How to Choose a Quality Fur Coat
A coat made from fur is arguably the dream of many women regardless of their age. A beautiful fur coat not only provides a sense of warmth and comfort but also makes a woman more beautiful and elegant. As the fur itself is not cheap, therefore, the choice of natural fur coats must be approached responsibly.
Buying fur coats is a responsible action, because it is highly unlikely that you will keep it for barely one year. A fur coat should be chosen not only because they look fashionable or beautiful, but due to the high quality of the fur attached to it.
This will not only determine its appearance and durability but also how well the fur can protect you from frost. It is arguably an ideal solution to the harsh cold weather in freezing winter.
There are a variety of fur coats available in the market but it is getting difficult for people to distinguish between natural and artificial fur, thanks to the introduction of innovative technologies that can help in creating a similar substances.
Instructions
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When buying a genuine fur coat, pay attention to the quality of the fur. Healthy fur shimmers and shines in the sun and is soft to touch. You should also decide the type of fur that you are interested in buying. There are many different types, styles and textures to fur. It might be a good idea to learn or do some research regarding the variations of fur and the different brands that are available in the market. Most importantly, you will have to decide which animal or combination of animals fur that you will want.
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Always pay attention to the weight of the coat. One that is too heavy does not necessarily reflect its originality. If the coat is too easy to carry, then, the finished product might not be durable. Lightweight fur coats means that the skin of the animal might have been stretched to increase the size. This is where brand is important. If you buy a fur coat from a high end famous brand then you can rest assured that you are getting the finest quality fur coat available for that particular price. However, if you buy a fur coat that is from an unknown brand from an average store then you might not be get what you are paying for in terms of quality.
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Talk to someone like a friend or family member that has recently purchased a fur coat. Find out as much as you can in terms of how much they paid and the brand that they purchased. This will give you a very good idea of what you might want when purchasing a quality fur coat.
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There is one very simple way to help you distinguish real fur as compared to a fake one. To do so, just pull a few strands of hair out from an inconspicuous area and set it on fire. Fur starts to burn and crumble. Synthetic fur will melt and become hard to the touch. The problem of this test is the fact that not every seller will give you a chance to pull a few strands out and light it on fire. Also, you can check the strength of the fur by pulling on some strands and quality fur will not break that easily.
