When choosing a product, check the fur for “stability”: stroking the pile from top to bottom and from bottom to top, pay attention that it is elastic, quickly acquires its original shape, does not crumble, does not break. Take a closer look at the selection of skins: the color of the fur boots should be even and neat, the fur itself should be thick and smooth, and in no case should the skins crackle - this means that the dressing is not of very high quality and soon the skin may burst, and it will be quite enough to restore such boots complicated. Inner lining shoes should be made of double shoe bikes or overcoat cloth, this type is approved by GOST, it is durable and retains heat best of all.

For the manufacture of fur boots, a variety of materials are used: elk fur, cowhide, foal skin, but the most common deer skin. The most popular and expensive material for fur boots is deer skins. When purchasing high boots made of light camus, the buyer must be prepared for careful care: moisture must be avoided, otherwise the fur may turn yellow in places over time, such shoes should be removed very carefully - not with the toe to the heel, but with your hands so that the fur does not “bald”, but also clean regularly with a soft dry cloth.

Dark shades of high fur boots are valued more, they are more durable and look richer. Now in the salons of winter shoes, dyed high boots of dark brown color without “gray hair” are often sold. You should not look for cons in such high fur boots, because now there are special paints, and modern technology allows them to dye fur without prejudice to the latter. In addition, such boots do not fade in the sun.

Run a wet hand or cloth over the fur. If there are no traces of paint, then the boots are of high quality. If traces of paint are visible, then it is better to refuse to buy such shoes. Let us explain that the fur boots are mainly stained because it was not possible to match the skins by color or they had some minor defects. However, the service life of painted high fur boots is the same as that of ordinary ones - 2-4 years, depending on the operating conditions.

Proper dressing of paws is the key to good wear of high fur boots. Skins should not crackle, crack when compressed and, by the way, should not smell of fat, because during dressing all fat must be removed from the skin, otherwise the fur may burst and even “burn” over time - it smells bad.

Another important indicator of the quality of high fur boots is correctly stitched welts. Welts - a border made of a piece of hard leather with a thickness of not more than 2.5 mm, to which the sole and fur are sewn. Please note that the threads with which the sole is sewn must be buried in a “groove” with a depth of no more than 2 mm. If you see threads at the bottom of the sole, you can be sure that soon they will wear off from walking, the sole will fall apart, and you will have to go to the workshop. The color of the threads does not play a role - this is already a matter of taste, the main thing is to know that the stitch on the welts should be no more than 5-7 mm (2 stitches per 1 cm) and carefully go one after another. At the same time, the threads must be well tightened, the welts themselves are made of special hard leather, and not from home-made improvised means like a belt.

The sole is made of felt glued in several layers or of felt combined with rubber. The sole with rubber is more wear-resistant, however, for a long stay in the cold, it is recommended to wear high boots with soles made of pure felt.

Keeping warm and comfortable to wear also depends on the lining. It is sewn at factories from overcoat cloth or from a special double-sided shoe bike approved by GOST for insulation and improvement of thermal insulation properties. You can also find a lining of faux fur, sheepskin or felt cloth, which is also considered a good material for lining high boots. But if you buy shoes from a private person, then pay attention that the lining is not made of drape or some other fabric at hand: they are short-lived and keep heat worse.

Classic sew from kamus. This is the name of the skin of animals, located from the hoof to the knee. The warmest skins are in deer, red deer, elk - animals living in harsh conditions. This heat is provided by the special structure of the hair. Each deer hair is like a tube, which has a great many tiny pores, which contain motionless warm air. This design, created by nature itself, envelops the human feet with stable soft warmth.

How not to make a mistake when buying high fur boots, we asked an expert - CEO factories "Aikhal" Alexey Shulyga:

The main value of high fur boots is fur, so it is he who needs to be paid attention when choosing shoes. It should be exactly the skin of a deer, red deer or elk. At present, there are many Chinese fakes made from horse or cow skins. These shoes are cheaper and not as warm. Real high fur boots made of camus cannot be cheap, because in order to sew one pair, you need to get two or three animals.

The right sole of the high boots will protect you from moisture and frost. Photo: From the personal archive

You can't wear high boots every day. They just don't dry out. Experts recommend wearing them at temperatures no higher than 15-20 degrees below zero. To dry, it is necessary to tightly stuff the boots with newspaper and in no case put the shoes on the battery, so that the skin does not become hard and does not break.

The durability of the shoes will ensure high-quality dressing. It is very difficult to check when buying. The only thing that can be advised is to purchase high fur boots from a large trusted manufacturer who is responsible. For example, we make our skins at specialized factories using modern technologies. Private masters, as a rule, use handicrafts based on sulfuric acid, which destroys the skin.

Next, pay attention to the sole. In high-quality high boots there is an inner felt insole of about 8 mm, then another one of the same - already visible, then the sole itself. Such diversity is not accidental. Its main task is protection from moisture and frost. The sole should be covered with a layer of prevention so that no threads are visible on it. Prevention gives an anti-slip effect and protects the threads in the seams from moisture and abrasion.

The next detail of the high boots is the lining. Today you can find shoes with sheepskin inside, but this is a waste of money. Such high boots are difficult to use: they are difficult to dry! It should also be taken into account that they are not intended for one year, and the sheepskin is quickly shuffled off, after which it is uncomfortable to wear high boots. Northern peoples, where this shoe is the main one in winter period, never put a sheepskin lining inside. Traditional high boots are sewn with a lining of thin, light fabrics that are durable to wear and dry easily: for example, from industrial shoe fur, 50% consisting of natural fibers. This is best option giving long wear and lightness. At the same time, one must understand that the lining here does not affect the heat, because. it is not he who warms the leg, but the very structure of the skin.

Fur boots - optimal winter shoes for kids. Photo: From the personal archive

Of course, all these subtleties are observed in high fur boots, sewn at specialized factories or ateliers. It is from them that you can buy shoes that will delight you for many years. In addition, serious manufacturers give a guarantee for their products, and are also ready to accept high boots for repair, replacement of a beaded pattern or sole.

The Siberian winter makes us take a responsible approach to the issue of footwear. Fur boots are gaining momentum every year and occupy a confident position in the wardrobe of connoisseurs of fashionable shoes. At first appearance Fur boots were unremarkable: they served only for protection and convenience. The shoes consisted of two parts: the shaft and the boot. The shaft was designed to protect against snow: there was a strap on the top, which was tightened before walking and thus prevented snow from entering the boot. And the sole had to provide warmth, so it was made from sheep's wool. It took a lot of time to create one pair of such shoes. Then skillful craftsmen began to create a wide variety of patterns on them: with threads and beads.

After some time, modern designers and trendsetters turned their attention to the shoes of the northern peoples. Today you can see a huge variety and abundance of high boots at fashion shows, in photos in magazines, and of course the legs of Hollywood stars. Wide range of flowers will turn the head of any fashionista. However, the most popular is black, a universal color. You can safely wear such high boots with any top.

How and with what to wear high boots?

It is important to know what to wear with high fur boots before buying such fur boots. Designers and stylists are unanimous in their opinion that high boots are purely street shoes that are designed for walking on snow and ice. That is, in fur boots you can go for a walk in the forest, take a walk with your child, or just go about business in the cold. This is proper shoes for giving and a country house, high boots are easy to put on, take off, they are warm and comfortable.

Fur boots look good with any not long fur clothing (or lined with fur). They can be worn with a short fur coat, the fur color of which should at least slightly harmonize with the color of the fur of the boots. It is important to observe the combination of fur texture and color palette. A down jacket or sheepskin coat is also combined with high boots, it is desirable that the fur does not look very voluminous. When selecting outerwear, it is preferable to choose things to the middle or above the knee. Tight jeans with fluffy high boots, an inflated jacket and a voluminous fur hat with earflaps harmonize very well. It always looks very fresh and relevant! Complete the set with fur mittens and a scarf, this combination is very cute and feminine. If the high boots themselves contain fashionable prints, then it will be spectacular if you have the same print not only on a dress or bag, but also on a stylish sleeveless jacket. The world designer "Oscar De La Renta" offers to wear sweater dresses and leggings with high fur boots. And the Fashion House "Paco Rabanne" demonstrates high boots in combination with classic clothes. When choosing high fur boots, you should not rely only on fashion trends. It is also advisable to take into account your complexion.

High boots are bought by people different ages and prosperity. The stars are no exception. Heidi Klum (German top model, actress and presenter) often visits the mountain town of Aspen, because high fur boots for her are comfortable boots in a harsh winter climate. High boots are equally popular with both women and men. Most often, high fur boots are chosen by young men. Pete Wentz (American musician) is one of those stellar handsome men who appreciate style and comfort, so high boots fit into his wardrobe just in time.

Mongolian high fur boots are a classic for every lover of hunting and other winter activities. They keep warm for a long time and allow you not to freeze even in the most dank weather. No wonder many men choose them for long hikes in the forest.

But high boots are suitable not only for specialized or extreme wearing. Such shoes perfectly cope with the conditions of megacities, especially when it comes to the cities of the North. Unfortunately, if the winter is slushy, then the high boots will quickly get wet and may lose their properties. Abundant moisture and salt from the roads have a destructive effect on natural fur boots and quickly render them unusable. Otherwise, this is just an excellent invention, proven not just for years, but for hundreds of years!

The advantages of such shoes:

Fur boots are made entirely from natural materials: fur, felt, leather - nothing superfluous, no plastic accessories or artificial leather.

Real fur boots are able to withstand very low temperatures - up to -50 degrees! Highly suitable shoes for those who love a lot and stay in the cold for a long time.

Despite enough original look, unta - fashion footwear, in them you will not look ridiculous. And how many types of shoes can boast a combination of comfort, warmth and a pleasant appearance at the same time?

Care for such shoes is minimal, but you should not ignore it - then the boots will last a very long time.

Unlike other shoes, the feet do not sweat in high boots. This is due to the hygroscopicity of the fur and leather used in production. Thanks to them, excess moisture does not linger in the boots for a long time.

A stable rubberized sole, which today is available in almost every new model, will protect the wearer from falling, and the shoes themselves from abrasion and moisture.

Fur boots can be worn in the city, and on winter hunting or fishing. But for different types activities to choose different shoes. Not all boots are suitable for wearing both in the city and in nature at the same time.

What high fur boots to buy - how to make the right choice?

To do this, you need to imagine the process of their production. Manufacturing technology has passed through time almost unchanged. Proper Mongolian boots by 80% - handmade. Only the lining is made using sewing machine. The term for creating such products is about three days, but sometimes more. As the basis for such shoes, kamus is used, for example, from the extra warm skin of a horse.

Which high boots are the best?

Depending on what they are bought for, high boots can be divided into two types:

1. For outings into nature (winter hunting, fishing, hiking).

2. To move around the city.

High boots for hunting are more reliable and protected from hard frost. They are designed specifically to be able to go through impassability and large snowdrifts without much difficulty and without snow getting into the boots. Their lightness is important, because even the most hardy men will not be able to walk for a long time with massive shoes on foot. One of the factors when choosing boots for hunting is their noiselessness. Who wants to frighten off a long-stalked animal with a careless loud step? In this regard, high boots are an indispensable thing, they will give absolute silence to the gait. Hunting high boots are men's boots, but girls can also please themselves by wearing special feminine models for walking through the forest or the city. Fur boots are in no way inferior to other types of shoes and can even compete with them in showiness. And in terms of keeping warm and comfortable socks, they simply have no equal! It is especially pleasant that you don’t have to pick up a special outfit for high fur boots - they go well with many things. But when choosing such shoes, you should remember a few rules that will extend the service life and eliminate problems in operation:

Do not wear high boots if it is slushy and wet outside.

Do not dry shoes on a radiator, just leave them in a warm room.

Best kept in cardboard box to get rid of moths.

Fur boots are warm and fashionable shoes worn by men, women and sometimes children. With the onset of cold weather, we dream of comfort, which cannot be achieved if our feet freeze in unsuitable shoes. Natural fur boots are suitable for harsh Russian winters, but not everyone knows how to choose them correctly.

Varieties of high fur boots

To understand how to choose the right boots, you should study their varieties. Classic models are made from deer, elk and other animal skins. This is the name of the skin, located from the knee down to the hoof. Each hair on the skin from this part has a tubular shape and a porous structure (warm air is contained in the pores).

The stores offer a variety of men's and women's high boots, but black models are especially popular, which are combined with any clothing. White high boots made of deer are considered rare, but they look very gentle and stylish.

In Russia, popular high fur boots for women with silver fox, decorated with laces, different applications, tassels, embroidery or ornaments. The red models of these shoes, which differ in shades, also look interesting. Those who wish will find on sale red high fur boots with inserts of expensive furs of the following animals:

• arctic fox;
• mink;
• raccoon.

These shoes are not cheap and give any image brightness and individuality.

There are also Mongolian high fur boots, which look like warm and comfortable boots with natural fur. Such models are chosen by people living in regions with the coldest winters. If you need something original, pay attention to colored women's high boots, decorated with decorative elements.

What to look for when choosing boots?

You can understand how to choose high boots from skins by understanding the details. Pay attention to the cost of shoes, because models made from natural materials cannot be cheap. The average price range varies between 3,000-5,000 rubles - in this case, the fur will be real, not artificial. In general, fur is an advantage of high fur boots, so you should look at it first of all. On sale, fakes made from the skins of cows or horses often come across - they are cheaper, but less warm.

The sole is another important criterion for choosing boots. Normal models have a multilayer structure:

• felt insole up to 8-10 mm thick;
• under it is another basic insole;
• then the sole.

This complex structure protects the feet from cold and moisture. on the sole good products there is a so-called prevention - a special layer that closes the threads and creates an anti-slip effect.

Examine and feel the lining when you choose high boots from the skins of any animal. There are shoes with sheepskin, but you hardly need it (overpay in vain). Such models are difficult to care for, as they are not easy to dry, and the sheepskin is also gradually shuffled out. The right lining should be made from a lightweight, thin fabric that dries quickly and doesn't fray. For example:

• ordinary bike;
• overcoat cloth;
• wool on a fabric basis.

Shoes with such a lining are comfortable to wear and do not lose their original state for a long time.

To choose high-quality and wear-resistant shoes that will last you more than one season, use helpful tips optional uns:

• Look for thick and dense fur. Squeeze it with your fingers and see how quickly it straightens out. Natural fur high quality does not crumble and does not break.
• High quality high fur boots do not have the smell of rancid fat. If you feel it, the manufacturer violates the technology of dressing fur.
• If the fur is dyed, this will not spoil its quality, but it is important that the paint does not wash off. Run a damp hand or a rag over the shoes, and if there is any paint left, don't buy the shoes.
• Dark fur boots resist wear and tear better, but are more expensive.
• The fur on the outside must be carefully stitched: the line is not interrupted and the skin does not stick out from under the seam.
• Feel the sole and make sure it is firmly in place and does not come off anywhere. High boots should be securely stitched, and the stitching should be slightly recessed.

How to determine the size of high boots when choosing?

Men's and women's high boots have a common dimensional grid, and the rules for their selection are also similar. Shoes should sit freely, without restricting the mobility of the fingers. tight shoes does not retain heat inside and creates an uncomfortable microclimate for the legs. Choose the size so that there is 10-15 mm of free space inside.

When ordering shoes via the Internet, measure the insole of casual shoes, add a margin and select high boots, focusing on the size table:

High boots size chart

Rules for wearing and care

It is not enough to figure out how to buy natural high boots, you should also learn how to care for them so that the shoes do not quickly deteriorate. First of all, it is recommended to wear real high boots at a temperature when the snow does not melt and there is no slush, which is considered their main enemy.

Do not dry wet shoes on a radiator or radiator, otherwise they will harden and deteriorate. For emergency drying, use an electric dryer or stuff newspaper inside to absorb moisture.

Fur boots do not need regular cleaning, like fur coats and sheepskin coats, as they almost do not get dirty due to the special processing of the material. In the off-season, store shoes not in a bag that does not allow air to pass through, but in some kind of bag or an old pillowcase. Natural high boots made from deer and the skins of other animals are treated with formalin, which repels moths, but an aerosol can be used for reliability.