This brings us to the critical question: How does one acquire this masterpiece?
Due to the scarcity of Glacier Sable and the time-intensive production, only 12 units of the Fur Alma by Miklos Steinberg Exclusive are produced annually. The price point begins at $185,000 USD, with custom sizes (Steinberg requires three separate fittings) reaching upwards of $290,000.
You cannot buy this coat online. To secure an appointment, prospective buyers must submit an application to Steinberg’s private atelier in Paris, including a portfolio of their existing collection. Steinberg personally meets every buyer to ensure the "Alma" fits their wardrobe philosophy. As he puts it, “I do not sell coats. I curate legacies.” fur alma by miklos steinberg exclusive
The film takes place in an unspecified, desolate landscape, likely the Hungarian Plain (Puszta), which serves as a metaphorical wasteland. The environment is stark, defined by dry grass, harsh sunlight, and a sense of isolation. The atmosphere is heavy with a mix of menace and eroticism, a signature of the "red nude" genre of Eastern European cinema at the time.
The soldiers eventually close the circle. The machinery of the state (or the oppressors) proves inevitable. The young man is dealt with harshly, serving as a casualty of the brutal regime the film allegorizes. This brings us to the critical question: How
Alma, however, is often spared the physical death of her partner, instead facing a "social death." In the film’s haunting conclusion, she is captured. The camera pulls back to a high angle, turning the characters into small figures against the vast, indifferent landscape. The soldiers march her away, or in some interpretations, she is left alone in the wasteland, now stripped of her innocence and her companion, trapped in a cycle of eternal pursuit.
What makes this edition exclusive? According to the brand’s notes, this batch uses a higher concentration of natural castoreum and a rare Bulgarian rose otto that’s been macerated for 18 months. Compared to the standard “Fur Alma,” this version has less synthetic brightness and a much deeper, buttery fur texture. The bottle itself is heavy, frosted glass with a genuine leather collar. You cannot buy this coat online
While most luxury houses use Grade 1 sable, Steinberg insists on "Glacier Sable"—a variant so rare it represents less than 2% of the annual Russian harvest. These pelts are distinguished by a natural, silver-blue luminescence that mimics the light of the Arctic dawn. Steinberg personally travels to St. Petersburg to hand-select each pelt, rejecting thousands to find the specific grain and depth required for the Alma.
Fragrance Family: Leather / Animalic / Spicy Oriental
Perceived Longevity: 10–14 hours
Projection: Moderate to Heavy (room-filling for first 2 hours)