Iconics | Women's Shearling

Yes, Yves Salomon shearling jackets and coats are designed to accompany urban lifestyles while providing natural and high-performance protection against winter cold, thanks to a material that is both technical and sophisticated.

Shearling is a naturally insulating material that combines leather and wool, offering exceptional thermal comfort while remaining breathable and pleasant to wear on a daily basis.

The collection also stands out for its stylistic versatility and diverse constructions:

• Classic shearling: with leather or suede on the outside and wool on the inside, it delivers a structured, elegant, and timeless silhouette.
• Reversible shearling: allowing the piece to be worn on either the leather/suede side or the wool side, it offers two looks in one, from a more urban finish to a more textured and enveloping style.

The designs also explore signature materials and finishes:

• a variety of textures (lamb, merino, Toscana, long-haired lamb),
• visual effects such as snow top finishes,
• contrasts between smooth, suede, or fluffy surfaces.

The collection offers a wide range of cuts and silhouettes to suit different needs and styles:

• short jackets for everyday urban wear,
• mid-length or long coats for enhanced winter protection,
• cinched or non-cinched silhouettes, allowing for either a more feminine, structured look or a softer, more relaxed shape.

Finally, some pieces feature detachable details such as collars or fur elements, making it possible to adjust both style and level of protection according to preference.

Combining natural performance, artisanal craftsmanship, and timeless elegance, Yves Salomon shearling pieces are designed as essential elements of a modern winter wardrobe.

Yves Salomon shearling is distinguished by the Maison’s exacting selection of materials and unique expertise in crafting skins, revealing the natural qualities of each wool type and finish. An iconic material of the House, shearling embodies a refined balance between warmth, lightness, softness and contemporary elegance.

Each type of shearling has its own distinctive character, carefully selected for its unique qualities. Lacon shearling, renowned for its exceptional softness and naturally silky appearance, offers an enveloping feel and incomparable comfort. Tuscany shearling, appreciated for its dense, long wool, is prized for its generous volume, natural warmth and luxurious appeal. Mongolian lamb shearling stands out for its long, airy fibers, creating a striking texture and a particularly sophisticated silhouette. Long-haired lamb shearling offers a remarkable play of textures, with a rich touch and a more couture-inspired dimension.

Beyond the natural beauty of these exceptional materials, Yves Salomon’s expertise lies in the mastery of their transformation. Each skin is crafted with precision to preserve its suppleness, lightness and natural movement. The tanning process, finishes and construction techniques are carefully developed to create pieces that are comfortable, durable and perfectly structured.

Throughout its collections, Yves Salomon reinterprets shearling through a variety of silhouettes: enveloping coats, aviator jackets, contemporary bombers, reversible designs and creations combining leather, suede and wool contrasts. Each piece reflects a modern approach to this iconic material, where artisanal heritage meets a contemporary vision of luxury.

More than an exceptional material, Yves Salomon shearling is a signature of the Maison: a harmonious blend of natural fiber richness, artisanal mastery and timeless elegance.

Proper care is essential to preserve the softness, natural warmth, and refined finish of your Yves Salomon shearling piece over time. As a noble and living material, shearling requires gentle and appropriate care.

• Professional cleaning recommended: always opt for a specialist in leather and shearling cleaning. This ensures the natural structure of both wool and leather is preserved without damage.
• Avoid water and harsh products: do not machine wash your piece, and avoid detergents, solvents, or alcohol-based products, which may damage the material.
• Gentle everyday care: to remove dust or light marks, use a soft brush on the wool side or a slightly damp cloth on the leather side, without rubbing too vigorously.
• Natural drying only: if your piece becomes wet, let it air dry naturally, away from direct heat sources such as radiators, sunlight, or hair dryers, to prevent the leather from hardening.
• Proper storage: store your piece in a dry, well-ventilated space on a wide hanger to maintain its shape. Avoid plastic garment covers, as they prevent the material from breathing.
• Care for delicate finishes: pieces featuring fur details or specific shearling types (Toscana, Mongolian lamb, etc.) require extra care and should ideally be handled by a specialist cleaner.

With proper and regular care, your shearling piece will retain its beauty, suppleness, and thermal comfort for many years.

Choosing a shearling piece depends on your lifestyle, the level of warmth you need, and the style you want to express. An iconic material in Yves Salomon collections, shearling combines natural warmth, comfort, and timeless sophistication.

• For everyday city wear, opt for a short jacket or mid-length shearling coat. Easy to style, it delivers a modern silhouette while providing excellent insulation against the cold.
• For the coldest temperatures, choose a long shearling coat, which offers optimal thermal protection thanks to the material’s natural insulating properties.

The collection comes in a variety of shearling types and finishes, each offering a distinct look and texture:

• Classic shearling (non-reversible): smooth or suede leather on the outside with wool on the inside, creating a structured and elegant silhouette.
• Reversible shearling: can be worn on either the leather or wool side, offering two styles in one for maximum versatility.
• Toscana (fur-like finish): characterised by long, airy wool fibres, it creates a voluminous and highly sophisticated look.
• Mongolian lamb: defined by its long, wavy fibres, it delivers a bold, couture-inspired aesthetic.
• Merino: a finer, denser wool with a softer and more refined appearance.
• Snow top finish: wool treated with a lightly frosted effect on the tips, creating a subtle contrast and luminous finish.
• Long-haired lamb shearling: a natural, textured wool offering warmth, volume, and an enveloping feel.

Beyond protection from the cold, shearling is also a strong style statement:

• It enhances the silhouette with character and structure.
• It adapts to both casual and more elevated looks depending on the cut.
• It brings a distinctive presence through its natural textures and rich volume.

The Yves Salomon collection highlights exceptional craftsmanship in shearling, offering pieces designed to last, combining natural technical performance, warmth, and contemporary elegance.

Shearling and fur are two distinct natural materials that do not fall under the same definition.

• Shearling comes from a sheepskin or lambskin that has been tanned with the wool left intact. It therefore combines leather on the outer side and wool on the inner side, providing natural warmth, comfort, and insulation.
• Fur, on the other hand, refers specifically to an animal’s coat used as a material, typically without the leather structure being part of the visible final product.

As a result, shearling is not considered fur in the strict sense, even though it features a woolly surface. It belongs to a distinct category of premium natural materials, widely appreciated for its exceptional thermal and comfort properties.

In Yves Salomon collections, both materials are used in a complementary way to bring warmth, technical performance, and refinement to winter pieces.