Due to severe climatic conditions in the northern Russia fur coats were widely spread in almost every province and worn by all estates; however, in different areas fashions varied. In the old days men and women wore fur coats with "fur inside", from the outside the coats were either covered with bright fabrics or worn "uncovered".
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Russian down and woolen headscarves are a source of pride and national heritage for Russia, and they are rightly considered one of the best presents for a foreign guest.
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The valenoks, traditional Russian footwear used in frosty weather for walking on dry snow, represents a type of warm felt boots made of felted sheep wool. Only 10-12 pairs could be made out of 16 kg of woolen felt.
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