Alpaca Coat

With the onset of the first cold autumn days, fashionable women in various coats are beginning to show off on city streets: cashmere, drape, and tweed are here. But more and more modern models from unusual yet for the majority of Russian inhabitants of wool are found. It resembles sheep, but still it is something else. This is a noble and elegant material that literally falls in love with yourself. Coat of alpaca - a sharp trend this fall. So let's see what kind of material it is.

Alpaca is a Peruvian artiodactyl that lives in the mountains. Such wool is a very valuable raw material, the use of which for years was limited to alpaca's habitats. Traditional outfits were sewn of wool, above all, ponchos and capes, without which it is easy to do in the highlands. Later, the ability of such a fabric to provide the same comfort both in very frosty and very hot weather was estimated by North Americans, and industrial production was already launched there.

It is difficult to overestimate the undoubted advantages and advantages of the alpaca over other woolen materials. Its main trump cards are:

• Density. Fabric with alpaca wool is very dense, which allows you to sew out of it incredibly warm demi-season and even winter coats of all sizes and any cut.
• Durability. The durability of alpaca products has been tested and proven by many generations of consumers. The material is very durable, if compared with sheep wool, then by this indicator it exceeds it by three times. In addition, the coat of alpaca is not covered with pellets, does not hesitate and does not fall down, no matter how many years they wear it.
• Heat protection and thermoregulation. If we continue the comparison, by the heat-resistant qualities sheep wool shows a result seven times smaller than alpaca. The thermostatic properties inherent in the wool of this Peruvian animal are invaluable. Thanks to them, going into a coat from alpaca from a frosty street into a heated room, you will not be covered with “seven sweats”.

In addition to all the above, it is worth noting the lightness of this material, its softness and uniformity, silkiness, resistance to most contaminants (alpaca wool fibers are completely devoid of fat, which eliminates excessive marzime), noble shine. In addition, the material is also hypoallergenic, all of which makes a coat of such wool incredibly valuable.

Since alpaca wool keeps its shape perfectly, coats of this material are created in a variety of styles and cuts. Double-breasted coat - a classic. Every brand you will certainly find such a style, because these coats never go out of fashion. The overseas fashion that has increased in recent seasons has led to the appearance of a large number of alpaca coats in just such a style. Its advantage is that it looks great on women with any type of figure.

Other current fashion trends - a coat with a smell, shortened models, exquisite finishes (fur, embroidery, other decorative elements). If we talk about practicality, it is worth noting the model with a hood. This detail is now in trend, and most importantly its dignity - it replaces the headpiece. Thus, two problems are solved at once: the probability of wearing a hat in vain or, on the contrary, not wearing it and freezing it disappears, besides, the hairstyle will remain intact in any case - the hood will not harm it.

The alpaca coat with fur is also very relevant now. This wool is in perfect harmony with the skins of sable, silver fox or arctic fox. Defenders of the animal world can pay attention to models with artificial fur. Such a finish is more typical of winter coat models, rather than demi-season. This may be one of the few differences between alpaca coats for winter and autumn / spring coats.

In fact, you can wear the same coat of this material in any cold season, because thanks to its unique properties, the alpaca allows you not to freeze in the most severe frost and not to get worn out in warm weather. The need to purchase several models can be dictated only by the desire of a woman to diversify her wardrobe, experiment with styles, lengths and colors.

Another advantage of alpaca wool is the fact that it not only holds its shape perfectly, it also slims. And this is an invaluable quality when it comes to clothing of large sizes. After all, it is very important for owners of magnificent forms to look fit, and an alpaca coat will help with this.

Color models will help to emphasize the advantages of a smart feminine figure. For example, a coat of rich red tone. In this case, we recommend two lengths: a short model (it should be fitted) or maxi (free cut). The main thing to remember is that such a bright thing needs to be combined with neutral accessories. Therefore, before buying, make sure that you have the appropriate shoes and handbag.

Great in large size looks alpaca fur coat with a smell. Hue is better to choose a light, but natural. So the image will be light and refreshing, like a spring breeze.

Speaking about the origin of alpacas, many mistakenly claim that this is a kind of llama. However, it is not. The progenitor of alpaca is the vicuna, a smaller mammal of the camelid family. So it would be more correct to say that alpaca and llama are not relatives.

These owners of priceless wool are bred in Peru, where they come from, as well as in Bolivia and Chile. There are two types of alpaca - Suri and Uakaya. They differ from each other in the structure of wool. Suri looks like a pigtail, longer. Wool uakaya looks more like plush. In the manufacturing sector, this wool is divided into several categories according to the fiber thickness:

• royal (19 microns);
• baby (19-22 microns);
• very soft (22-25 microns);
• adult (25-32 microns).

At the same time, suri is valued more than uakaya. Especially expensive is alpaca “baby suri”, in the manufacture of which only young animals (no older than 10 years old) are used to make wool.

Manufacturers of alpaca coats often try to increase the performance characteristics of the fabric, as well as cheapen it a little, and use mixed materials for sewing.

The most common combinations are 70% alpaca, 30% wool of another animal (for example, a camel), alpaca and silk or viscose (in the same proportions). Particularly impressive are models from a mixture of alpaca and silk. You can find a coat of 100% alpaca. These are very expensive premium models.

Since alpaca is a unique thing, the coat of natural colors is by far the most appreciated. In addition, even among them, you can get off your feet, choosing as there are as many as twenty-two natural shades of alpaca. Of course, manufacturers are actively using dyes to achieve a few dozen more color solutions.

If you welcome everything natural, look for "native" colors - black, white, cream, gray, brown, burgundy and a half dozen of adjacent and intermediate shades.

White alpaca coat is a choice of romantic natures. A burgundy option - for lovers to leave a vivid impression. A gray coat made of this wool will suit the dreamers. A brown-cream scale - for adherents of the classic office style in clothes.

Of course, there will always be those willing to try on a coat of mustard or coral-colored alpaca, which will warm not only the body, but also the eyes, in the dank autumn evenings. For all lovers of bright colors manufacturers carefully offer all the most fashionable shades of alpaca coloring - lavender, cornflower, buttercup and others.

The world-wide popularization of material from alpaca we owe to Italy In our country, such Italian brands that produce alpaca coats, such as Versace, Armani, Hugo Boss, Max Mara, Anna Verdi, are particularly well represented. Italy became a pioneer in this vein thanks to Giorgio Armani, who made a real hit of the 1980s not only outerwear, but also costumes and dresses from alpaca suri.

In Russia, technologies for the production of clothing from alpacas are actively adopted. Thus, in St. Petersburg, the Meldes company was opened - a brand that produces top women's clothing of high European quality. Production is carried out in collaboration with the Italian masters of this business.

Another Russian brand specializing in the alpaca wool coat is Kroyork. For over twenty years, the brand has been producing sophisticated and sophisticated collections of women's coats for any season. Original models are in great demand not only in our country, but also abroad.

Alpaca coats made in Belarusian factories also find a wide response among customers. One of the largest brands by which Belarus is represented on the world market is Sinar. Beautiful and comfortable alpaca coats are produced here. At the same time, prices are more affordable compared to Italian counterparts.

If you are still looking for an expensive coat of elite European brands, pay attention also to the brand Schneider Salzburg (production - Germany and Austria). For a coat of alpaca from this brand will have to lay out a tidy sum, but it is worth it to then flaunt year after year in such a luxurious thing.

It has been repeatedly said about the numerous advantages of alpaca wool. But the durability of the coat of this material can not be built only on them. Such clothing requires competent care. Only then the high price of this thing will be justified, and the coat itself will be able to please you for many years.

Remember a few simple rules.

1. Moth clothes from alpaca is almost not terrible, you can not be afraid that the insect will damage your luxurious outfit. But what turns out to be truly destructive is naphthalene or other chemical means to combat moths. If you are still worried about possible “guests” in your closet, scare them with natural flavors - wormwood, cedar, lavender.
2. Especially expensive models from 100% alpaca are the most reliable to dry-clean. The same can be said for less expensive but white or very light coats. This also applies if there are spots on the coat. In this case, any model - regardless of the cost, color and composition of the fabric - should go to dry cleaning.
3. Non-flush coats can be washed in cold water using soft woolen gels. Dry without pressing: place on the table, straighten when the water is drained, finally dry on a hanger.
4. It is possible to iron, but from a seamy side and through damp fabric. If the pile is slightly adhered, it should be straightened with a dry brush.

Another beauty of an alpaca coat is that it is a universal thing. It is perfectly combined with any variations of the classic or everyday feminine style. Consider some of the most interesting combinations.

A short coat of dark color is best combined with jeans of a classic hue of indigo or with strict black trousers with a skinny silhouette. In the first case, rough shoes are ideal as a shoe, in the second - high leather boots.

Lovers of refined classics will like a beige or gray knee-length coat with a voluminous collar. Here you should wear a skirt suit or office dress. A cocktail dress will look great on an evening out under such a coat. Warm tippet and tight tights will complete this ensemble. Shoes should be high heels, bag - massive, roomy.

If strict straight trousers are your favorite piece of clothing, we advise you to choose a long coat of minimalist style and dark colors. Leather accessories - a bag, ankle boots, gloves - and alpaca wool - the perfect combination of textures.

Most customers point out exactly the fact that the high price of such coats is fully justified. Worn for a long time, it looks luxurious, combined with any clothing. Women like alpaca to the touch, they also praise her ability to warm in severe frosts. In some regions of Russia this is especially important.

At the same time, many customers emphasize that it is important to choose the most harmonious model (color, style) in accordance with their basic wardrobe, and then this luxurious coat will be as functional as possible - everything fits, worn often. In general, the vast majority of reviews are positive. Discontent is only the price, but these reviews are more from customers who never ventured to buy a coat of alpaca.