What kind of animal is a marmot and what kind of fur coats does it make? Photo review of models
A marmot fur coat is a chic outfit for successful women. Flowing, soft fur combined with the natural colors of the fur provide you with a stylish look. But in addition, the properties of fur will provide you with warmth and comfort!
What kind of animal is this marmot? The marmot is a rodent from the squirrel family. In nature, there are about 15 species of them, differing in habitat and appearance. They are quite large animals in size. Their weight, depending on the type, varies from 2 to 10 kg, and the length of the body varies from 35 to 70 cm.
These animals have an oval body, long hind legs and short front legs. The closest relatives of marmots are gophers, and more distant relatives are squirrels. What they have in common with the latter is the quality of their fur - both have thick and long fur, have a warm, soft undercoat and sparse guard hairs. Therefore, a marmot fur coat is beautiful, light and pleasant to the touch.
The coloring of different species differs slightly depending on their habitat . The fur can be either plain or with a contrasting colored head, belly and cheeks. The color of the coat varies from yellowish-gray to dark brown, almost black.
Marmots live exclusively in the Northern Hemisphere, in the steppe and mountainous regions of Eurasia and North America. They live in large colony families in deep holes dug by themselves. During the warm season, the animals are active, and during the cold period they hibernate, which is considered the longest in the animal world and can last from 5 to 9 months, depending on the climate. Only a persistent increase in soil and air temperature can awaken a marmot. This feature of the animal became the basis of the famous holiday celebrated annually in the United States - Groundhog Day.
What kind of fur does a groundhog have? How is it different from mink?
Solid marmot fur is smooth, shiny, has hard guard hairs, soft down, and in appearance resembles nutria skin. It is quite difficult to process, so it is made using a special technology. The color of the fur depends on the type of animal. It can be yellowish-gray, silver-gray, brown, reddish-red, brown. Designers rarely use natural coloring—mostly, marmot fur is dyed during production.
After processing using a special technology, marmot fur becomes very similar to mink fur . In order to achieve such similarity, the guard hairs are completely removed from the marmot skin and dyed. It is very difficult to visually distinguish such skin from natural mink fur. But, if you take a good look and feel it, you can draw some conclusions:
• the fur of a marmot is hard, bristling, and when you touch it you feel a tingling sensation - the fur of a mink is tougher, not prickly; • the villi of a marmot's fur have different lengths - in a mink they are all the same in length; • the underfur of a marmot is soft, reminiscent of cotton wool - on a mink skin the underfur is thick and harsh; • at a bend, the marmot's fur bristles - the mink is very plastic.
Due to this treatment, products made from marmot fur acquire a very beautiful appearance, but wearability only suffers from this. The guard hair protects the fur from getting wet and from dirt. After its removal, the structure of the inner layer is disrupted and the hair follicles are significantly weakened . If a marmot fur coat gets wet or becomes heavily soiled, its service life will be significantly reduced. With proper care, products made from marmot fur will last for 4-5 seasons.
The price of a marmot fur coat is distinguished by its democratic nature. Any fashionista who dreams of such a beautiful fur coat can afford it, because the price for the product starts from 400 USD. Of course, the price can be higher, it all depends on the manufacturer and the popularity of the brand, and if you have the desire and opportunity to purchase a designer product, then you will have to pay many times more for a fur coat.
Fashionable colors and shades of marmot fur coats
The color of the fur coat depends on the species of the marmot.
• The American Groundhog has reddish-brown fur with subtle gray streaks. • East Siberian marmot - the color of its fur coat is not uniform, since the back of this animal is dark and its belly is golden brown. • Alpine marmot - can be black, red, light brown and gray. The undercoat on such a coat will be wavy. • Vancouver Marmot - its coats are black or brown. • Alaskan marmot - short, gray fur. • Olympic marmot - products from this species have a non-uniform color of varying intensity from dark to light brown, sometimes with white splashes.
Designers love to work with dyed marmot fur in various colors, so you can often find fur coats in red, burgundy and other bright colors.
Main differences
There are seven main fundamental differences between these two furs:
- 1. A mink has the same length of all hairs, but a marmot has long guard hairs. Of course, when they want to pass off a marmot as a mink, the guard hairs are removed.
- 2. After removing the guard hairs, the marmot will look more like a mink. But to the touch such fur will be much softer than real mink - like cotton wool, because the marmot has a very soft underfur.
- 3. Stroke the fur against the direction of hair growth. The mink will recover instantly, and the marmot will remain disheveled.
- 4. Durability. Clothes made from mink can last up to 10 seasons, and from marmot - 3-4.
- 5. Marmot fur will only warm you down to –10°C. And the mink will protect you from severe frosts.
- 6. Differences in color. The marmot, painted to look like mink, has shades of purple and blue. The mink is light and shiny, without any shimmer.
- 7. Based on the price, you will understand where the marmot is and where the mink is. The latter costs much more.
Popular styles of marmot fur coats
Models of marmot fur coats are very diverse, so choosing a style that matches your height and figure is not difficult.
• Trapezoidal model. This model comes in different lengths and cuts. A short, slightly above the hips A-line with short sleeves is suitable for short, petite girls. With such a fur coat, you can wear leggings or a short, tight-fitting skirt and high-heeled shoes. Long trapezoids are suitable for those with a thick figure. This style will make you look slim.
• A straight-cut fur coat just below the knees. This style is suitable for both plump and slender girls. Designers recommend wearing high heeled boots and short skirts under such a fur coat.
• A short, straight fur coat, length to the hip line, is suitable for slender young girls with long legs. With a marmot fur coat of this style, you can wear jeans, tight-fitting skirts or trousers of the same style. The shoes are suitable for different heights and with or without heels. Leather or suede boots for this style will also be a wonderful addition.
Particularly popular are marmot fur coats with hoods that complement these products and, as a rule, have a medium length. If you don't put them on your head, they look like a beautiful collar.
How to choose a fur coat from a marmot
To avoid getting into trouble when choosing a fur coat, you need to learn to distinguish natural fur from artificial fur. So, let's learn how to buy:
• Branded fur coats must have a tag containing information about the manufacturer and the rules for caring for the product. • You definitely need to try on a fur coat and listen to the sound that comes from it while taking it off and putting it on. If this is a quiet rustling sound, everything is in order, but if the sound is more like a crunch, then the product is of poor quality and may be sewn from stretched skins. Such a fur coat does not retain heat well and its service life is much reduced. • When examining the inside, pay attention to the seams. They must be of high quality, without omissions. The flesh should be soft, uniform, light in color. If there is a yellow or brown tint, then the product is made from old skins. • If the fur coat is made from dyed marmot fur, then to check the quality, it is advisable to run a white piece of cotton fabric along its entire length. If the flap is dyed, the product is not worth buying - it was dyed incorrectly. If the technology is followed, the product does not leave traces of paint even when in contact with a wet cloth. • To determine the quality of the dressing, you need to run your hand over the skin against the grain. If the pile quickly falls into place, the sandpaper is of high quality. You can also find bald spots that should never exist. The fibers should lie parallel, without sticking together. • The woodchuck should not have uniform pile height over the entire surface. Normally, its fur is not uniform in length.
Features of marmot fur
Marmot fur is difficult to process, so it is dyed and dressed using special technology. After special processing, it visually becomes similar to mink fur. These types of fur are difficult to distinguish from each other even close up. However, if you look at them in more detail, you will notice that the marmot’s villi are shorter and more heterogeneous, and the underfur is soft to the touch, similar to cotton wool. The pile is sharp, so when you run your hand over the surface of the skin, you feel a slight tingling sensation.
The color of the fur depends on the type of rodent. There are such shades as yellowish and silver-gray, brown, reddish-red, brown. When producing fur products, the natural color is rarely left behind. As a rule, this fur is dyed. A description of such pile is not enough to understand what it looks like. In the photo above you can see how beautiful the marmot's fur is.
Owner reviews
Fashionistas who have already purchased marmot fur coats first of all note its attractive price. The beauty and elegance of these products were also highly appreciated.
Among the shortcomings, there is quite rapid wear, especially in places where the fur is rubbed faster than in other areas - sides, sleeves, pockets.
Although the ability to retain heat in marmot fur coats is not very high and will not help in bitter frosts, in the cold autumn and early spring any fashionista can afford to show off in this elegant product.
Features and Benefits
Marmot fur was used for fur coats back in Rus'. It was used not only to make fur coats, but also to trim clothes and make hats. Currently, fashionistas choose this fur because it looks very feminine and gentle, and at the same time expensive.
Since the animal is located in warmer regions, this is why fur coats made from it are less light than those made from mink. For some time, such a fur coat was bought more likely for the demi-season and weather no colder than -10. Now manufacturers offer not only clothed options suitable for autumn and spring, but also more insulated models that can withstand fairly good cold temperatures, down to about -20.
This fur coat is suitable for those who like to change their wardrobe often, but at the same time like quality and saving money.
Similarity to mink: advantage or disadvantage?
Since marmot fur coats are very similar to cross-cut mink coats, you should be extremely careful when choosing. Young ladies who like to pamper themselves with luxurious new things will do well to learn to distinguish between these options. It's actually not particularly difficult. Even photos in catalogs often show a significant difference between these models.
First of all, you need to remember how marmot fur differs. These fur coats have:
- villi of various lengths;
- unusual texture even in a cropped version;
- unique elasticity of the material.
That is why these models look very original and unique. As for mink, in this design, products that look very similar to the previous version turn out to be smoother. Expert reviews indicate that the villi are of identical length. It is these details that ladies rarely pay attention to that will allow you to distinguish completely different products from each other. By the way, it is sheared marmot fur that is most often passed off by unscrupulous sellers as a more expensive option.
Plus size models
A marmot fur coat, like a mink coat, will be an ideal choice for a plump girl. Also a good option for girls with curvy figures would be a fur coat made of short pile, straight cut and simple tailoring without unnecessary details. Such a fur coat will look very beautiful and stylish, and will not spoil your figure, but will only emphasize your advantages.
If you have an hourglass figure, then a straight-cut fur coat will look beautiful. The main thing is that the fur coat is a little loose and does not restrict movement.
How to choose
To choose a good marmot fur coat, before buying, you should inspect the fur of the fur coat itself. A fur coat with poor and low-quality fur will serve very little and will quickly lose its appearance. Due to the fact that hairs will constantly fall out, bald patches may form.
First of all, feel the product and if hairs or light fluff remain on your hands, this indicates that the technology has been violated.
Secondly, a good fur coat should have the pile in one direction. And thirdly, when you shake the fur coat there should be a slight rustling sound. This means the product is good. Often the fur is also dyed, which means it is necessary to check the quality of the dyeing. You can check this with a damp cloth. Swipe it over the fur coat and if there is even a little paint left on the napkin, then it is better to refuse the purchase.
Another important criterion when choosing a fur coat is the density of the fur. Before purchasing, check the places where the fur rubs the most. Please note that the density of fur in these places should be the same as throughout the entire coat.
Don’t forget to feel the inside of the fur coat, or rather the seams. They should be quite thin, but noticeable.
Stylish looks
The most comfortable and at the same time stylish look would be the look with jeans and trousers. This look is universal and suitable for everyday style.
Jeans should be darker or slightly lighter than the fur coat. They should not be white or sky blue. It's better to stick to dark shades. When choosing shoes, opt for high leather boots, both with and without heels. On top it is better to wear some kind of blouse in pastel shades. It is better to take a small handbag with handles, but in no case with a long handle. Avoid hats. The look will be simple but very stylish.
If you want to create a beautiful evening look, then it is best to choose a short dark-colored marmot fur coat. The handbag should be small, preferably a clutch. You can choose any shades of the dress, but it is best to match dark shades of fur coats with deep dark shades, such as emerald, dark blue, purple and other similar colors. They will complement the fur coat and look very luxurious. Don't forget to wear chic jewelry, preferably with white stones, which will allow you to shine in the spotlight.
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General characteristics of fur
Depending on its habitat, the fur of this small predator varies in quality. The most expensive mink coats are made from the skins of Scandinavian animals. Their hair is of medium length and their down is very thick, so their clothes are warm and very impressive. The Ukrainian analogue has a longer pile and less dense down. And the most affordable products are Chinese and from Russia.
You can distinguish mink fur from others by the following characteristics:
- It is elastic to the touch, and if you crush it, it immediately returns to its original form.
- Beautiful, uniform shine.
- The hairs are the same length - any unevenness is unacceptable.
- The pile is not itchy. If shine, elasticity and uniform length are present, but the fur tingles your hand, it is 100% fake.
- It's very light.
- If you run a damp white napkin over the hairs, it will remain snow-white.
Another important difference between a high-quality mink coat is the mesh. It has a light shade, or a beautiful brownish-yellowish color, and is elastic. If you run your hand over the pile, the hairs will not fall out or break. A real fur coat must have a certificate and a long warranty. In the video you can see brief instructions that will help you distinguish a fake.
Storage and wearing rules
It is not advisable to wear marmot fur in rainy weather. If the product gets wet, do not place it near the battery. Better dry it on the balcony.
If the product has a hood, it is better to limit its use as much as possible - the fur begins to wear out very quickly from constant friction.
It is better to store fur products at average room temperature. Make sure to leave at least a meter of distance between the storage area and any heat source. It is not advisable to leave a fur coat in direct sunlight for a long time. In bright sunshine, light fur may turn yellow.
If the lint becomes matted during storage, prepare an alcohol solution and carefully treat the fur surface. After the procedure, you can comb it with a wide-toothed brush. Store your fur coat in a spacious closet and case.
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Main models
The most popular cut among fur coats of this type of fur is trapezoid. Women of different heights and different builds should carefully choose a model.
Short black marmot fur coat
Short, petite girls can pay attention to shortened models, which will emphasize the elegance of their shapes, while those with curvaceous figures will look impressive in elongated models with wide floors, as in the photo.
Long black marmot fur coat
In processing, marmot fur is capricious and complex, its thickness can be uneven, so the skins are divided into varieties. In order for the wool to have a more advantageous appearance, it is cut, since sheared models are relevant for several seasons. Reviews about such products are contradictory, since the fur is unique and not universal.
Black marmot fur coat
