Ask For Gloves This Christmas
There is no better time to give gloves this Christmas, particularly if you wanting to hit a fashion note. Having bubbled just under the surface last season, gloves have made a comback as the accessory to complete a range of winter looks.
It also promises to be a white (and black) Christmas for these favourite winter accessories this year. Black remains this season’s darling along with dark anthracite greys and browns. You'll also find a good sprinkling of bright winter whites too.
For Her:
A fine pair of leather gloves will look super with tailored, belted jackets and high-waisted skirts. Leather has been used in glove making for centuries as it protects the hand and at the same time allows the skin to breath, thus providing warmth without humidity.
Wide legged trousers with ruffled shirts, slick tuxedos or a statement coat - must-have fashion items for this winter - will all benefit from a smart pair of leather gloves. Slouchy gauntlet styles are a favourite at the moment.
Luxurious black or brown leather gloves with silk lining will accessorise these looks (£35.00). Try a luxurious pair of black or white, soft and warm 100% pure cashmere gloves (£21.00) or, coordinate your outfit with a black and white knitted hat, gloves and scarf set featuring bold black and white stripes (70% lambswool, 20% angora, 10% nylon). One size only. £35.00.
And for the party season, over-the-elbow opera gloves, first widely worn by women during the Regency and Napoleonic era at the beginning of the 19th century, are also making a comeback this season - perfect with demure party dresses. For a film star finishing touch, a pair of slinky long satin elbow-length gloves cost £10.00. All www.johnlewis.com.
Dents' Sculpted Look also emphasises the importance of the power of black and white and firm design for endless chic. Graphic prints and weaves add elegance and drama to day wear. Houndstooth check is a favourite along with glossy velvets. Go to Dents www.dents.co.uk for bags with co-ordinating and complementing elegant long leather gloves and velvet gloves in dramatic shades.
For Him
Gloves are back in business in menswear too and earlier this year were used liberally on the catwalks as the salt and pepper accessory to add a little corporate glamour to the slimline suits and skinny ties. A pair of men's soft black leather gloves with a luxurious 100% cashmere lining. John Lewis. £45.00 will make a great gift.
