Boiled wool coat

In the late Middle Ages, simple peasants living at the foot of the mountain tops of Austria invented the technology of making clothes from boiled wool. The coarse dark green fabric of sheep's wool had amazing waterproof properties and warmed well in cold weather. In Russia, such a fabric is known from the second half of the XIX century, almost immediately with the appearance on the market, gaining wide popularity among fashionistas.

Nowadays, boiled wool, or as it is also called, loden, is used to make coats, jackets, hats and scarves, as well as skirts. Some fashion designers in their autumn-winter collections even offer trouser suits, as well as various accessories from this material.

This fabric is unique primarily for its environmental qualities, it perfectly retains heat and at the same time is quite durable: thanks to the technology of making clothes from boiled wool is very durable and does not fall off when worn. In addition, this fabric is practically not wrinkled, and in order to smooth out any irregularities, it is enough to let the product hang in the closet on a hanger, and it will smooth out on its own.

All this gives wool durability and water resistance, but it does not make it heavier. Then the resulting fabric is painted, combed, decorated with various patterns and then dried.

Another popular option is the British trench coat. The history of this style design has more than a hundred years. The coat is made in the classic strict forms and complemented by patch pockets and a wide belt. Such a product is best suited for slender tall girls, and if there is a massive buckle in the belt, then it will successfully accentuate the lush chest. A British trench coat will be the perfect complement to both the dress and tight pants.

The overcoat is a style rooted in the military fashion of the 19th century and in the last few years loved by fashionistas of the whole world. Quite a modest option that is suitable for any shape, as it hides the existing drawbacks and emphasizes the advantages. Very well combined with shoes with high and medium heels.

From year to year, a popular variant is a medium-length short coat, warmed with fur. Such a product perfectly protects in the bitter cold and retains heat. In this case, fur can frame both the hem of the coat and the collar. Also there are options where the fur goes separately in the form of a cape.

Today it is very popular coat from boiled wool unlined. This rather non-standard and fresh solution in tailoring is currently being offered in various versions by designers from all over the world, as it goes well with almost any clothing - both classic skinny pants and youth ripped jeans will look equally appropriate.

Coat of boiled wool is important in any season, since there are models that are suitable for a walk both on a cool summer day and in severe winter frosts.Do not be afraid to get into such a coat in the rain! Thanks to the production technology of Loden, described above, the fabric does not absorb moisture and dries quickly.

Some women of fashion specially purchase their short, below the knee coats of boiled wool for trips to the car in the winter. This option is good because the light fabric does not hinder movement, allowing yourself to feel at the wheel comfortably and freely.

In general, the coat of loden - surprisingly durable. They will serve their owner for more than one season without losing the original look if you follow a few simple rules for caring for the product:

• Hangers hangers must necessarily be the size of your coat, so as not to deform it.
• Use special covers for storing clothes.
• When ironing, use only a damp gauze cloth.
• If you are exposed to rain outside, then dry the product on a hanger away from heat sources.
• Wool fabric has a tendency to electrify, which means it attracts dust. Use a soft broom brush for cleaning. To reduce electrification, you can use special anti-static for wool.
• And finally, the washing coat. If you don’t want to use the services of dry-cleaning masters, you can wipe off dust and dirt on your own; not only a special brush, but also a “folk method” using a bread crumb is suitable for this. It is necessary to spread out the coat on a flat surface and sprinkle bread crumbs on top. Then roll the crumb into small "balls", which absorb dust, dirt and lint. After this procedure, just walk with a brush or just a wet hand on the surface of the coat.

Reviews of coats made of boiled wool are mostly positive. Customers note the warmth, comfort, ease when worn. Many simply delighted with the material that does not crumple and not fray.

True, some are repelled by the complexity of washing the product, which forces customers to dry-clean the thing, which is not always convenient and rational, as they consider. In special cases, the fabric of natural wool is contraindicated in allergies. However, for most fashionistas such troubles are not a burden, because in pursuit of elegance you can close your eyes to certain difficulties, because beauty, as you know, requires sacrifice.