Coat fabric

Looking for such an irreplaceable thing in your wardrobe as a coat, you probably wondered: why do the models, which are outwardly similar in style and cut, differ so much in their price? In fact, the answer is simple: the determining factor in this case will be the fabric from which the product is sewn.

We all buy coats for more than one season, and therefore the choice of material must be given due attention, including if you decide to sew a new thing yourself.

The types of fabrics for sewing coats differ in a number of ways:

• the main type of material (cotton, woolen, synthetic fiber base);
• fabric structure (pile, cloth, fine cloth);
• the type of thread in the fabric (regular, twisted, double);
• relief
• color (plain or melange fabric)

Woolen fabrics in the production of coats have long been at the forefront due to their external qualities and functional characteristics. They are surprisingly warm, comfortable and lightweight at the same time.

Wool-based fabrics differ in composition. They can be pure wool (almost 100% wool) or semi-wool (about 50% wool, the rest is synthetic fibers).

Let us dwell in more detail on the first group of fabrics.

The coat fabric is one hundred percent wool, dense, but at the same time very soft to the touch, therefore it can be easily draped.

It is a rough material made from yarns with large knots in the warp or in the weft, spaced at a certain distance from each other, resulting in a knobby structure. Due to puffs, this fabric can easily deform and lose its presentable appearance. In addition, due to its loose structure, it gets dirty quickly and is difficult to clean.

The fabric with a diagonal weave, loose and stiff, is made from twisted yarn (as a rule, summer coats are sewn from it).

A fabric with a melange effect, rough to the touch, but elastic at the same time, pleasant and practical to wear.

This is a woolen fabric that does not cause allergic manifestations, has healing properties (beneficial for joint problems), and is durable to wear.

Stiff fabric with a short standing pile on the right side.

Camel wool has a characteristic light brown color, is very soft, and excellently retains warmth. Such wool, of course, belongs to the expensive, as well as the wool of goats and llamas.

Cashmere is the most elite fabric for the production of coats; the finest fibers (twice as thin as a human hair) from the undercoat of cashmere goats are used for its manufacture. As a rule, it is monochromatic, but it can be painted in a variety of colors, from pastel to flashy.

Let's give examples of semi-woolen fabrics.

The same cashmere can include silk, viscose (which to some extent changes its properties).

The drape varies in composition: in addition to wool (often mottled), it can include nylon, viscose, nitron, polyester. It is a heavy, bulky tissue.

The pattern can be large or small. From the inside, the drape has a felt-like structure, which allows it to perfectly retain heat and protect well from the wind.

Crepe contains viscose, nylon and nitron fibers. Has a rough structure, strongly stretches when worn.

These fabrics are also practical. They are wear-resistant, hygroscopic, do not cause allergies, are easy to use, differ in the thickness of the yarn and the way of weaving the thread. As for coats, a whole range of cotton-based fabrics are used for their production. Let's take a look at some of them.

Raincoat fabric is a lightweight, wrinkle-free fabric treated with a water-repellent impregnation, usually used for light coat models.

Felted knitwear combines softness and a rough surface with a pile in its structure, it is very convenient to process, its fit is ideal, light, but at the same time warm, practically does not wrinkle. The front and back sides of it do not differ.

Jacquard is a fairly durable material, although its mass is insignificant. Outwardly, it is similar to a tapestry, it looks amazing due to the intricate pattern (usually the image of flowers). The fabric is durable and easy to clean.

Bouclé fabric can also be cotton-based.

Velor is a fabric with a soft pile on the surface, velvety to the touch, looks very presentable and expensive, at the same time warm and practical, but can be wiped off with a long wear.

Corduroy has a fleecy ribbed surface that resembles velvet in appearance.

Boiled cotton (mercerized) - cotton that has been treated with a special compound. The result is a noble shine, rich color, and increased durability. Products made from this material practically do not shrink and do not wrinkle.

Prints are various images applied to any surface, in this case, the fabric from which the coat is sewn. This is one of the ways to attract attention to yourself, to emphasize your individuality.

There are prints that never go out of fashion, for example, "herringbone" (another name for "corners", "broken strip"). As a rule, the herringbone is usually done in restrained colors (black, shades of gray and brown). It can be vertical or horizontal.

Another equally popular print is “goose foot”. It is very stylish and attracts attention with its lines and ornamentation. Traditionally, the “foot” is black and white, but now it is found in a wide variety of color combinations. The size of the cells can vary from a few millimeters to tens of centimeters.

We should also mention other prints that designers use when creating various coat models. This is a cage that many associate with a warm blanket.

For several seasons, the strip (vertical or horizontal) does not go out of fashion.

Many women of fashion prefer animal prints (tiger and leopard prints in the first place). And, of course, don't forget about polka dots and geometric patterns.

Important note: if you choose a coat with a print, then complement it with plain clothes, and no flashy accessories.

With all the variety of assortment presented by the modern fashion industry, what exactly should you give preference to?

You choose, of course, yourself, because each person has his own perception of the fabric, the same material causes different tactile sensations in different people. It should be remembered that outerwear should not only have a presentable look, but, first of all, be practical and functional.