Posted: August 14th, 2007 by Uma
Once you have purchased the perfect leather coat, you want to keep it looking great for seasons to come. Leather coats can be expensive, and the investment deserves a great deal of care to make sure you are wearing your signature style for years into the future. Depending on use, with preventative maintenance and proper care your leather coat can last indefinitely.
A few simple tips can help you maintain your leather coat. First, always hang leather coats on wide, padded hangers to ensure that you don’t stretch or puncture corners or shoulders.Â
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Posted: August 7th, 2007 by Uma
Patent leather, which is leather that has been given a high gloss, shiny finish, is becoming increasingly popular in fashion, and has now been used to make items such as leather coats. Patent leather used to be reserved for shoes and handbags, but the easy to clean version of leather has gained prominence this season.
The original process to create patent leather was developed by Newark, New Jersey-based inventor Seth Boyden in 1818 with commercial manufacture beginning September 20, 1819. His process used a linseed oil-based lacquer coating. Modern patent leather usually has a plastic coating. It is the plastic coating that makes patent leather so easy to clean, and a great option for leather coats, including rain coats.
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