Fur Coats Are For Guys, Too.

Ladies love fur coats, and the majority of the fur market is geared toward female fashions but that doesn’t mean that men are completely left out. There are tons of sleek, stylish and refined fur coats available for men and they come in a wide variety of styles, cuts, colors, and fur types to suit any taste. When one thinks of traditional fur coat, an image of someone in a dramatic floor-length mink is conjured up. But that image is what a lot of men don’t like about wearing fur coats: they’re just too much, unless you’re a Russian czar or something.

But in actuality, there are tons of different, more subtle styles that constitute as fur coats. A few posts ago we mentioned reversible fur coats and how functional and fashionable they are. Well men’s fur coats come in reversible styles as well. There is one particular style men’s shear mink leather reversible jacket. That’s right—one side is soft, luxurious sheared mink and the other is sleek and rugged black leather. Another really cool option is the men’s fur car ranch coat in the black rabbit. This double-breasted knee length coat looks classy and stylish, without going over the top.

Fur Coats Aren’t Complete Without Accessories!

Fur coats are gorgeous and luxurious enough on their own, but if you really want to take your look to the next level, accessories are a must. In addition to looking good with mink fur coats, fur accessories can look great without a fur coat. They add the perfect touch of elegance to whatever you plan on wearing. In terms of options for fur accessories, they are truly exponential. There are of course fur capes, stoles and scarves, perfect for crisp, chilly day. But in addition to these classic accessories there are fur handbags, headbands, evening bags, capelets, muffs, vests, hats and even blankets for when you want to wrap up in luxury at home on the couch.

Some selections are perfect for an elegant evening out, while some are edgy and stylish enough for the fashion-forward to wear with boots and a dress or even jeans. Here are some of the most unique fur accessories available at Madison Ave. Mall:

Silver Fox Fur Cape

 

Golden Mink Fur Hobo Handbag with Leather Fringes

Red Fox Fur Handbag

Reversible Fur Coats

For the most practical fur coats, you should definitely go reversible. Reversible fur coats are great because it’s double the style, but for half the price! Have you ever had a hard time deciding between two items in a store? You can only buy one, but they both look great. Well, you can get the best of both worlds with a reversible fur coat.

There are tons of different reversible fur coat styles to choose from. You can have one side a weather proof material with a luxurious fox fur trim at the collar and cuffs, while on the other you can have a warm, soft sheared mink. Versatility is always a good thing, especially when it comes to fur coats. Check out these gorgeous reversible fur coats available at Madison Ave Mall.

Sheared Mink Coat Sable Trim- Reversible to Fabric

Reversible Sheared Mink and Chinchillette Jacket

 

Fur Jacket Reversible - Leopard Print

 

Fur Jacket Reversible - Fox Trimmed

 

Fur Coats Make Great Mother's Day Gifts!

Mother’s Day is May 9. Chances are that if you didn’t already know that, you forgot to get your mom a gift last year, or if you did get her one, it was late. Well this year you can really redeem yourself and treat her to something extra special. A mink coat! Fur coats are the ultimate symbol of luxury and elegance. They are something that every woman secretly wants.

Mink jackets and fox fur coats really make great Mother’s Day gifts because it shows you mom that you went above and beyond the typical card and box of chocolates. In addition, you’re getting her something that she can use! Fur coats can last for decades if they are well-taken care of and well-made, so when you buy them you can be sure that it’s going to last.

So this year, get mom a gift that she can get the most use out of. A fur coat is a gift that will make her feel beautiful and appreciated. Fur coats have the ability to make the wearer feel like a million bucks, and who doesn’t deserve that feeling more than your mother?

Caring for Your Fur is Easy!

When you invest in a fur, it's important to take care of your investment. Here are a few tidbits for how to ensure that your fur lasts forever.

Fur is very sensitive to heat and light. When you're not wearing your fur, you want to store it in a cloth bag that is open at the bottom in a dark room. Don't surround fur coats with other clothing, as that can depress the fur, making it look old and unhealthy. Be careful not to store fur coats in an area with mothballs, and take mink jackets to the furrier during the summer. Cold storage will keep the skin in good condition.

Furriers are the right guys to take care of your fur. Dry cleaners do not know about how to treat different kinds of mink jackets, or fox fur coats, and confusing how to do so can damage your coat.

If your fur gets wet, simply shake out the excess moisture and hang it to dry. Any extreme heat or light will dry the skin out and make it crack.

Other than that, just be careful not to catch your fur jacket on any jewelry or belts, and if you see a small tear, repair it before it gets worse.

Fox and Mink: Great Furs to Wear

Here is some information about the animals that give us mink fur coats and fox fur coats. These mammals are found in most temperate parts of the world and to cope with harsh winters, often have dense, thick fur.

Fox is a beautiful fur that comes in a wide array of colors. The white fox lives in the arctic and the brown fox lives almost on every continent. Most of the fur comes from Finland, including the Natural Red Fox and the Blue Fox. Foxes are omnivores and live off of smaller mammals, eggs, fish, birds, and insects. They also eat berries and grasses. Fox fur coats are especially warm and fashionable.

The mink is a small semi aquatic weasel -like mammal, of the American and the European sort. These animals are small, and while most reach only a couple of pounds, farm raised mink can be up to 7 lbs. Their fur is extremely dense, dark brown, with occasional spots (particularly on the European mink) and a dark under fur. Because of its density, mink fur coats are extraordinarily warm. Mink always live near water, and although sometimes they wander to prey on animals like rabbits, they keep within territorial bounds.

The History of Fur

Fur has long stood as one of the best ways to keep warm. Animals are naturally blessed with coats of thick hair. To utilize the entire animal after a hunting party, the hides of the animals were used. Our ancestors understood the importance of not wasting any part of the animal and consequently tied furs together to stay warm during the colder months.

The oldest form of clothing, fur has long been regarded as a symbol of power. The ermine was long worn by royalty throughout Europe. Many ermine furs are necessary to make mens fur coats or sashes and the collecting of these furs took time and skill, something that the powers of Western Europe could easily afford. Today fur remains a classic look that is timeless, especially during winter. Chic and elegant, furs will always remain a popular fashion.

The softness and luxuriousness of wearing fur cannot be outdone. Mink jackets and fox fur coats have been worn for more than 200,000 years. Wearing fur is part of humanity’s history, and it is part of a past that we cannot jettison. Wearing mink jackets remains a symbol of power and wealth, and plus, it’s warm and comfortable too.