Genuine Hand-crafted Items FUR: IT'S YOUR FASHION CHOICE MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHEN BUYING A FUR COAT CARING FOR YOUR FUR FUR REPAIRS RESTYLING OLD FUR COATS
While a fur coat is certainly beautiful garment, it is also extremely practical. Fur is one of the warmest fabrics available, making it ideal for colder climates. A fur garment is also very durable, in many cases outlasting its cloth equivalent.
The majority of Americans believes that the decision to wear fur is a matter of individual choice. In fact, 86% of those polled support an individual's freedom to choose whether or not to wear fur. Freedom of choice is one of the fundamental rights on which this country was founded. It is up to the individual, to decide what he or she will or will not wear -- whether it is fur, leather, wool or silk.
Whether in mink, fox or beaver, short jackets or long elegant coats, millions of American women have exercised their freedom of choice when it comes to wearing fur. In fact, 1 in 5 women in the United States owns a fur coat. Fur continues to be popular for a variety of reasons: its warmth, durability, and stunning beauty.
Warmth - Warmth is the number one reason to own a fur coat, according to a recent poll of fur buyers.
Long-lasting - Fur is a naturally durable fiber that lasts for many, many years.
Re-styleable - As styles change, your fur can be updated and restyled.
Versatile - Wear fur with jeans or for a formal occasion.
Fashion - Fur is always in style. The number of designers using fur fashion has tripled in the past 10 years.
Comfort - Soft, sensual, cozy and lightweight -- there is simply nothing equal to wearing fur.
Nearly every important fashion designer in the world used some form of fur for their winter 2001/2002 ready-to-wear collections. The fur trade used to count how many designers were working in fur, but today it's easier to count the ones who are not; they are so very few. The most influential fashion houses -- Fendi, Prada, Gucci, Versace, Chanel, Christian Dior, Doice & Cabbana -- again used fur to take the lead in presenting luxurious fashions.
1. What is the difference between female and male mink pelts?
Femake mink pelts are generally lighter in weight than male mink pelts. Additionally, female pelts have a high luster and are very silky and soft while male mink pelts are more dense.
2. Is a sheared fur as warm as an unsheared fur?
Yes. The warmth of the fur is determined by the underfur, which acts as an insulation. Whether or not the longer guard hairs are sheared off, the underfur remains intact and therefore provides the same warmth.
3. Are long-hair furs warmer than short-hair furs?
No. Warmth is determined by the dense underfur. The outer guard hairs give the characteristics.
4. Does dyeing a fur affect its quality?
No. A fur that has been dyed will keep its softness and luster. Dyeing a fur is another method designers use to give furs a sporty, young and modern look.
1. Always hang your fur garment on a broad-shouldered hanger. Give the fur enough room in the closet so the fur isn't crushed.
2. Never store a fur in plastic bag.
3. If fur gets wet, shake it out and hang it up to dry in a place where air circulates.
4. Never leave a fur near heat.
5. Never, never comb or brush fur.
6. Never mothproof a fur.
7. Store your fur during the warm season.
8. Have furs cleaned regularly by a fur specialist, not a dry cleaner.
9. Have any small rips or tears repaired immediately by a professional furrier.
10. Avoid leaving fur hanging in a bright place. The light can cause the fur to oxidize or change color.
"A stitch in time saves nine". Periodic small repairs will add years of beautiful new looking life to your valuable fur. Removing the worn edges from the cuffs and the collar, or replacing the fur on the elbows can make a tired fur look and feel brand new again.
"Everything old is new again". The exciting fur you bought can be reworked into a totally new style. Just replacing the hooks and eyes, lengthening the sleeves, shortening the length and restyling the collar can be a smart investment in todays economy.
Fur garments are precious treasures that last many years and are handed down for generations. When given proper care, a fur coat can literally last a lifetime, but fashions don't.
There are several things you can do with your old fur coat: consignment, trade-in, sell your fur on the internet or in the paper or you could restyle your fur into a current, wearable fashion or home furnishings.
Please e-mail me for a quote.
Foxtail Furs
Elbert, Colorado 80106
(719) 338-4376
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