Keptar Hutsul "Chichkatiy"

“Chichki on the keptar are not just decoration, but a language of patterns through which the mountains speak to those who wear them”

The Hutsul keptar “Chichkatyi” is a sleeveless fur coat that has been used by the population of the Carpathians and Pre-Carpathians since ancient times. It is made from cashmere and decorated with colored leather, wool, tin circles, ear of corn cotton cord, and fur.

Regional Styles of Decoration

The keptar has significant local variability regarding length and decoration techniques. It is characterized by symmetrical placement of decor with a preference for geometric ornamentation. The styles include Kosiv, Kosmach, Verkhovyna, and Nadvirna.

Where it fits, and where it doesn't

Technical Specifications

Care

• Recommended delicate cleaning or hand washing in cool water.
• Do not wring — let the water drain naturally.
• Dry in a spread-out form, avoiding direct sunlight.
• Iron through a cloth at low temperature, avoiding areas of embroidery and decoration.

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“Chichkatyi” is the language of patterns through which the mountains speak to those who wear them.

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