If you have one or more fur coats sitting in the back of your closet collecting dust, it might be time to pull them out. Whether they were your grandmother’s antiques or you bought one many years ago and are tired of its color, there are ways to spruce it up once again, making it feel brand new. Dying vintage furs is a great way to add variation to your wardrobe and have a coat that feels like new to you.
New Colors
Many furs can easily be dyed by professional furriers to give you the exact hue you desire. This is a great option for those who have tired of the original color, but the fur is still in beautiful condition. These coats are an investment that can last a lifetime when properly cared for. Rather than tossing yours to the back of the closet, consult with your furrier to see what colors he can dye it to give you an entirely new look.
Renew an Old Coat
Many people find themselves recipients of old fur coats from a grandmother, aunt or other close relative but don’t know what to do with them. Rather than disposing of it or leaving it neglected, you can choose to have it dyed. The transformation any coat undergoes is simply amazing, taking it from outerwear you wouldn’t want to wear to a piece you love and will wear often.
Recycle and Keep the Value
It’s common knowledge that furs offer great investment value. Whether yours is fairly new or old, you can reinstate its value simply by updating it. This allows you to keep your investment or the investment of a loved one, yet make it updated or more modern than it originally was. Sometimes the value in a fur coat is more than its monetary value but its sentimental value. If your coat is from a loved one and you can’t bear to part with it, simply tweaking it a little will allow you to keep the sentimental value and wear it more often.
More Use
When you dye fur coats to the color you wish to have, you are likely to wear it more often. Choose a color that matches a majority of your wardrobe or a neutral color you can wear with just about anything. Ask your furrier about the colors that would work best with your coat to get the professional look you desire.
