Love the jacket but the crossbody chain on sable makes me sweat!
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three beautiful coats, and being obsessed over sable is something I know quite well
the third one is simply amazing in my opinion; I'm planning to get something like that as well - my furrier is working on the design right now. maybe in a lighter color since the other sable coats I have are already in that dark brown, I think the next should will a bit different
All beauties. Just depends on style you want. That third collar might bother me but that’s me. I have a bolero style I don’t wear much but the ones you posted are totally wearable. Let us know what you decide. Can’t go wrong with any of them!
The season for scrumptious sable is here.
Here is my feedback on these 3 coats:
#1 Style is old-school glamour. Depending on your climate, that huge shawl collar might be too hot.
#2 Perfection: the colour and the style. The notch collar makes it wearable dressy or casual IMO.
#3 Colour of the skins could be tricky depending on your complexion. Perfect if you’re a “winter” and do well in cool tones. The puffer jacket style is ironic and fun, and quite casual.
Good luck deciding.
three beautiful coats, and being obsessed over sable is something I know quite well
the third one is simply amazing in my opinion; I'm planning to get something like that as well - my furrier is working on the design right now. maybe in a lighter color since the other sable coats I have are already in that dark brown, I think the next should will a bit different
The season for scrumptious sable is here.
Here is my feedback on these 3 coats:
#1 Style is old-school glamour. Depending on your climate, that huge shawl collar might be too hot.
#2 Perfection: the colour and the style. The notch collar makes it wearable dressy or casual IMO.
#3 Colour of the skins could be tricky depending on your complexion. Perfect if you’re a “winter” and do well in cool tones. The puffer jacket style is ironic and fun, and quite casual.
Good luck deciding.
Thank you!! I appreciate the feedback! I'm in Toronto, and it's been -13C this week! I've pulled my minks out of storage, but I've always lusted after sable.... (Who hasn't?)
Hard to tell with the middle example because of the way the model is sitting. Potentially, it could be my favourite as I like the proper collar. I think it may have 3/4 sleeves(?)
The first may pull off your shoulders, I think it's a pretty wide coat with long arms unless you tie it up (as in the pic). Of course you will be saving on gloves and it will be quite a look. It could also have once upon a time been a longer coat as it seems very top-heavy.
The third is lovely but not my favourite colour and the neckline won't do you any favours unless you are very petite. Of course if you are petit and also have a cool-tone colouring it could be the best one for you.
If you're in Europe you could ask Liska (Austrian) to make you one. I found them very reasonable for sable. Farfetch sell the brand and they have also made for Fendi and lots of other designers that sell fur.
The season for scrumptious sable is here.
Here is my feedback on these 3 coats:
#1 Style is old-school glamour. Depending on your climate, that huge shawl collar might be too hot.
#2 Perfection: the colour and the style. The notch collar makes it wearable dressy or casual IMO.
#3 Colour of the skins could be tricky depending on your complexion. Perfect if you’re a “winter” and do well in cool tones. The puffer jacket style is ironic and fun, and quite casual.
Good luck deciding.
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Thanks, PT! I think you hit the nail on the head with the first one. I love the shape of the collar, but it does seem disproportionate for a stroller.
In my new city where people in general are lower key, I lean on my reversible sable to keep my warm. It’s fully lined inside and outside is a normal cotton coat. I posted two pictures to show the outside and the lining inside...
I noticed I haven’t worn my other heavy sable coat as much since 1) it’s never THAT cold 2) people just don’t wear full length as much here.... has anyone remodel their sable to shorter length? If so, would you mind sharing your experience? I’ve heard it takes around $3k to remodel so I’m curious whether its worth it (well yes a lot cheaper than buying a new one that’s for sure)?
Thanks for letting me share!
I noticed I haven’t worn my other heavy sable coat as much since 1) it’s never THAT cold 2) people just don’t wear full length as much here.... has anyone remodel their sable to shorter length? If so, would you mind sharing your experience? I’ve heard it takes around $3k to remodel so I’m curious whether its worth it (well yes a lot cheaper than buying a new one that’s for sure)?
Thanks for letting me share!
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In my new city where people in general are lower key, I lean on my reversible sable to keep my warm. It’s fully lined inside and outside is a normal cotton coat. I posted two pictures to show the outside and the lining inside...
I noticed I haven’t worn my other heavy sable coat as much since 1) it’s never THAT cold 2) people just don’t wear full length as much here.... has anyone remodel their sable to shorter length? If so, would you mind sharing your experience? I’ve heard it takes around $3k to remodel so I’m curious whether its worth it (well yes a lot cheaper than buying a new one that’s for sure)?
Thanks for letting me share!
Beautiful fur! Gorgeus! I have a mink coat in beige/grey but would prefer also in beige/brown to match my gold birkin.
It seems a little bit expensive! I just made some alterations and in my country price is around 500 € always for all kind of alterations and cleaning included!
that’s so good to know!! I’m so glad to hear it... where I am, it seems to two different pricing. One for “locals”, and one for foreigners like me. May I ask if you have shortened yours, or a complete remodeling?
Sable is far far more expensive than mink and I would imagine alterations are also expensive. If you have a full length sable I’m not sure I’d touch it. These coats are more rare and quite pricey. I have a sable bolero I posted on here way back and contemplated what to do with it but ultimately kept as is. My furrier drools over it as compared to my minks and other furs.that’s so good to know!! I’m so glad to hear it... where I am, it seems to two different pricing. One for “locals”, and one for foreigners like me. May I ask if you have shortened yours, or a complete remodeling?
I’ve never seen reversible sable and yours is just gorgeous!
I’ve had family member alter full length mink, including shortening, taking in shoulders, adding hood with excess fur. I believe it was either $1,200 or $1,800. Came out beautiful and wearable.
In New York my furrier remodeled a short sable jacket to a long vest for around $1.9k back in the days... i don’t know if I overpaid or not, but it was, like you said, wearable and worth it! The problem here is that I maybe wear the long sable coat 3 times a year, maximum. My mom told me to keep it as it is, but I’m too young to wear full length sable where I am. Most women my age wear mid length (to the knee) or shorter. But my mom said eventually I would wear full length as I get older, I get colder! So I don’t know... the verdict is still out. The other thing is, the craftsmanship is also important to me. I am going to completely change the lining to washed silk, and add a hood while shorten the length. Would this be something a “normal” furrier can do? Or does it have to be a skilled one? I have no idea!!!
I understand your predicament. I have a full length mink I don’t wear often either because of its length. Not practical for daily wear, grocery shopping, etc. Can you ask around for reputable furriers? I would not want to entrust a sable coat with just anyone. What about purchasing a new shorter coat for daily wear or is that out of the question? Otherwise maybe you are right and altering what you have might be a good idea. I would not make it too short. I just hate seeing a beautiful full length sable chopped up but at the same time $3 grand or even less is never going to buy you a brand new shorter sable so maybe it’s worth it. Ugh I’m no help. But how pissed will your mom be? You have to factor in the mom guilt. Lol. Good luck deciding. Keep us posted.