How to Store Your Fur Coat in Summer
Summer Fur Storage: Protecting Your Investment Through the Warm Months
When temperatures rise and your real fur coat goes into hibernation for the season, how you store it makes all the difference. Improper summer storage is the leading cause of fur deterioration—but with the right approach, your coat will emerge in autumn exactly as beautiful as when you put it away.
Why Summer Storage Matters
Natural fur is sensitive to heat, humidity, light, and lack of ventilation. During summer months, household storage environments—even air-conditioned closets—rarely maintain the conditions that fur needs to remain in optimal condition. The leather backing of a fur coat can dry out and crack in warm conditions; the fur fibers themselves can become brittle or matted without proper care.
Professional Cold Storage: The Gold Standard
The single most effective thing you can do for your fur coat during summer is to place it in professional cold storage with a reputable furrier. Professional fur storage facilities maintain a consistent temperature of approximately 10°C (50°F) and optimal humidity levels year-round. Many also include an annual cleaning and conditioning service.
The cost of professional cold storage is modest relative to the value of the garment—and the investment in protection is always worthwhile for a coat of this quality.
Home Storage: If Professional Storage Is Not Available
If professional cold storage is not accessible, follow these guidelines carefully. Store the coat in a cool, dark, well-ventilated area—never in direct sunlight or near a heat source. Use a broad, padded hanger to maintain the coat's shoulder shape. Use a breathable fabric garment bag (never plastic, which traps moisture and prevents ventilation). Add cedar blocks or sachets near (not touching) the fur to deter moths—never use mothballs, which damage fur and leave persistent odors. Never compress the fur by placing heavy items on top of or against it.
Preparing Your Coat for Storage
Before storing for summer, have your coat professionally cleaned and conditioned. Do not store a coat that has absorbed perfume, food odors, or moisture from rain or perspiration—these can damage the fur and leather over time.
Bringing Your Coat Out of Storage
When autumn arrives, remove your coat from storage and allow it to air in a cool, shaded, well-ventilated room for several hours. Give it a gentle shake to restore volume. If it has been in home storage, take it to a professional for a conditioning treatment before wearing.
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Proper storage preserves your coat for decades of wear. Explore our Fox Fur Collection and The Archive for pieces designed to last a lifetime. For bespoke orders and care inquiries, contact our team.
