The most discerning fashionista will not refuse an elegant and elegant white mink coat. The worship of men and the envy of women in this case are simply guaranteed! It’s not a sin to wear a white mink coat down the aisle, to a gala dinner or other social event. And if you want to be chic every day - go for it. Designers have developed many models with white mink fur for daily use. This choice can be called truly royal! It is impossible to imagine a more stylish and elegant clothing for cold weather than a white mink coat.
Dazzling Splendor
Every girl can choose a product made from white mink. The photos in the article show that they come in different lengths and styles. Some people think that this is not the best choice for everyday wear, but if you choose the right shade, you can shine not only on holidays. Such products are especially popular among Russian beauties, because our country is famous for its mink furs.
They came into fashion in the 30s of the 20th century. Hollywood stars were able to advertise these white fur things well. This inspired girls and women all over the world to purchase attractive outfits in the form of light white fur coats, boleros, and capes. For a century now, a white mink fur coat has remained in trend and is present in many designer collections. The photos presented in the article prove its following advantages:
- has special sophistication and elegance;
- suitable for special occasions;
- has no age restrictions, suitable for young beauties and older ladies;
- has “rejuvenating” properties;
- gives a feeling of comfort and coziness;
- perfectly retains heat in cold weather;
- is particularly light;
- can last many seasons.
Variety of shades
Pure white mink is a Hetlung breed, but there are many others with a yellowish tint. These breeds are obtained by crossing animals with albinos. Some girls are afraid to buy a white fur coat because they are afraid that it will turn yellow. There are such cases. But this problem can be solved. After all, you can initially buy a product with some shade, for example, yellowish, gray or blue. The snow-white version of the fur coat is suitable for festive occasions. This could be a wedding, a trip to the theater, a presentation. This product requires special care and caution.
An interesting option for white, only with a slightly muted tone, is the pearl coat. It is as catchy as white, only a little less elegant. An even more practical option is cream. On such a fur coat, yellowing is least noticeable. Some girls prefer models with a gray or blue tint. A powdery tone with a slightly pink tint is very romantic and delicate.
Long models
Long white mink coats always remain relevant. Photos of such models clearly show that they can be floor-length or slightly covering the knees. This is a very solid purchase. Most often they are bought by older ladies. Such a thing is truly status-worthy; not every product can compare with its chic and elegance. Reviews of white mink indicate that the most popular among long fur coats are the following models:
- long “french jacket” under the belt and with slits on the sides;
- classic straight model with a one-piece cut;
- coat with a hood and long sleeves;
- A-silhouette;
- “tulip” with wing-shaped sleeves;
- model with a flared hem (“Cleopatra”).
Chic cropped items
White mink coats are becoming increasingly popular. Young active girls especially love them. Such products well emphasize the charms of the figure. White short mink can be combined with many wardrobe items. Straight and flared short models up to the hip are in demand today. Very short fur coats down to the waist look attractive. Such things are more practical than long ones. The name “autolady” was chosen for this style. The short, warm model is suitable for most of the winter period.
Models with a hood
Leading positions on fashion catwalks today are occupied by white mink fur coats with a hood. Lovers of voluminous hairstyles and long hair do not like to wear hats, because under them the hairstyle loses its appearance. Such fashionistas stop their attention on a fur coat with a hood. This helps you not to worry about your hairstyle. Mink fur has a low, lush pile with a thick undercoat, which will not allow you to freeze even in the most severe frosts. Hoods can be deep or shallow. Volume hoods retain heat well and protect hair.
When purchasing a mink coat complete with a hood, consider the following points:
- The price for such a product will be slightly higher than usual, because more material will be consumed.
- When storing, the hood must be raised so that it does not crush the fur on the shoulders.
- Leftover skins are used to sew hoods. Before purchasing, you should inspect the product to see if there are any differences between the shades of the fur coat and the hood.
It is worth noting that such mink models do not require any unnecessary decorative additions.
Features of white sheared mink
Women do not always think only about the warmth and comfort of fur, but also about beauty. A white item made from sheared mink looks very presentable. These things are very smooth and shiny. Do not confuse this type with plucked fur; these are two different technologies. The word “haircut” implies the formation of a pile of the desired length. The fur loses its stiffness and acquires the same structure. Sometimes the mink pile is cut to eliminate defects and damage on the surface.
A white fur coat is already aesthetically pleasing in itself, but with this treatment it becomes even more neat. This product is famous for its even and smooth surface with a dark tint. You will immediately notice the luxury and high cost of such a thing. Here are three benefits of sheared fur:
- Ability to create a variety of patterns on products.
- Polishing creates a noble and rich shine.
- Fur coats are light, practical and durable.
Sheared mink has one characteristic feature - when you touch it, it tingles your hand. This indicates that this is real fur. Often white products with cut pile are complemented by collars or hoods made of other types of fur. The lush fur of sable, beaver, and arctic fox harmonizes perfectly with the trimmed pile of the mink. The leaders in products with sheared fur are elongated mink models.
What causes yellowness in a light fur coat?
If storage conditions are not met, worn carelessly or under the influence of unfavorable external factors, the product may lose its whiteness, shine and radiance, and acquire a dusty yellow tint. Unfortunately, you can't always cope with it, but it's worth a try. First you need to determine why the fur coat turned yellow.
Common causes of yellowness:
- low-quality or fake fur;
- long frequent trips in the car, heated seats;
- using a seat belt, wearing accessories;
- exposure to direct sunlight and ultraviolet rays;
- improper storage;
- excess humidity;
- stains and dirt;
- traces of hands and sweat;
- contact with cosmetic and perfumery products;
- product service life is too long.
The most fashionable styles
What else, besides the classics, have designers prepared for fashionistas from white mink fur? A very tempting, versatile and relevant style is urban minimalism. In this direction, styles have been developed that resemble a men's straight coat to the knee. These fur coats have no collar or cuffs. A straight mink coat, not overcrowded with details, is a model of elegance. Such a simple silhouette reveals the beauty of fur well.
Another original design solution for creating white fur coats is the cross-section of the fur fabric. The so-called cross fur coats are a product made from strips. They can be narrow or wider. Lay out such strips in a horizontal position. Such a white thing looks like a whole canvas. The seams are completely invisible.
One of the new silhouette ideas is the “bat”. The emphasis in this model is on the extended shoulder line and the cut of the sleeves, which resembles the wings of the aforementioned animal. These models are slightly tapered at the bottom and have a delicate collar. Additional decor is inappropriate for this style.
A fur coat in the Chanel style will be a particularly festive option for a white fur coat. This model is made from solid uncut fur in a transverse gather. There are specimens without collars or with a stand-up collar. A special decoration of such fur coats is the unusual three-quarter sleeve. Girls love to wear beautiful high gloves under them. It is appropriate to decorate such an elegant fur coat with a large brooch or a chic belt.
The above styles of white fur coats are suitable for slender ladies. But what about the owners of curvaceous figures? Don’t be upset, the designers took care and developed “butterfly” fur coats. They feature luxurious sleeves and an A-line cut. Various decorative elements look very organic on such models. They are decorated with voluminous collars and boas, cuffs, original hoods, and hem trim. A white butterfly fur coat with a black collar looks original.
A rather convenient model that is increasingly gaining popularity is the transformable fur coat. Such products have some elements that come unfastened, which completely changes the thing. If necessary, you can unfasten the hood. Some models have a detachable hem or sleeves. Thus, the fur coat turns into a fashionable white vest.
Long and short fur coats with a belt are particularly feminine. The latter highlights the waist and makes the product more elegant. The belt can be made not only of fur, but also of leather and other materials.
Girls with a good figure choose fitted white fur coats. All the advantages of the housewife will be emphasized by such a white mink product. This is perhaps the most elegant and feminine option. For several seasons, very fashionable original fur coats-dresses, which have a lush flared hem and a fitted top. Most often they are complemented by a chic hood. This option is especially suitable for those with slender legs. It will give the young coquette a touch of special grace. In this model, the girl looks a little more summery; the flying look does not look bulky or baggy.
Another fashionable style of recent seasons is the “balloon” fur coat. This fur coat is gathered at the waist and bottom with a drawstring. Elegant business beauties are happy to choose this sexy and feminine model.
Some girls prefer original light coats with a zipper. On the one hand, such a fastener will forgive the model a little, and on the other hand, it will make it original. The zipper looks especially cool if the mink fur is combined with leather. Most often, locks are used for short models of the “autolady” type.
Whitening fur coats with special store-bought products
Fur clothing can be cleaned no more than once a season so that it does not lose its original appearance. There are drugs that can quickly restore the whiteness of your favorite item. Remember that you can use them only after cleaning your outer clothing from dirt.
Magic Snow liquid, manufactured in Germany, is designed to remove yellowness from white mink fur. The product is diluted with warm water in a ratio of 1:4, poured into a spray bottle and shaken. Then spray on the yellowed areas of the pile. The fur coat is hung out to dry, periodically smoothing and combing. An alternative to dry cleaning is Biofur thick soap. It eliminates yellowness and restores shine, allowing you to restore the whiteness of fur within half an hour.
If all else fails, try tinting your fur coat. Spray aerosol Furasol will serve to return the snow-white color. It is easy to apply and dries within a day. Excess paint is removed from the pile with a dry cloth. When using chemicals, test them first on a small, inconspicuous area of clothing.
Don't be upset if you can't return your favorite item to its snowy whiteness. Contact a specialist bio-dry cleaner or fur atelier. They have in their arsenal many modern non-aggressive products for cleaning and bleaching natural furs. At your request, they will tint or dye the fur in a different shade - and your wardrobe will sparkle with new colors.
Combination with other shades and furs
Every woman wants to look slim in a fur coat, so she chooses short pile (cut mink). This fur allows designers to create real masterpieces, because it can be combined with other furs. Thus, white mink coats with a hood can be trimmed with silver fox, sable, and lynx fur. This has been a trend in recent seasons. These furs have a longer pile than mink, so the combination looks interesting.
A chic collar, pockets and cuffs can be made from other fur. Often such inserts come in a different color: black, dark gray, brown. Inserts made of sable in contrasting tones look especially chic on a white mink coat, because this is an even more expensive fur.
Products with a combination of white fur and other shades look original. The most common option is white and black. Inserts of a different color will help emphasize some features of the figure. A neutral ensemble would be a combination of white and gray. Ash color will make the design of a white item more fascinating. Contrasting belts are sometimes offered for such fur coats.
What types of white sheepskin coats are there?
To attract attention, but not shock others, you can buy a beautiful white sheepskin coat. A white mink short fur coat will be an excellent solution for the cold period. Despite the neutral color, any woman will look impressive and elegant in such a short fur coat.
The white sheepskin coat in the photo is made from rabbit. Such charming items can be purchased by those who like to regularly update their wardrobe. New technologies make it possible to produce high-quality hare furs. It looks very noble and is not inferior in sophistication to its more expensive counterparts.
How to choose and what to wear with
When choosing a white mink coat, you are guided by your taste; there are no special rules. It's just worth paying attention to some nuances. To purchase a quality item, contact a brand store with good reviews. So, the most reliable way to determine the naturalness of a fur product is to run your palm across it “against the grain.” With natural fur, the pile immediately falls into place. Pay attention to the villi, they should not differ in length. If you like to wear dresses and skirts, then pay attention to a long light fur coat. Short and medium fur coats are suitable for lovers of trousers and jeans. Pay attention to the cut, because mink fur is always honorable. Here are the main signs of a high-quality mink coat:
- shiny, flowing, iridescent wool;
- thick elastic pile;
- professional durable painting;
- soft skin, no cracks;
- a small number of seams.
You can choose many fashionable combinations for a white mink coat. Such a bright thing attracts attention. There is no need to complicate it too much with accessories. This item with a white knitted hat and scarf will create a gentle and romantic look. This look will be complemented by original openwork mittens or gloves. The bag will suit white or black. Small handbags or clutches are suitable for “autolady” models. Check out two fashionable looks for a white fur coat:
- Black tight pants or leggings, an original belt, white leather gloves, red lipstick, hair tied up in a high bun or ponytail.
- White fur coat with short sleeves in the Chanel style, black knitted dress, high boots, patent leather clutch.
It should be noted that gold jewelry is perfect for such outfits. It is better to choose boots to match the color of the fur. In addition to hats, you can wear plain hats and berets.
Things to remember
- Methods for dry cleaning white products: talc; semolina; potato starch; wheat bran; carpet beater (cracker).
- Methods for wet cleaning of white products: potato starch and gasoline; hydrogen peroxide (perhydrol) and ammonia; table salt and ammonia; animal shampoo; technical alcohol (denatured alcohol) and ammonia; safe cleaning agent for fur products “Biofur”.
- Factors influencing product damage: improper storage; old pollution; aromatic sprays; wrong neighborhood; cosmetical tools; mole.
Reviews of white mink coats
Happy owners of white mink coats note their special magical ability to attract the gaze of passers-by. Girls are advised to decide on such a purchase only after realizing all the disadvantages of white. Light-colored products tend to turn yellow in the sun. It is impossible to prevent such a process. A very high-quality product shows yellowness after 3-4 years. A less high-grade item may turn yellow after 2 years.
It is recommended to take a natural white fur coat to a special dry cleaner at least once or twice a season. The most important thing for such a product is storage. Buyers are advised to purchase a good dark fabric cover and moth protection. Such a fur coat needs freedom, the absence of heat and light. If possible, it is better to store a white mink coat in the refrigerator.
Some girls note that the snow-white tone of mink is very capricious, so it is better to buy a fur coat in the color of pastel, lavender, melted ice, or palomino. Such shades already contain a drop of yellowness, so they are not afraid of the yellowing process. Buyers are advised to purchase such an item on sale, because real fur is an expensive pleasure.
How to determine the fur quality of a white mink coat
There are many colors of this stunning fur. The cheapest is walnut, followed by dark brown, red, honey, black, beige and blue. The next price category is the so-called “cross coats” - when the pile is dark and the undercoat is light. And the most expensive options today are white and black diamond. Diamond mink is a natural blue-black fur color. To understand whether the fur is colored, you need to look at the skin. If the raw material has not been dyed, it will remain white.
Among all the variety of colors, a mink coat made in white will be the most expensive option. This is because this is the only color that cannot be achieved by dyeing. For such a product, the skins must be of high quality, ideally matching in color and pile length.
To determine the quality of fur, you need:
- Assess the appearance of the pile - everything is simple here, as in human hair, if it is the fur of a healthy animal, then it will shine and shimmer. The villi should be elastic, but not prickly, and not too soft;
- Check the softness of the skin - you just need to crumple it in your hands and let go, high-quality, not overdried skin will straighten out immediately. You need to “listen” to the skin - if it is overdried, it will make a crunching sound;
- Inspect the fur for creases and bald spots. All fibers should be the same length and face the same direction. If you run your hand against the direction of the fur, it should immediately return to its original position.
Of course, a pearl white mink coat is not an everyday option, however, for special occasions, it can be in the wardrobe.
And if a dark-colored product is already in the fashionista’s arsenal, then you can safely purchase a light-colored copy.
Everyone knows that snow-white fur can become yellow over time.
To avoid this, experts advise choosing light fur in warm shades, these are colors such as:
- Pearl
- Milky white
- Cream
- crushed ice
- Pastel
These colors, in their composition, initially have a yellowish pigment, so they will last longer than products in cold shades.
