse the purchase; at best, it will quickly become unusable; at worst, you will get an allergy; it is likely that you treated the leather with synthetic materials. Coloring. Be sure to check the quality of the coloring, otherwise you will be in for a big surprise when, with the first light rain, your sheepskin coat will fade, staining the rest of your items. To prevent this from happening, take a regular white napkin with you and rub it thoroughly over the surface of the sheepskin coat. The result will not take long to wait: if painted poorly, the napkin will become the color of a sheepskin coat. Fitting. One of the most important points when buying any thing. I know that men don’t like to spend a long time in the fitting room, so I advise you to look at the VilingStore product catalog, where you will quickly find a suitable, high-quality option.
Styles of sheepskin coats for men
So we smoothly come to the most fashionable part, namely the choice of style. There are several varieties of sheepskin coats and they look interesting in their own way, so go ahead and choose. Pilot. One of the most beloved sheepskin coats in the USA. It first appeared among airplane pilots more than 80 years ago; since then, the model has practically not changed its appearance. This sheepskin coat has a short style, straight cut and fastens with a zipper, it is very comfortable and does not restrict movement. The weight of the pilot sheepskin coat is quite heavy and is designed for harsh, frosty weather. Leather jacket. This version of a sheepskin coat is very similar to a classic leather jacket, only with fur on the inside. As a rule, this is a shortened version, suitable for athletic men with a triangular body type. The collar is double-breasted and the closure is always zippered. If desired, such a sheepskin coat can be worn even in a business look. Aviator. From the name it is already clear that this model migrated into the wardrobe from the military uniform of pilots. Initially, it was a light summer jacket, made of durable material, it was intended to protect its owner from the wind. Then it underwent modernization, since the cold weather set in and it was necessary to insulate it, they came up with the idea of making the interior trim with fur. The traditional aviator is made from brown leather with beige lining.
Bomber. This is a very sporty option for active men. It does not restrict movement at all; in this model you will feel 100% comfortable. The sheepskin coat is shortened, often with elastic bands at the bottom and on the sleeves, they help keep warm. A zipper is used as a fastener, this is very convenient if you need to quickly take off or put on a sheepskin coat. In addition to the main fashionable styles, it is also worth mentioning two types of cut: fitted and straight silhouettes. It is very important to understand what exactly is right for you. All straight-cut sheepskin coats model your figure well and can visually make you look slimmer. A fitted cut, on the contrary, helps to emphasize your figure; if you have an athletic build, then opt for it.
Quality and price
In terms of quality, sheepskin coats from Turkey are not inferior to similar models from Italian, French and German manufacturers. But at the same time, the price of the products is pleasantly lower than that of European competitors. That is why Turkish sheepskin coats are so in demand among representatives of the middle class from around the world.
Youth style
In addition, unlike European fashion houses, Turkish ones sew men's sheepskin coats from the skins of animals of their own breeding. This allows significant savings in production, which is well reflected in the final price of the product. Their products are not that expensive. Manufacturers from Turkey manage to very successfully export manufactured items to different countries of the world.
Warm sheepskin coat
In recent years, the quality of Turkish sheepskin products has improved significantly. Their only drawback is some roughness of workmanship and the bulkiness of the sheepskin coat itself. But this minus is more than compensated by its resistance to external influences and endurance to severe frosts. Numerous reviews from people who own a fashionable sheepskin coat from Turkey indicate that this is an excellent item that will delight you with its quality for several seasons in a row with proper care.
Color decor and print of men's sheepskin coats
Color is a very important aspect that can add personality to your look. For the winter season, almost everyone prefers dark shades: black or gray. I suggest you don’t get too hung up on it and try to diversify your wardrobe more by purchasing a sheepskin coat in green, dark blue or brown. Naturalness is in fashion, so avoid very bright things. You can choose a terracotta color scheme, an ideal choice, because it is as close as possible to natural coloring. You can experiment with color blocking, and try sheepskin coats that contain several color blocks. Print. There is no print as such on sheepskin coats, but the leather can have various patterns or imitate reptile skin. Try different variations that combine matte and glossy skin. Decor. The main decorative element in men's sheepskin coats is the clasp. These may be buttons of a non-standard shape or a zipper located obliquely. Various “aggressive decor” are welcome: rivets or spikes; not particularly suitable for an office dress code, but just right for everyday wear.
Fashion trends 2017-2018 in men's sheepskin coats
-combination of glossy surface with matte: -trimming of sleeves and collar with long fur; -natural colors, various shades of brown; -shortened versions of sheepskin coats; -decorative zippers and buttons of unusual shapes; - shoulder straps and overlays on sleeves and shoulders, military theme; - stand collar with knitted elements; -sports direction, various variations on the theme of bombers; - embossing on the skin, imitating reptile skin;
A sheepskin coat is stylish winter clothing; you will definitely feel good in it. In the 2017-2018 season, designers propose to rely on brutality and masculinity, which is why all kinds of semi-sports models are gaining particular popularity. As an office option, I recommend more classic options, they will make you look the most elegant.
Rules for choosing a fashionable look
It is necessary to observe fashion trends, but you should not follow them blindly. In accordance with the latest trends of the 2021 season, it is necessary to select a clothing style based on the individual characteristics of a person.
Simple and masculine style
So there are several generally accepted rules:
