Most people wouldn’t think twice about wearing a coat made from any other material when it’s raining. However, many people are hesitant to wear real fur coats out in the rain. Before you feel like you have to choose your other outerwear whenever rain threatens, learn why it is okay to wear your real fur coat in the rain. After all, animals don’t go inside when the rain starts to fall.

Naturally Repellent

One of the biggest reasons you can wear your furs outside in the rain is because animal fur is naturally repellent of water. Both the guard hairs and the natural oils found in furs provide the ability to shed water away from the leather and keep it dry. This is the same reason animals don’t typically mind being out in the rain. This means your average rain and snow storms are perfectly safe for your coat. As long as it isn’t immersed in the water, no damage will be done.

What Happens If It Gets Wet?

If your real fur coats get wet, it’s important to learn how to effectively dry them without damaging the furs. It can be tempting to throw your fur coat in the dryer or hang it in the sun or near another heat source to dry it faster before damage occurs. However, this is the worst method of drying your furs. Instead, keep them out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat sources. Hang it up on a padded hanger in a well ventilated area and allow it to air dry. Once it is completely dry, you can return it to the closet or other location where you typically store the coat.

What If the Coat Is Saturated?

While fur coats can get wet, the real problem occurs when the coat becomes saturated. In these situations, it is important to seek professional help. Once you get home, seal your coat in a bag and take it to your furrier. He will be able to dry your coat without causing damage.

The next time rain or snow is in the forecast, don’t worry about whether you should wear real fur coats or another coat made from a different material. Fur coats are designed to repel the water and can easily air dry once you get home. However, if your coat becomes saturated, you will need help from a professional furrier to prevent damage.

If your fur coat is too wet to air dry, contact us. We can help you prevent damage to your real furs.