Transverse or longitudinal layout of skins. What to choose, pros and cons

Almost every woman, regardless of age, dreams of a mink coat. It is believed that she is an undoubted attribute of luxury and beauty, gives the hostess a feeling of confidence. When it comes to purchasing, making the right choice can be quite difficult. It will be especially difficult for those who are not particularly knowledgeable about furs, so many questions arise. You need to decide not only on the desired style and color, but also on the sewing method.

Recently, the demand for transverse models of fur coats has increased. But before making a purchase, you need to carefully read all the possible nuances, advantages and disadvantages. This article will help you figure this out.

General information about mink coat

The main difference between transverse fur coats and other models is the location of the fur plates . If ordinary styles are made in this way, when the skins are sewn vertically, here they are arranged horizontally. This technique is used to make the product itself, as well as its components - sleeves, hood. The stripes are of the same width; the fur itself can be natural, dyed or tinted.

Product selection rules:

The first thing you should pay attention to is fur . It should be soft to the touch, but you should feel gentle needles when you touch it. If you run your hand against the growth of the pile, it should return to its original position.
The second important factor is gloss . Real mink shimmers even in cloudy weather.
The color should be uniform , homogeneous, without any spots. If the fur coat is dyed, then it should be wiped with a damp cloth. The traces found indicate poor-quality painting.
The reverse side of the skins of a good product has a soft structure without cracks and even seams. When palpating there should be no extraneous sounds or crunching.
Of no small importance is the country of origin , as well as the origin of the animal itself. The best option is considered to be Scandinavian and Finnish mink.

Nuances of choice

If you are thinking about the difficult question of how to choose a quality mink coat, then you are probably looking for some practical advice. So, it is recommended to make such an expensive purchase in large stores, and not in temporary kiosks or trays. Market goods, as a rule, have no guarantee and are not controlled by anyone. Think for yourself: if suddenly the fur coat turns out to be flawed, how will you get your money back? After all, the day after a major sale, the point may simply disappear.

It is not very pleasant to be left with a defective product for which you paid a lot of money. Many potential buyers will argue that buying a fur coat in a large salon is fraught with significant financial costs compared to purchasing from small outlets. Well, this is a compelling argument, but you can always wait until the sales season, such as spring or summer, when really attractive discounts are offered. Although here you need to be prepared for a sharp narrowing of the assortment.

You should carefully study the product before purchasing. Look at the color of the underfur and inner layer. Remember that it should not be unpleasant or yellowish. But the perfect color of the underfur indicates that the product has been dyed. And the flesh should be white, without spots or holes. Yellowness is a sign of old age.

The foreign smell of fur is a reason to refuse the purchase. Stroke the product with your hand. Know that plucked and shorn fur coats are less durable and resistant to stains. The most reliable and durable things are not finished with other fur. You are probably wondering how to choose a quality mink coat? So, the mink pile should shine and be pleasant to the touch. When tugged, good fur does not fall off or stick together. Material with bald spots is probably old, and if the fur coat is made poorly, then when stroking the fur remains in an altered position for a long time. Now take a closer look at the seams: glued fur coats are a beautiful, but useless accessory for one season. It is unlikely that it will last you much longer.

Advantages of a transverse mink coat

Of course, every potential buyer is interested in what advantages a future purchase will bring him. He also needs to know what advantages there are over other types of fur, and whether it is worth purchasing the transverse model. Among the positive aspects are the following:

Cross fur coats appeared on the market not so long ago, so they look fresher , more modern and are very popular. The bulk of the world's shows are filled with just such models. Increasingly, not only young girls, but also mature women prefer to choose them.
Availability of transformer options . In classic models, you cannot unfasten the bottom or sleeves, unlike the transverse ones. For many, this is a big advantage because by purchasing one item you can experiment. This is especially convenient for car ladies, when sitting behind the wheel in a long product is not only inconvenient, but also impractical.
A transverse mink coat does not require additional framing , decorative inserts, or buttons. It looks self-sufficient and presentable without unnecessary elements.
Another advantage is the opportunity to experiment with styles , which will allow you to diversify your winter wardrobe. Some girls are convinced that fur coats add age and are only suitable for older women. With transverse models, this stereotype dissipates, since manufacturers offer a wide variety of styles, including those that suit a sporty look.
One-piece options are usually made in standard colors, which cannot be said about transverse ones. Therefore, if you want a specific color, then finding the required option will not be difficult.

Mech rating

How to choose a good mink coat? And why is mink considered the most optimal option in this regard? It must be said that in a kind of leaderboard, the mink takes only fourth place, leaving the otter, beaver and sable ahead. This is explained by the relatively low wearability of fur. Sporting a mink coat every day would be wasteful. If you regularly drive a car, then it is better to avoid long products. This is both inconvenient and unreasonable; after all, the mink wrinkles very quickly. But short models are an ideal option for a born motorist.

Disadvantages of a transverse mink coat

Before making such an expensive purchase, it is worth considering all sorts of nuances. It costs a lot of money, so it won’t be very pleasant if the desired item soon disappoints. The disadvantages of transverse fur coats include the following:

Since the product is made from pieces, wear resistance suffers . Some manufacturers do not follow the technique for laying out fur plates and do not take into account the direction of the pile. For this reason, the stripes may look slightly different, which cheapens the look.
the joint of the skins is striking . Usually it is not very noticeable, but sometimes it is quite pronounced. It is located on the back along the spine and may not look very beautiful. Many girls even believe that this is a defect, but such a joint is present on all “transverses”.
Manufacturers often save on the number of skins used . They begin to stretch them too much, which affects the quality of the item and its heat resistance. This confuses buyers. They think that if the stripes are wider, it means the animal was larger, but this is often not the case.
If a woman is plump, then this model should be abandoned. Horizontal laying of skins can add additional kilograms, so it is suitable only for slender and tall ladies.
Classic models will never go out of fashion, which cannot be said about cross fur coats. Fashion is very fleeting and can change after just a few seasons. Therefore, if you only have enough money for one purchase, then a solid fur coat may be the most suitable option.

Taste and color

How to choose a mink coat in accordance with the color trends of the season? This is a very important nuance. Naturally, you need to try on a fur coat to determine the combination of the color of the product and your appearance. Light shades are refreshing, hide age and highlight the natural blush.

But when moving along our roads, you always run the risk of splashing a spectacular mink with drops of dirt and water. In addition, light colors emphasize the figure, so if you are overweight, then do not choose such a fur coat. Dark models outline your contours more clearly, but they also highlight your disadvantages just as accurately, so you shouldn’t try on such a product, otherwise you’ll immediately give yourself a couple of years.

Conclusion

The acquisition of such an expensive item should be approached especially carefully . Under no circumstances should you buy a fur coat alone. It is recommended to take someone with you so that he can see not only how the item fits, but also help determine whether the seller is offering a fake. Very often, unscrupulous sellers pass off other animals as natural mink. Fur is faked so well that it is sometimes difficult even for a professional to tell the difference at first glance. Therefore, you should not buy fur coats in markets and unknown places. It is better to do this in specialized stores with an official guarantee, receipts, and the possibility of return.

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09.10 02:02 #82480877 I’m looking at fur coats now, only pictures for now. And I don’t even know which model to go with. Cross-cut fur coats will still be relevant in the next 2-3 years, what do you think? And which color is better: black or dark -brown, classic? A fur coat is most likely needed for going out, for everyday wear there are down jackets and a sheepskin coat. Something like a knee-length fur coat. And yes, I won’t be original, I want one made from mink. I can’t even choose a model yet .Please, express your opinions, what is more or less relevant now? Thanks to everyone who will not pass by, otherwise I’ve already broken my whole head.
09.10 02:45 #82480979 Well, please, don’t pass by! Write what you think about these fur coats, otherwise in my head they have already merged into one continuous string after looking at a bunch of pictures)) Thank you.
09.10 08:50 #82481731 response to #82480979 It’s useless to choose from pictures, go shopping and try it on, this is the only way you can understand what suits and what doesn’t. Look at the color of sapphire, walnut, palomino - otherwise you will blend in with the crowd.
09.10 09:38 #82482222 response to #82481731 I agree - you definitely need to measure. I also really like the cross, but I tried on several options - they didn’t fit me
09.10 09:51 #82482419 response to #82481731+100 just measure, the fit on a specific figure is very far from the picture.
09.10 10:03 #82482606 response to #82480877 for some reason these crossbars are strongly associated with this character
09.10 10:03 #82482612 reply to #82482606gy)) so cute
09.10 10:21 #82482907 I have a cross that is closer to the color of walnut. Bought true to size, doesn't make me look fat. Just above the knee. I couldn’t find knee-length ones: either long or 90 cm.
09.10 13:16 #82485893
09.10 19:37 #82491213 response to #82480877 It seems to me that in a couple of months every second person will be in the cross! Try to find the diagonal - this is not a hackneyed option yet. If you want an option for 5-7 winters ahead, then take either a classic or something with a very unusual cut.
09.10 22:36 #82493767 response to #82480877 I bought a cross-cut fur coat 12 years ago, there were very few of them then, it looked very stylish, then there were more and more similar fur coats, now, most likely, I would not choose this style, although , if the fur coat is made of sable and similar furs, then only the cross section looks good (all IMHO).
10.10 15:12 #82502755 response to #82482606 I even know who wrote this) And I’m not too lazy to look for pictures) Envious))) Gihihi
10.10 15:21 #82502894 Raisa Zaharna, especially for you))) I bought https://snowqueen.ru/collection/wmink/716013/ only up to the butt and with a hood) Well, I whined that it was expensive, I was announced for all of Eve a beggar, God bless him, but I like my fur coat))) Maybe it was thanks to Evschits’s stupid remarks that I fell in love with it even more) It’s just that it really fits differently on everyone, I have a size 42-44 Russian, and I feel sooo good ) It’s not ordinary, not classic, in general I’m happy!
11.10 09:02 #82511624 response to #82502894 Can you describe the quality of the fur? The mink is long-haired, judging by the photo.
11.10 09:57 #82512265 there is good down there, not cut, not plucked, well, not wild)) this is an ordinary mink) apparently warm, plus light))
10/11 1:55 pm #82516072 I really like the straight-cut cross-section to the knee with a stand-up collar and three-quarter sleeves.. The color depends on your preferences, I personally like light walnut. Almost beige. Looks very beautiful on slender girls. I would buy one now. I have a cross section just below the knees, also straight cut, but with a belt and a hood.. Beautiful, but it looks simpler. But I also have an Italian mink sheepskin coat in a very beautiful beige color with fox and python skin trim. Therefore, I don’t bother buying another fur coat for now. And if you buy a classic mink, then the fur must be perfect, for example, the same cross-section can hide some nuances. So I recommend either cross-cut or classic, but with really expensive fur of perfect quality..
11.10 14:38 #82516663 response to #82502894 I saw this one and tried it on, I had to figure out the model for myself. horror! The color is too active and the button is large (which is not in this photo, because the model is different) and the sleeve is made differently (I think we are talking about the same thing). And it fits cool, I agree) if you take a similar one, it will be in a more subdued, uniform color. But the taste and color.
11.10 18:22 #82520047 response to #82516072+1 transverse layout is not very good. demanding in the selection of skins, I think, not least of all, it has become so popular among manufacturers, first with luxury brands, and now China has caught up.
12.10 10:49 #82527157 reply to #82502894 So wear it. What do I have to do with your fur coat? You would have calmed down after so much time, it’s time to forget the public’s opinion and be guided by your own)))
12.10 13:52 #82528672 response to #82502894what does buying a fur coat do to people...*shakes head*

Transverse or longitudinal, longitudinal or transverse? Which skin layout is better? KALYAEV explains the difference between them.

How to buy clothes online: recommendations for beginners ^

Know how to highlight the main thing, find the best and most suitable for yourself, do not buy unnecessary things . On the Internet you are offered an unlimited selection of things for every taste, often with many attractive prices and special offers, so many find it difficult to resist buying too much. Buy only really necessary and new things, so that your purchases do not later gather dust on the shelves, and your money is not wasted.
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When choosing an item, carefully study the information about the product : description and composition of the item, terms of purchase and delivery. Based on the description, you can evaluate the quality, naturalness, and possible service life. It is important for every buyer to know about the conditions of purchase and delivery, so as not to be surprised in the future, for example, by long lead times, and, if necessary, to be able to return an unsuitable product without any problems.
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Compare several stores and things with each other - this will help you choose the best possible and buy exactly what you need. Consider promotions, sales, special offers, interesting and useful features for customers, for example, online fitting rooms. A good seller cares about the convenience and benefit of his buyer, which benefits both.

Fur coats with longitudinal layout

With this layout, the fur is positioned vertically in the direction of natural hair growth and looks neatly smooth, which has a beneficial effect on the visual perception of the figure, since vertical lines make you look slimmer. Such models visually lengthen and perfectly hide possible imperfections of the figure, so they are well suited for large sizes. Fur coats with a longitudinal layout of a laconic design can be classified as classic, so they will never lose their relevance and will always be in fashion - this is a smart investment. The longitudinal layout of the fur allows designers and constructors to show their imagination in the development of flared models. Of the minuses: fur coats with this type of skin layout have a seam, a horizontal junction of the upper rows of skins with the lower ones, when the high fur of the rump of the upper skin meets the low fur of the head of the lower skin, which creates a natural step that affects the visual perception of the entire model as a whole. By the way, in fur coats made from small skins, this step is the lowest. Advantages of longitudinal layout (plates):

Hiding imperfections and visually correcting the figure
Eternal relevance - do not go out of fashion for a long time (classic)
Good product strength

Disadvantages of longitudinal layout (plates): Re-stitching is a horizontal junction of the upper rows of skins with the lower ones, when the high fur of the rump of the upper skin meets the low fur of the head of the lower skin, which creates a natural step that affects the visual perception of the entire model as a whole.

Why should you buy online? ^

Buying clothes online is profitable, comfortable and easy .
It is convenient to search for suitable products: search, selection and purchase occur online. You make purchases without leaving your home.
A wide selection of models to suit every taste at different prices.
Saving time . In a short period of time, you can view a larger number of products, compare them with each other and choose the best option. If you were shopping in a regular store, you would spend many more hours doing the same searching and comparison.
Saving money . The buyer has the opportunity to purchase the desired product at a lower cost. Online sellers are not burdened with rent, advertising, or staff salaries, as in real life. This allows you to save on the cost of goods and purchase them cheaper. Seasonal sales, special offers, promotions and discounts also contribute to price reductions.
Safety . Selling via the Internet has long become relevant, in demand and understandable for the mass buyer, so you can buy in a good store without fear of losing money or purchasing low-quality goods.

Fur coats with a transverse layout

Many people mistakenly believe that such fur coats are sewn from pieces and because of this they are less durable and warm. In fact, such fur coats are also made from whole skins. Unlike models with a longitudinal fur layout, where only the skirt of the fur coat can be removable, in models with a cross-section there is more room for creativity - designers offer models with removable sleeves, with detachable cuffs, transformable models - when the coat turns into a jacket. In the cross section there is the possibility of using several colors of fur, different textures, covered with leather or suede. The absence of a re-seam line dividing the fur coat into two parts is also a plus. Fluffy furs look especially advantageous in the “cross”: marten, sable, fox. Now about the disadvantages. Fur coats made from a cross-section, unlike classic models with a longitudinal layout, can quickly go out of fashion. In such models, the joint of the skins is noticeable; it is located on the back along the spine - some may not like this. If you are looking for a fur coat without visible seams - with the effect of a single fur fabric - for you, the dissolved model is a technology in which a whole skin is cut into narrow strips in a diagonal direction, and then these strips are sewn into a single fabric with a vertical offset. Cons They are not always beautiful in long-pile fur. They look bad on people with an apple body type. Sources used:

https://plusiminusi.ru/poperechnaya-shuba-iz-norki-stoit-li-pokupat-plyusy-i-minusy/
https://eva.ru/beauty/messages-3177653.htm
https://fursk.ru/info/meha/poperechka-ili-prodolnaya-raskladka-shkur-chto-vybrat-plyusy-i-minusy/

Defect or feature?

When talking about types of fur, we cannot ignore the wild mink. How to choose a high-quality mink coat from such fur? It is necessary to focus on the height of the pile, which should resemble sable. Wild mink have an exceptionally dark gray-brown color and a light underfur. Often such fur may have external flaws, but its cost is incredible.

And, of course, the world's fashionistas must have wondered how to choose a mink coat in China, where prices seem so tempting and the fur dream is so affordable! There is no doubt that Chinese products are the cheapest, but low-quality fur coats are exported, while good models remain in the country. The Chinese are economical but cunning people, so they like to use fur stretching technologies, which makes it brittle and thin. A fur coat made in this way turns out to be light and cold.

Which model to choose: specific examples ^

A light gray fur coat with 3/4 sleeves ($1,284) is a godsend for fashionistas who prefer calm classics and minimalism. A pleasant gray shade is an excellent alternative to the popular black and at the same time it is not as easily soiled as white. Pairs perfectly with classic clothes: plain straight and tight trousers, light jeans, simple sweaters, warm dresses and skirts. You can choose accessories in black or deep colored shades for the set.

A short and elegant fur coat with a hood ($1,167) is an excellent choice for active ladies and car ladies. The wonderful style and moderate length make the item comfortable to wear and harmonious for all kinds of combinations with everyday clothes. Looks good with both trousers and dresses. For footwear, it is better to choose boots or ankle boots with stable heels.

A medium-length fur coat in a warm light brown shade ($1,667) is one of the most versatile options for a winter wardrobe. A pleasant shade, moderate length, and classic style create a model that is pleasing to the eye, which, moreover, suits women of different color types. If you are tired of black, but you accept classics and versatility, this option will be very suitable. Combine with business clothes and smart casual.

A noble black fur coat ($2,333) is a classic must-have in the wardrobe of a young and modern elegant woman. A black fur coat is laconic and self-sufficient, it adds chic to its owner and serves as an excellent backdrop for bright, but high-quality items.

This item can be complemented with classic clothes, and you can also refresh your look with bright details: gloves, a neckerchief, red lipstick. Pairs perfectly with skirts and dresses. It is better to choose high-quality jeans, thick and dark. Shoes: dark high-heeled boots.

A soft, feminine deep brown fur coat ($1,667) will fit well into a young woman’s wardrobe. The average length is optimal for winter: it warms well, but does not restrict movement. This style is also distinguished by smooth lines and a softer shape, which adds to its attractiveness. Pairs perfectly with dresses and skirts, as well as well-fitting classic trousers. Dark boots with heels will complement the look.

A multicolor fur coat ($2,000) is an interesting and fresh choice for those who prefer the classics but don’t want to look boring. The combination of three shades of a neutral palette gives an excellent result: the fur coat still fits into the classics, but thanks to its design it differs from its more predictable “sisters”.

With this model you can afford a wide range of things from simple jeans to an expensive business wardrobe. You can choose different colors, the only wish is not to add too many bright shades so as not to turn into a “Christmas tree”. Let the shoes, gloves and bag match in shade with one of the colors of the fur coat, the rest can have other tones.

A neat, medium-length white fur coat ($1,667) is the choice for bright girls who are not afraid to be the center of attention. The grey-brown-black color scheme for outerwear is mainly popular in our country, so a girl in white always attracts attention. But you also need to look your best in this color: a suitable outfit, well-groomed and high-quality shoes, skillfully selected accessories, competent makeup and hairstyle - and you have no equal!