When should you wear a coat?
Classic models are made from cashmere, wool and drape . The composition may differ in the ratio of natural and synthetic fibers. The properties of the product and its suitability for a particular weather depend on this. The thicker and warmer the coat, the more suitable it is for winter.
Reference. You can put on a coat when the temperature drops to +12° C or + 10° C. This also applies to leather models.
Important! The weather needs to be dry. Wet snow and rain have a detrimental effect on the material of the coat, especially cashmere and wool.
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Disadvantages of a coat
- Low protective properties . A coat, even made of natural wool and with a special modern lining, can be worn down to -15°; at lower temperatures, you still need other, warmer outerwear, for example, a sheepskin coat.
- Difficult care . Winter in central Russia is variable, with wet snow and sometimes even rain. Therefore, to prevent the coat from becoming deformed from moisture and dirt, it must be cleaned and dried in a special way immediately after wearing.
- Dry cleaning . In order for the coat to look good, after each season (and if the coat is light-colored, then within one season), it should be dry cleaned. This requires time and additional money. Washing is contraindicated for some coat materials, which should be indicated on the label.
- Tendency to chafing and pilling . When friction occurs, the material of the coat rubs (especially the cuffs or shoulder when carrying a bag) and pills appear. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided. If the pellets can be removed using special machines, then the worn-out material cannot be restored and the appearance of the clothing will be ruined.
- The worst enemy of the coat is moths . If there are moths in the closet, things will be irretrievably lost. This applies not only to coats, but also to other items of clothing. But the wool coat is especially loved by moths.
Styles for autumn
The model of the product affects when and in what weather it can be worn. Oversize, which has been popular for a long time, makes it possible to expand the temperature range. This is due to the rather spacious style, under which you can wear a thick sweater for additional insulation. In this outfit you are not afraid of the cold. It is better to complement the look with a warm scarf and headdress, then this option is quite suitable for winter, when the temperature is -5° degrees.
Layering also allows you to stay warm and look great . Even if the autumn coat is made of thin fabric, you can complement it with other warm things, creating a beautiful look. This option is suitable for 0° C, but for sub-zero temperatures it will be too light.
Types of fillings in jackets
What is polyester in a jacket? When buying a coat or other outerwear, people primarily focus on the weather and climate of their region. But this may not be enough, because polyester in jackets has different properties. You can ask a store consultant for more information about padding. Information about this is indicated on the tag. There are fillers that are easy to distinguish by tactile sensations (for example, padding polyester).
Thinsulate
Down of artificial origin, which in its properties differs little from natural fluff. Thinsulate was used to insulate astronaut suits. Today they are used to stuff winter clothes for sailors and sleeping bags for mountaineers. To what temperature is polyester suitable? Things insulated with Thinsulate can be worn at 30-60 degrees below zero. It all depends on how dense the layer is. The stuffing is suitable for sewing children's clothes. Thinsulate fiber produces lightweight and at the same time warm clothing that is highly breathable.
Its density is 100-480 g/m². Due to its softness and light weight, Thinsulate is in many ways similar to swan's down. It is in many ways identical to natural, but does not cause allergies. Thinsulate consists of microfibers that are surrounded by air membranes. This polyester insulation is thin enough, so you can sew elegant winter coats from it. Things made from this filler have one drawback - the high price.
Holofiber
Holofiber does not absorb moisture, as it quickly evaporates from it. At the same time, warmth can be retained in clothing. There are halofiber balls inside the outer sides of the material. This polyester jacket will keep you from freezing and sweating. The raw materials are used to sew children's clothes. It is safe for allergy sufferers and suitable for everyone. The properties of holofiber largely imitate down. It can withstand machine washing on a delicate cycle.
The density of the material ranges from 70 to 300 g/m². How many degrees is holofiber suitable for? It is recommended to wear it at temperatures from 5 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees below zero. It is wear-resistant and does not lose its thermal insulation properties for a long time. Winter jackets made from holofiber can be worn in low temperatures and strong gusts of wind.
Sintepon
At one time, the structure of this material was changed, and since then it has been used in the production of jackets and coats. Sintepon 150 g/m² is the minimum density of the material, the highest is 400 g/m². It perfectly retains its shape and retains heat; items made from it are sold at reasonable prices. Many people are interested in what temperature is a padding polyester 200 g m2 designed for? It is recommended to wear things with such padding at the end of autumn or at the very beginning of winter, if the temperature has not dropped to 10 degrees below zero. Things that can be worn at 25 degrees below zero are insulated with padding polyester with a density of 350 g per m².
Sintepooh
This polyester insulation is reminiscent of bird down in its properties. The polyester fiber in it is glued in it in a special way. Synthetic fluff is wear-resistant, does not wrinkle, and dries quickly. For the winter months, when the temperature drops to 25 degrees, you can wear jackets with synthetic down, the density of which is 250 g/m². In five-degree frost, a filler with a density of 60 g/m² is sufficient. According to its structure, such polyester insulation can be homogeneous or elastic.
Individual characteristics
It is necessary to rely on the readings of the thermometer and the weather outside the window, but you should also take into account your own feelings. For example, some people feel more cold, while others feel great even at very low temperatures. Therefore, you should focus on your own feelings and comfort.
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If the temperature is close to 0° C, but a light coat is comfortable and comfortable, then you should not wear a warm down jacket or fur coat. And vice versa, if a person gets cold at +10° C, it is worth choosing a model made of wool and cashmere, complementing it with a warm sweater.
It is worth remembering not only about the composition of outerwear, but also about the material from which the rest of the items worn are made . For example, if you wear a sweater made entirely of acrylic , you should not expect any warmth from it. No matter how many degrees it is, a person in such clothes will freeze quite quickly. Even warm outerwear won't help much. Therefore, it is recommended to choose jumpers and sweaters made from high-quality, warm fabrics.
It is worth taking into account your own activity . If a person travels most of the time by car, then you can choose lighter clothes or wear a coat even when the thermometer is below zero.
Advice. If you constantly have to walk a lot, travel on public transport, then you should better insulate yourself. After all, in addition to the cold, you will have to protect yourself from the wind and possible bad weather in the form of sudden rain and snow.
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Why should you buy a coat?
- It's fashionable . Just like many years ago, modern fashion designers turn to this type of outerwear in their collections. If you buy such a thing in your wardrobe, you will always look stylish, elegant, impressive and beautiful.
- Lightness . Due to the fact that all the materials from which the coat is made are light, the item will not be particularly felt on the body, and there will be no fatigue from wearing heavy outerwear for a long time.
- Variety of shapes and styles . Fashion dictates its own rules, and every year one or another style is in trend, but every coat lover can choose it to her liking: oversized (loose-fit models - cocoon coats, A-line coats), cape coats, sleeveless coats , asymmetrical cut and double-breasted coats, straight and trapezoidal cut, shawl coats and others. The style focus is also wide. The fashion collections include models of both classic, business, and sports styles, military and casual.
- Accessories . For those who like to emphasize their individuality, there are accessories, including for coats. With this type of outerwear you can wear: scarves, stoles, shawls - both thick, voluminous ones that will protect you from the cold, and thin ones to complete the look; snoods (scarf-collar) - for warmth, beauty, and also instead of a hat. You can choose for every taste: narrow or wide, knitted or sewn, voluminous or flat, fur; gloves - both short and long for coats with short sleeves, leather and knitted, fur and suede; belts are an accessory that is often sold together with a coat, but can be selected separately, taking into account the color and style of the coat itself; brooches are an indicator of elegance. They can be used to secure the sides at the collar or at the waist, using them as a button, but they can also serve as an independent decoration.
- Wide price range . There are models on the market ranging from quite cheap to quite expensive. Do not forget that a high-quality coat made from natural materials will not be cheap.
- Multifunctionality . The coat can be worn in various situations, be it a business meeting, a walk in the woods, going out into the city or a special event. It will be convenient both in the car and on public transport.
- A choice of styles for any figure . It’s not difficult to choose a coat style that suits your body shape and be fashionable. This outerwear can both highlight your figure's strengths and hide flaws. You just need to know which cut is right for you.
- Hood . A coat with a hood is a great option for women who don't like hats and want to keep their hairstyle the rest of the day. This is very convenient, since the hood does not crush hair, but protects from cold and wind.
What are luxury coats made from?
There are factories engaged in sewing outerwear for women's and men's wardrobes, made exclusively from elite fabrics. What are the products made from them? So, the most expensive material for sewing is considered to be 100% cashmere. Cashmere threads are 2.5-3 times thinner than human hair and are made from the undercoat of cashmere goats, whose habitat is the mountains. The undercoat is designed to protect animals from harsh mountain winters, so no person wearing cashmere clothes will freeze even in the Siberian forests. Cashmere fiber is very delicate, light, soft, surprisingly warm and is rightfully considered the most expensive. Not everyone can afford to buy a coat made of 100% cashmere.
Another elite material is alpaca - the wool of Peruvian llamas living in the Andes. A distinctive feature of alpaca is its shine, which does not fade throughout the entire service life of the product, which is why it is also called “wool silk”. Alpaca is a durable, warm, light, smooth material. In addition, it can vary from beige to black and burgundy, having 22 natural shades.
Merino wool is harvested from Merino sheep. It is quite thin, strong and elastic, which does not allow the products to deform. Retains heat well and is easy to paint.
Mohair is the wool of Angora goats native to Turkey and Africa. It is quite dense, thick and warm. Mohair coats require careful careful storage and cleaning; they wrinkle easily and do not tolerate high temperatures, so dry cleaning is contraindicated for them.
