A fur vest has been present in the autumn-spring wardrobe of fashionistas for several seasons in a row. Due to its practicality and versatility, the same vest can be appropriate both at work and in a holiday outfit. For a vest to truly become an indispensable item, it must be chosen correctly. You also need to review your wardrobe and choose things that will be appropriate to combine with a vest in various situations. Having decided what to wear with a fur vest, you can start looking for the ideal model.
Fur vest: how to choose?
When choosing fur vests, you need to pay attention to several characteristics of the model in order to buy the thing you really need. First of all, you need to decide what kind of fur the vest should be made of: natural or artificial?
Not only the thermal insulation properties of the product, but also its practicality depend on the material. Natural fur is more demanding to care for and requires certain storage conditions. But, at the same time, natural furs are much warmer than artificial ones. When choosing a vest as outerwear, you should give preference to natural materials.
The style of the product plays an important role. Vests can be fitted or loose-fitting, shortened or long enough, with or without a hood.
The versatility of this wardrobe item depends on the style. For example, models with a hood are more suitable for city walks and sporting events, but are unlikely to be approved in the office dress code.
Those with slender figures can afford to wear a fur vest of any style. Short and fitted models will only emphasize the ideal shape. Loose-fitting vests will help hide certain problem areas of the figure. If you have wide hips, it is better to give preference to a mid-thigh length vest. Disproportionally narrow hips will be smoothed out by a vest that completely covers this part of the body.
If you have narrow shoulders, it is better to choose a shortened model with long pile. It will visually straighten the silhouette.
A well-chosen model of a fur vest will visually hide many figure flaws. Products with removable decorative elements (hood, belt) are more versatile. They can simultaneously serve as a basic wardrobe element for different looks and styles.
You need to choose a fur vest taking into account your body shape and wearing conditions.
Types of fur vests
The choice of any fur product is based on personal preference. A high-quality vest does not have to be made of natural fur. Now faux fur has most of the qualities of natural fur, but its cost is more affordable and animals do not suffer for the sake of a beautiful thing.
It is these factors that explain the popularity of faux fur vests. Although natural fur is still considered an indicator of wealth, which often tilts the choice in its direction.
When choosing a vest with thick, fluffy fur, you need to consider that it will add additional volume. Women with curvaceous figures do not need this. Vests made of smooth mink fur or any sheared fur are more suitable for them.
Long fleecy fur can act as decor, performing a corrective role. For example, a vest made of sheared fur may have a collar made of the same fur, but untouched. This model will visually enlarge your bust.
There is a wide variety of natural fur from which clothing and accessories are made.
Llama, raccoon and coyote fur have been popular over the last few seasons. In terms of wear resistance, llama fur vests are not inferior to the famous arctic fox or mink, but they add a certain exoticism to the image. In conditions of high humidity, this fur curls a little, which looks very unusual and interesting.
Raccoon fur is very light and quite warm, and has beautiful shimmer when exposed to sunlight. Coyote fur is ideal for everyday wear in the office. It costs less than the more popular fox or arctic fox, but is warm and soft.
The heat-retaining qualities of the vest and its wear resistance depend on the chosen fur.
What to wear with a fur vest?
You need to select clothes for a vest based on the model of the fur product and the characteristics of your figure. This universal type of outerwear can be combined with almost all types of trousers and skirts. Shoes can also be varied.
A classic youth combination is a mid-thigh fur vest, skinny jeans and heeled shoes. Under a short vest, you need to choose high-waisted trousers or jeans. Leggings, jeggings and even opaque colored tights are perfect for an elongated model. The image looks more harmonious and correct if the clothing worn under the vest is no longer than the fur product itself.
For an office option, a combination of a fur vest and a pencil skirt is suitable. Classic heels and modest jewelry will complete the look. In cold weather, you can wear a golf jacket or jumper under the vest, and for warm weather, a T-shirt or T-shirt with wide straps is suitable. A vest will also look interesting with a long skirt if you choose a skirt of a laconic design, without decoration and in a single color. The vest is already a rather colorful and attention-grabbing detail of the toilet; numerous decorations will be superfluous.
The combination of a fur vest and short shorts, denim or leather, looks original and daring.
This tandem is suitable for young girls who want to attract attention. With a tight-fitting dress of any length, the vest will look quite romantic. This option can be complemented with modest jewelry and a small handbag or clutch.
A fur vest is even worn over other outerwear, a thin jacket or raincoat. The combination of fur and leather jacket looks good. But even a vest worn over a drape coat will look bold and warm. In this case, you can choose ankle boots with a small fur trim.
A fur vest is a fairly voluminous wardrobe item, so the remaining details of the look should be a tight-fitting cut.