Alpacas are bred in South America, mainly in Peru. Due to the special climate of the Andes mountains, the fur of this animal is moisture resistant, very soft and durable. Alpaca coats can withstand many washes while maintaining their appearance. They are very durable, waterproof and weather resistant. Due to the high thermoregulating properties, items made from such wool retain heat in cold weather. At the same time, in the warm season they are not at all hot. Llama wool comes in 22 natural shades: black, gray, burgundy, brown, cream, white, etc.
Types of wool
Alpaca is a relative of the llama and belongs to the camelid family. It is bred in Peru, Chile and Bolivia. There are 2 known species of these animals - suri and huacaya, which differ in the structure of their fur. So, Suri’s wool resembles braids and is long. And Huacaya wool is more like plush. In this case, the material is divided into 4 varieties according to fiber thickness:
- baby alpaca;
- royal;
- adult;
- very soft.
Alpaca wool is highly valued throughout the planet. It is believed that it is 7 times warmer than sheep. It is also waterproof, which makes it an excellent material for creating outerwear. In addition, the advantage of this wool is that it is hypoallergenic. Therefore, an alpaca coat suits absolutely everyone. Also, an undoubted advantage is that this material does not contain fat, which means the products will be clean for a long time.
Advantages and disadvantages
The positive aspects of alpaca wool depend on the type of animal used. General positive qualities arise from the properties of this material:
- moisture resistant;
- soft and light;
- acts as a heat regulator;
- hypoallergenic;
- The fabric is suitable for children and animals, as it is not itchy. Fur is used to make interior items.
There are also a number of negative aspects:
- High cost of goods. Many people note that for the price of an alpaca wool product you can buy the best product.
- Reduced quality when mixing wool with synthetics. When trying to make alpaca clothing affordable, some important properties of the product are lost (softness and lightness, water resistance).
- Difficult to care for. Alpaca is a demanding fabric that requires careful care, so it is not surprising that many people refuse to buy a natural product due to difficulties with cleaning.
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Alpaca, like any other fabric, has its pros and cons, but due to its uniqueness, it has become widespread not only among fashion designers, but also among ordinary people.
Features of alpaca clothing
Things made from such wool will serve you for many years. At the same time, they will retain their original appearance. Alpaca coats, photos of which can be seen in this article, are usually sewn in a classic style, which means they always remain in fashion. The characteristics of the animal's fur allow even very sensitive people to wear these items. Moreover, soft fabric will not cause any discomfort.
An alpaca coat is a very expensive product. Moreover, it is in great demand, which significantly exceeds supply. These are quite rare animals, and the amount of wool obtained from them is limited. Happy owners of such coats do not regret spending the money to buy such comfortable, elegant, very durable and warm things.
Alpaca outerwear models
Such products hold their shape perfectly, so you can make a huge variety of models from this fabric. Mostly, alpaca coats are valued (photos of some of them can be seen in this article) in natural, natural shades. Although using dyes you can create a product of any color.
Typically, coats are made from mixed fabric. Wool, silk, and viscose fibers are added to alpaca wool. The silky, pleasant shine of the fabric makes the coat look spectacular and sophisticated. There are also very expensive, exclusive models made from 100% alpaca wool.
Alpaca coat cost
Prices for such models start at $300. Moreover, the cost of each product depends on the total wool content, its combination with various fibers, and the color of the fabric. The most expensive models are those made from pure white alpaca.
The high price is easily explained: no more than 3 kg of wool can be cut from one animal. Since an alpaca that lives in harsh climatic conditions should not be left without a “fur coat” at all. In addition, for the production of fabrics, only the wool of young animals is taken for sewing.
A coat made of alpaca and cashmere also looks interesting. This is a good choice for fashionistas who create their own wardrobe of stylish, high-quality and high-quality items.
Fashion models
Cost is a sticking point for any alpaca product, but the benefits outweigh this disadvantage. What alpaca coats are currently relevant, what is trending and at what price can you buy something that will last a long time and not become outdated, either morally or physically? Should we pay attention to old collections or look only at new trends? The most fashionable alpaca coats are below.
Italian
Presented by world famous brands that guarantee high quality. You can order directly from Italy, but delivery will be expensive, so it is better to use offers from intermediaries. Brands such as Armani, for example, have official representatives and a Russian-language website. On sale are both classic alpaca coats in natural colors and ultra-fashionable styles in bright colors:
- Model name: Armani.
- Price: 70,000 rubles.
- Characteristics: women's pink oversized, composition 70% alpaka, 30% wool, with snap buttons.
- Pros: stylish, warm.
- Cons: short, personal preference: you may not like the color.
Armani coats are fashionable, but the Anna Verdi brand is famous for its feminine styles and deep, beautiful shades. You can also order a coat from this Italian manufacturer on the official Russian-language website:
- Model name: ANNA VERDI (Mia Blanca).
- Price: 49,990 rub.
- Characteristics: demi-season outerwear with a silver fox fur collar, 75% alpaka, with Waltherm insulation, cocoa color.
- Pros: feminine, midi length, eye-pleasing shade, warm, detachable collar.
- Cons: without a collar it looks very simple, without decoration.
Belarusian
The most popular manufacturer is Sinar. Since Belarus is a CIS country, the prices of its companies are lower than those of famous brands. The quality, however, is no worse, since the wool for the products is ordered from Turkey and Italy. You won’t be able to order online – the official website provides only general information about the company, unless you use the services of intermediaries or look at things in company stores. In the new season, Sinar produces alpaca coats for both business ladies and young girls, but classic models prevail.
- Model name: SINAR T-6570.
- Price: 680 Belarusian rubles (about 19,800 rubles)
- Characteristics: winter, with fur collar, knee-length, wraparound, 55% alpaka.
- Pros: warm, appearance, natural fur (raccoon).
- Cons: the collar does not cover the throat.
SINAR does not produce ultra-fashionable products, but its traditional styles never go out of trend - taking into account the fact that alpaca is worn for a long time, you need to consider the option that the coat will be worn in 2021 and in 2021. However, stylish youth items can also be worn find.
- Model name: SINAR T-39001.
- Price: 174 Belarusian rubles (without discount 348 Belarusian rubles) about 5,050 rubles.
- Characteristics: white, demi-season, 55% alpaka.
- Pros: fashionable, minimalistic, inexpensive.
- Cons: white color.
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Made in Germany
The most popular coat brand in Germany, Schneider Salzburg, does not have stores in Russia; problems arise with the purchase of Hugo Boss and Escada products. You will only have to order this coat online:
- Model name: Schneider Salzburg.
- Price: 33,711 rub.
- Features: straight fit, deep purple, fall, 60% alpaka.
- Pros: style, quality.
- Cons: delivery from Germany.
Products from German brands look luxurious. But due to problems with delivery, they are recommended for purchase only if the intermediary has a confirmed agreement with the manufacturer, or if you are going to Germany yourself. Although, for the sake of such a winter coat, it might be worth it:
- Model name: Brillant.
- Price: 77,729 rub.
- Features: 75% alpaka, 25% mohair, premium white flowing fur coat, knee length, with hood.
- Pros: design, lining.
- Cons: cost.
Production St. Petersburg
The St. Petersburg brand Meldes cooperates with Italy, which indicates the quality of the products, and given that the company is Russian, their items are not difficult to find, either on the Internet or in a shopping center store. The new collection 2019-2020 is dominated by bright colors and checkered prints:
- Model name: Meldes
- Price: 30,800 rub.
- Characteristics: double-breasted, checkered, demi-season, with English collar, 38% alpaka, 38% mohair, 24% wool.
- Pros: stylish, warm, can be worn with or without a belt.
- Cons: small percentage of alpaka.
For those who do not like to stand out, the collection contains discreet shades with less interesting design solutions. Most dark coats are made with fur and lining and are produced for the winter season:
- Model name: Meldes
- Price: 41,400 rub.
- Characteristics: dark grey, belted, knee length, 78% suri alpaka.
- Pros: price, very warm.
- Cons: not found.
Winter coat
Outerwear for winter is complemented with fur cuffs, collars, and thicker lining. The percentage of alpaca content is higher than in demi-season products, since the heat resistance property of the item becomes especially important:
- Model name: ANNA VERDI (Mia Blanca).
- Price: 49,990 rub.
- Characteristics: winter, with silver fox fur, 75% alpaka, black, knee-length, straight cut.
- Pros: stylish, warm.
- Cons: The collar leaves the throat exposed.
The higher the percentage of alpaca and the more famous the brand, the more expensive the product. You can look for alternatives, buy an equally warm woolen coat from a Belarusian manufacturer, which will also warm you up in the winter cold:
- Model name: SINAR T-6582.
- Price: 575.94 Belarusian rubles (about 17,600 rubles)
- Characteristics: black, winter, with arctic fox fur, straight, knee-length, 55% alpaka.
- Pros: closed collar, keeps warm, reasonable price.
- Cons: not found.
Demi-season
The advantages of demi-season alpaca wool coats are that, unlike regular jackets, you can wear them until December without fear of freezing. And this is without a huge number of covered sweaters, so it will not only be warm, but also comfortable. Designers offer styles for every taste:
- Model name: ANNA VERDI (Mia Blanca)
- Price: RUR 15,990 (without discount RUB 39,990)
- Characteristics: cream, demi-season, with a wrap, with buttons, with a mink collar.
- Pros: cost, design, 75% alpaka.
- Cons: open collar.
SINAR offers interesting product options: deep shades and unusual cuts. In addition, although the company does not produce 100% alpaca coats, it clearly does not skimp on the material:
- Model name: SINAR T-2843
- Price: 168 Belarusian rubles (about 5,000 rubles)
- Characteristics: loose-fitting outerwear, without a belt, chocolate shade.
- Pros: 75% alpaka, cost.
- Cons: not found.
Hooded
There are few coats with a hood on sale, but a couple of models are in the new 2019-2020 collection from Meldes. The percentage of alpaca is small, but it contains natural wool, so these things will keep you warm until November:
- Model name: Meldes.
- Price: 24,800 rub.
- Characteristics: demi-season, with a hood, belt included, 20% wool, 11% alpaka.
- Pros: knee-length, closed, checkered print (black and white).
- Cons: small percentage of alpaca wool.
There are not many models with a hood on the SINAR website, but the brand pleases with its design, price and quality. This product can even replace a winter down jacket:
- Model name: SINAR T-6005
- Price: 504.6 Belarusian rubles (approximately 14,7000 rubles)
- Characteristics: brown, autumn, with a hood, 75% alpaka.
- Pros: long, closed, has a hood.
- Cons: not found.
Alpaca short coat
A short coat differs from traditional coats in length: it is above the knees or even reaches only the hips. The advantage of the heat resistance of the wool of the South American animal plays a special role in this case: it prevents such important internal organs as the kidneys from freezing. This is an unpopular style for alpacas, but from a number of manufacturers you can find a couple of interesting products:
- Model name: SINAR T-6006
- Price: 459 bel. rub. (about 13,800 rub.)
- Characteristics: white demi-season short coat with a hood, belted, 75% suri alpaka.
- Pros: warm, cozy, hood.
- Cons: white color.
Short coats are often chosen by young girls, because mature women begin to value warmth more than fashion and pay attention to closed long products. Therefore, the new SINAR collection has many trendy styles and interesting solutions at affordable prices:
- Model name: SINAR T-5668
- Price: 188 bel. rub. (about RUR 5,640)
- Characteristics: black asymmetrical short coat with closed collar, 75% alpaka.
- Pros: design, appearance, cost, covers the hips.
- Cons: not found.
