Natural furs have always been popular. If mink was the best option before, now it has a large number of competitors with a lower cost, but excellent quality. Beaver fur is one of such alternatives.
What is beaver fur
First of all, it is worth understanding what beaver fur is. Based on the name, you might think that it is a beaver, but this is not true at all. Many years ago, Rex or Chinchilla rabbits were artificially bred in Spain, and the fur of these animals is called beaver.
Unlike ordinary breeds, these individuals have different fur. Theirs is thicker, but at the same time short and wear-resistant. Products made from beaver fur are much warmer than rabbit fur, and do not let the wind through, and are able to maintain an ideal appearance for a long time.
Features of beaver fur
As already mentioned above, the difference in the thickness and length of Rex fur compared to a regular rabbit is as much as 2 times. The skin itself is also an order of magnitude thicker in the former, so to sew a fur coat, you need to do a number of procedures, namely:
- soak the skin in a special solution;
- dry it thoroughly;
- stretch.
Thanks to these manipulations, it becomes much thinner.
Important. The wool of this animal does not wrinkle under mechanical influences, and when creased, it quickly returns to its place. This makes the product much easier to care for. When wet, the beaver dries quickly and does not lose its appearance.
Comparison of beaver and beaver fur
Despite the similar names, even an inexperienced person can distinguish between these two types of fur. It is not necessary to feel all the fur coats to find the difference, it is enough to just look at them. Firstly, beaver fur is more expensive than beaver fur, it shines beautifully and has a long pile. Secondly, unlike soft rabbit fur, beaver products are much stiffer.
Thirdly, the size of the animals differs by almost 2 times, and accordingly, the pieces from which the product is sewn have different sizes (a beaver is about 30 cm, a beaver is about 50 cm).
Popular fur coat models
Knowing what kind of fur Rex rabbit it is, it's time to move on to choosing a fur coat model. Every year offers many options, among which each buyer can find her own. Now the following models are in demand:
- fitted to the knee, worn with or without a beautiful leather belt;
- cropped ones that reach to the middle of the thigh are very convenient for anyone who does not like long items, but at the same time they cover the back well; models with 3/4 sleeves and a stand-up collar look interesting;
- straight, are considered a real classic, models with a hood look advantageous;
- short models with clearly visible fasteners (these can be either buttons or a zipper);
- to the floor, such options are often trimmed with silver fox fur, which gives the product a special luxury;
- flared, resemble a bell in appearance, and look very feminine;
- Vests that look good in tandem with a belt are suitable for those who travel a lot by car.
Color options
If the owner of a fur coat is afraid of bright colors, then a win-win option would be the natural color of the beaver, it is beautiful and delicate. However, for those who like something bold, saturated colors have come into fashion. Blue, red, different shades of green, purple are in trend now. For those who like to stand out, there are even products with a print. Usually it looks like a geometric pattern that is visible through the fur.
Bold decisions are suitable mainly for young girls, but women prefer colors that will refresh their appearance and emphasize their status, these are white and beige colors. Classic colors (for example, black, brown, orange) look advantageous on very old ladies.
Not long ago, such a bold decision as color combinations came into fashion. For example, white/black, white/beige or gray, black/red or blue go well in a fur coat.
Caring for beaver fur
First of all, it is worth remembering that when purchasing fur, it must come with high-quality care instructions (this may not apply to products made from faux Rex rabbit fur).
ImportantIt is precisely proper use that can extend the life of beaver fur.
- You should never carry a bag over your arm, as this will cause creases on your sleeve that are impossible to handle. In addition, bald spots may appear.
- It is better not to walk in the rain for a long time. Rabbit fur will withstand, but the product itself may become deformed.
- To prevent your fur coat from stretching, don’t hang it on a hook; be sure to buy hangers.
- If the fur coat gets wet, it is recommended to shake it out well before drying to ensure that a minimum amount of moisture remains.
- For the warm season, it is better to purchase special bags for storing fur products (they are impregnated with special oils against pests) or take care of anti-moth products.
Thanks to these simple rules, your beaver fur coat will last as long as possible.
Pros and cons of fur
As is already clear from the article, beaver fur is worthy of settling in any woman's wardrobe. The following advantages can be noted:
- beautiful and rich shine;
- high density;
- wear resistance;
- softness of the product;
- during production, the fur does not need to be sheared;
- availability.
It is difficult to talk about the disadvantages of the beaver, but a couple can still be highlighted:
- does not withstand low temperatures, i.e. it is suitable for urban winters up to -25, but if the temperature is lower, you should look at something else;
- short service life compared to other fur coats (about 7 years);
- If there are any errors or care is not taken, light colored items will start to turn yellow.
Reviews
Nika: I had been planning to buy a fur coat for a long time and finally decided to do so because this wardrobe item was necessary for a comfortable winter. In search of my ideal, I went to a large number of famous stores. I went with a mink in mind, but after looking at these similar fur coats, I decided that I wanted something different, not like everyone else. And then they gave me a beaver fur coat. It was instant love - soft, light, beautiful, a gorgeous coffee with milk color. I don't travel by car, so it was important for me that the coat covered both my butt and my head. That's why I settled on a thigh-length model with a hood. The downside for me was the collar, which did not cover my neck tightly, but the scarf fixes everything. Overall, I am very happy with it.
Miroslava: I am one of those who have dreamed of a fur coat for a long time, but could not afford it. I did not even look at mink, more towards beaver. But when I came across beaver on the Internet, I immediately became interested. I doubted it, after all, it is rabbit fur. But as it turned out, it is exactly what I needed. Soft, cozy. Justified all expectations. The only BUT! If there is severe frost outside, about -20, I freeze. Now I know what kind of fur beaver is.
Beaver fur is a great option for models with low cost and excellent quality.