Umbrella

Now an umbrella is a habitual means of protection from rain, everyone has one. Some people prefer to choose an umbrella for their outfit, others choose a model in size, color and ease of use. Oddly enough, the original umbrella was designed to protect not from the rain, but from the sun.

This was the application of the device, which first appeared several thousand years ago. The homeland of the umbrella has not been established precisely: scientists believe that for the first time the "sun shade" was used in China. There is a legend about a carpenter who sought to protect his wife and made for her "a roof that is always with you."

Like many inventions, from the East the umbrella moved to Rome and Greece. It was used exclusively by women, protecting themselves from the sun. Until the 17th century, this application was unique. For the first time, an umbrella, as protection from rain, is mentioned during the reign of Louis 13th. The umbrella was also recorded in the royal property inventories. True, he was not used by the monarch himself, but by the queen. Men considered it unworthy to protect themselves from the vagaries of the weather.

About the one who has invented an umbrella, disputes too are conducted. It is believed that Jonas Henvey from England was the first to use the device as a protection against rain. But the umbrella in its usual form, equipped with a metal frame, created by Samuel Fox. In Russia, the device appeared at the time of Peter the First, he brought it from Holland.

Invented in the seventeenth century, it is very popular in our time. The classic model is equipped with metal knitting needles without a bending mechanism. Most often, the handle of the umbrella is wooden and has a curved shape, thanks to which it is very convenient to hold it. The umbrella cane looks like a stylish accessory that complements the look. Typically, these models are chosen according to the color of the dress or outerwear.

In addition to the spectacular appearance of this type of umbrella is durable and durable. Due to the strong tension of the fabric, the drops roll off the umbrella dome very quickly. This feature allows you to dry an umbrella cane much faster than other models. The advantages of the device in the form of a cane include reliable protection from the wind.

This quality is especially pronounced in dome-shaped umbrellas. Such models became popular several years ago and are still relevant. They protect from the rain not only the head, but also the shoulders, covering the owner with a strong dome from the wind and drops.

The standard length of the umbrella cane is 98 centimeters. Despite the elegance, it is the dimensions of such a model that make it uncomfortable. An umbrella in the shape of a cane will have to be constantly carried in your hands, it is easy to forget in a public place and lose. Therefore, more and more people are choosing the cane model as the second umbrella used for special occasions.

In the past few years, double-sided cane umbrellas have been particularly popular. Their dome consists of two layers. As a rule, the upper, outer layer remains monochromatic, while the inner one is decorated with cheerful drawings that elevate the mood in rainy and gray weather.

Almost two centuries after the ubiquity of umbrellas were ubiquitous, the American Brad Phillips invented a folding device that could easily fit into a bag. For the first time in mass production, the folding umbrella was launched in the 1970s. This model created a sensation as it did not take up much space, it weighed no more than 200 grams, and it could always be kept at hand.

A compact umbrella can be mechanical, that is, decomposed by hand, or automatic, which can be opened simply by pressing a button. An additional positive note of the invention was a removable cover. It helps the umbrella not to overwrite in the bag, it saves in situations where it is not possible to fully dry the umbrella.

The standard length of the umbrella when folded reached 30 cm. Such an umbrella, when opened, became two or three times longer. But a person’s lifestyle dictates his needs. For those who travel a lot around the city, travel or use small bags, a pocket umbrella was invented. The folding mechanism in it allows you to reduce the size of the device 4 or 5 times when closing.

Folding umbrellas are versatile. They are suitable for any occasion, can be used by a child. But they have one serious drawback. The mechanism that bends the spokes is quite fragile; therefore, compact umbrellas cannot withstand strong wind gusts and often break.

For such cases, when even a pocket umbrella becomes uncomfortable, simply because there is nothing to hold it, an umbrella hat or umbrella backpack was invented. The first model in Russia is often used during a vacation at sea. Such an umbrella is fixed on the head with a special rubber band and leaves hands free. Umbrellas and hats are liked by summer residents, they save their heads from the sun.

The disadvantage of this model is that it looks unusual and can ruin a casual look. Therefore, in Japan, an umbrella was invented, the name of which translates as "bird cage". This device is worn like a backpack on the shoulders and unfolds in the form of a dome over your head. An umbrella backpack covers the head and shoulders from the rain. Most often, such models are made of transparent material and look stylish, even a little futuristic.

These models in one way or another can be called a classic. But designers are constantly working on stylish new items. So there were square umbrellas, heart-shaped umbrellas and umbrellas for lovers. The latter most often look like two domes held together by a single handle. They can be both folding and cane-shaped.

Double umbrellas are designed specifically for couples. Many people know that walking together under one umbrella is inconvenient, even a large umbrella is unable to protect both of them from drops. And to continue the conversation, being under different umbrellas, is almost impossible. The device with two domes allows everyone to remain dry, while bringing closer and adds romance, even if you are caught up in a real rainstorm.

Not all umbrellas perform a practical function. Often they are used as a stylish accessory that can add zest to the image. So, lacy sun umbrellas, similar to those used a few centuries ago, have become an excellent attribute for wedding photo shoots. They emphasize the femininity of the bride, give her image even more tenderness and romance.

Umbrellas for a wedding photo shoot have practical application: they protect the bride from the sun and create a shadow. Typically, these accessories are made by hand, so their price remains quite high. Economical brides studio and wedding agencies offer to take a lacy souvenir umbrella for hire.

Trends of 2017 in relation to umbrellas are very democratic. Designers rely on the image as a whole, saying that the umbrella is designed not only to protect from the rain, but also to emphasize your individuality. If male models remain conservative and provide little opportunity for imagination, then a variety of shapes and colors reign among the female versions.

The eternal classic is not out of fashion - umbrella-cane. Popular are classic models, plain or decorated with bright prints. But in recent years, on the catwalks and in the collections of famous designers, more and more umbrellas-cane with an unusual shape of the dome appear.The most common among them are accessories with an elongated shape resembling a dome of a circus tent. Such umbrellas look playful and sophisticated.

Fashionable women all over the world liked umbrellas in the classic Japanese style. They are distinguished by a large number of knitting needles, which divide the fabric into segments, and a thin sharp handle, usually imitating the bamboo stem. Classic Japanese-style umbrellas are made in red, white or pink color and are decorated with drawings, traditional for the country of the rising juice. Most often, these umbrellas are arranged mechanically.

Brave girls trying to stand out from the crowd will love the models of umbrellas, the dome of which is made in the shape of a square, a rectangle or a heart. Such an umbrella will be a great addition to the fashionable image, but will not cope with strong gusts of wind.

The curved wooden handle, standard for umbrellas, attracted the attention of designers. It is encrusted with rhinestones and stones, performed in metallic colors. Umbrellas look magnificently and brightly, the handle of which is made in the shape of animals, skulls, brass knuckles. Such an umbrella will complement the glamorous evening look, even when closed. In this case, the dome of the device remains monotonous, so that the whole image does not look ridiculous and overly bright.

Compact folding umbrellas, too, have ceased to be only a practical device and began to serve as a bright part of the image. The dome of the umbrellas are decorated with lace and ruffles. Such models, especially those made in black or white, look romantic and feminine, complementing the image with a highlight of Parisian chic.

In addition to delicate frills, the dome of umbrellas can be decorated with bright applications, designed to attract attention and cheer up in cloudy weather. Umbrellas, the fabric of which is covered with artificial raindrops, look unusual and very stylish. Compact umbrellas with a manifesting pattern have become another fashionable novelty. The fabric of the dome in such models seems monotonous, but when water gets on it, roses bloom on it, patterns or patterns appear.

Those who consider all these options boring and mundane will be pleased with umbrellas of unusual shapes. A popular novelty is an umbrella cane in the shape of a samurai sword. He rushes behind his back and looks particularly impressive in the closed position.

To attract attention even in the dark will help models equipped with LEDs. Such lights can be mounted in the handle, rod or dome of an umbrella. Transparent umbrellas with LEDs built into the dome look very impressive and unusual. To go unnoticed with this accessory will definitely not work.

One of the most important parameters when choosing an umbrella is its size. Particularly important is the diameter of the dome, because it will depend on it how this or that model will protect from rain and wind. Standard folding devices are available with a dome diameter from 96 to 102 cm. Such an umbrella is universal, it will protect well from drizzle and heavy rain.

Increased are the domes of umbrellas more than 103 cm in diameter. Large umbrellas will delight couples and those who prefer an umbrella to cover the shoulders and reliably harbor from the weather. Less practical are small umbrellas with a diameter of 85 to 95 centimeters. They are chosen by those who are accustomed to carry the device with them in their handbags in case of unexpected rain.

The main fabric for the dome of the umbrella is polyester. It is a synthetic material, resistant to all weather conditions. Polyester umbrellas do not fade in the sun, do not fade and do not fade. This fabric can be processed under silk or satin to make the accessory look more sophisticated. Polyester umbrellas are rarely decorated with complex prints: you can’t put a picture on such material, therefore all patterns are made with the help of interlacing multi-colored threads.

The second option for the fabric of the dome - eonge. This fabric is from France, resembling a raincoat fabric, but more durable.It has excellent water repellency, falling on an umbrella, the water turns into a drop and rolls, leaving the fabric dry. Also operates a rain dome made of silicone. Transparent umbrellas are made of this material in recent years.

A few years ago, the fashion house Gaultier released a leather umbrella. The dome of the model "Aristocrat" is made of the finest kid leather, which will protect from rain of any strength. It will appeal to those who want to emphasize their status, as well as lovers of the Gothic style.

Knitted umbrellas will help protect you from the sun. They were popular in Europe in the 17th century. The lace umbrella looks gentle and romantic. And lovers of ethnic style will love traditional bamboo umbrellas. Both the handle and the dome of such a model are made of pressed bamboo.

The range of umbrellas allows any girl to choose a model that emphasizes her style and is able to complement the created image even in cloudy weather. Fashion trend of recent years - bright umbrellas, uplifting and eye-catching. Among the monotonous options, the most relevant are red, purple, yellow and orange umbrellas. Pink accessories fit gentle and direct girls.

To the umbrellas of classic black, white or blue tones do not look boring, they are decorated with fashionable patterns and prints. Oriental motifs on brown models are popular. Blue polka dot models look flirty and romantic. Playful and perky look accessories with funny prints: cats, cartoon characters, owls.

Those who prefer a discreet style of clothing, like the photo prints on the dome. In the collections of famous brands there are accessories with photos of Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn or views of Paris. Such an umbrella will look discreetly, but at the same time refined.

Regardless of the chosen attire, a transparent umbrella with small drawings will become a stylish accessory that will set you apart from the crowd. It can be notes, small flowers or inscriptions.

Another solution would be a double-sided umbrella, solid outside and bright inside. Every year a black model becomes more popular, decorated with a photo of a blue sky with light clouds on the inner layer.

The modern market of accessories offers umbrellas of various shapes, colors and price categories. Famous brands, for example, Burberry, Luis Vuitton, produce models from materials purchased in Germany and Italy. These umbrellas are durable, stylish and will last more than one season. Usually they differ in restraint and rather high price.

Italian umbrellas of the brands Chantal Thomass, Guy de Jean, Eleganza, Labbra can be attributed to the middle price category. They are made in Italy, but the parts for the mechanism are purchased in China, so the price of such accessories is lower. Umbrellas from the company Senz can be attributed to the average price category. These devices have an unusual shape and are considered as anti-corrosive. They withstand any weather conditions, do not turn out. Senz umbrellas will appeal to young people who appreciate practicality and style.

Another Italian company Fabretti offers its customers umbrellas at very affordable prices. Fabretti produce compact folding umbrellas of bright colors. They will not be able to withstand strong gusts of wind, but they will perfectly protect from the autumn weather. Fabretti release monochrome umbrellas of reserved and bright colors.

The main parameters when choosing an umbrella are the materials from which its dome, spokes and mechanism are made. The best material for the spokes is steel. Such spokes will withstand any gusts of wind, will not break and will not bend. Umbrellas with an aluminum frame are much lighter, convenient to carry around, but weather conditions can easily damage aluminum spokes.

The main criterion for the handle of the umbrella is its convenience. Experts advise choosing umbrellas with a comfortable handle, the best wooden. It is necessary to hold the accessory in your hands and feel how comfortable it will be for you to wear it for a long time.

Buyers of modern umbrellas, regardless of their price category, speak of high quality and durability of materials. Well respond, both about expensive, branded accessories, and umbrellas made in China. Such umbrellas delight bright colors, forcing to literally wait for rainy weather.

A frequent disadvantage of modern umbrellas is the insufficiently strong construction. Reviews on budget umbrellas warn that they can not withstand strong winds.

• The gentle, elegant image of a modern girl was created thanks to the harmony of a bright umbrella and hair color and a coat contrasting with it. On a rainy day, such an outfit will emphasize fragility and femininity. However, it is quite discreet and strict, perfect for business meetings and meetings.

• The extravagant outfit, which consists entirely of black and white tones, is completed with a transparent umbrella with eye-catching patterns. Such an outfit in combination with an accessory looks stylish, a bit vintage and designed to draw attention to itself.

• The classic combination of black and white in dress may be too conservative. But a bright, red umbrella complements the image, adding mischief and flirtatiousness to it, thanks to white peas on the fabric. The red umbrella is in harmony with the red hair color, allowing any outfit to make a truly bright.