Blue Fox Fur & Suede Russian Ushanka Hat

Blue Fox is widely ranch-raised in Scandinavia. Their pelts come in a variety of colors from bluish brown to blue to white with blue highlights. Blue Fox is often dyed many shades and due to its soft, thick fur it is generally used for collars and hats as well as jackets and coats.

The Russian ushanka (уша́нка) originated in the Russian Army as a fur cap with ear flaps that can be tied up to the crown of the cap, or tied at the chin to protect the ears from the cold. Ushanka means "ear-flaps hat", from "ushi" (у́ши), "ears" in Russian. They are usually distinguished by their flat tops and long ear flaps.

These Fur Russian hats have become more and more popular all over the world and are now very recognizable and fashionable. Although identified with Russians, they are also a part of winter uniforms for military and police in other cold climates, such as Finland and Canada.

Most fox fur that is sold within North America is farm-raised, and 61% of fox pelts are from Scandinavia. Fox fur exists in a broad range of natural colors such as blue, grey, red, silver and white. The thick under fur of the fox is long and luxurious, often used for wraps, stoles, collars and cuffs due to its lavish look. Today top end fashion designers are featuring fox in their runway shows and the popularity of this specific fur has risen dramatically over the last decade. Regularly brushing fox fur helps keep the fur fluffy and full.