What are high gloves called? Work gloves: how to choose? Long gloves with an evening dress
One of the most interesting accessories women's clothing, which has been tested by fashion for many centuries and has gone from an indicator of high aristocratic status to modern clothes used in everyday life - women's gloves. This is the kind of clothing that can be used in formal situations, complement your evening outfit when attending social events, go to a stylish party, or simply wear it in the cool season to keep warm. The main thing is to know how to choose the right size of gloves so that appearance the hands in them were perfect, and the woman felt as comfortable as possible.
Types of women's gloves
It would be correct to purchase gloves by trying them on, but this can also be done remotely, knowing for sure there are only four women's sizes - from 6 to 9, and there are a great many types of this product. These are leather, stretch, suede, silk, velvet, knitted, knitted, satin, lace. Gloves can be classic (slightly covering the wrist), long (up to the elbow and above), mittens and glovelets (without fingers) and very short.
Determining the size
The sizes of women's gloves are determined using the metric system (which involves determining the size number based on the actual girth of a woman's hand in centimeters) and the inch system, which is more common and used more often than the previous one.
The circumference is measured using an ordinary centimeter stretched loosely around it, at its widest point. The hand should be slightly bent and not tense. We convert the result into millimeters and divide by 27.
Women's glove sizes obtained in this way will be measured in French inches ranging from size 17 to size 22. So, XS will be equal to size 5.5, where the girth of a woman’s hand is equal to the range from 13.0 to 14.0 cm; 5.5-6.5th - - from 14.0 to 16.0 cm; 6.5-7.5 sizes - M - from 16.0 to 19.0 cm and 7.5-9 sizes - L - from 19 to 21.5 cm.
The metric system differs from the inch system in that the smallest model will correspond to the 17th, and the largest - to the 30th size, where this value is determined by the actual girth of the hand.
Despite such seemingly complete data, for some species it is still impossible to predict the exact sizes of women's gloves. If this product is intended for functional use, and not for a spectacular appearance, then it is advisable to purchase it half a size larger.
What are the dangers of choosing the wrong glove size?
Consciously purchasing gloves of a smaller size in the hope that your hand will look more feminine and delicate, you can only harm yourself. Not only will there be physical discomfort due to the narrow material constantly squeezing the hands and because of this, the blood vessels will be pinched (if a smaller model is selected), when worn, the product will be deformed: it will stretch unnecessarily if the size of women's gloves is small, and form shapeless folds with large ones.
A woman in a well-chosen accessory looks elegant, graceful and chic. Gloves will help give a lady of any age a certain individual style, which will further emphasize her attractiveness or simply complement the clothes she has chosen.
For modern man When following fashion trends, accessories play a very important role. They help you create your own style and maintain your image. In addition, modern accessories create a feeling of comfort and convenience for their owner. Creating a complete look, modern accessories can harmoniously suit any look. And it is on this basis that accessories are selected with the utmost care.
Gloves are also considered an accessory item. Beautiful, well-chosen gloves can not only tell a story about their owner, make an impression and set the mood, but also have a significant functional role - they warm their hands on cold days and protect them from chilly rain.
As an accessory, gloves always remain in favor and do not lose their popularity today. Gloves serve not only as a practical item, but can also perform decorative functions, which can be successfully performed by many well-known and popular brands offering their best products. Today, many people who know a lot about quality and fashionable things, can satisfy their claims regarding the relevance, price, range, design and comfort of gloves.
An excursion into history.
Especially women's hands, graceful and delicate, should be framed in a worthy manner. Modern technologies allow the production of gloves that enhance beauty female hands, while protecting against rainy and cold weather. But originally, gloves were protection from the weather - back in Ancient Egypt, people had to wrap their hands various types fabrics, securing it to the wrist with a rope. Later, people from higher social strata of society could boast of having gloves. In Russia, gloves appeared thanks to Tsar Peter. Until the beginning of the 20th century, wearing gloves was a manifestation of refined and good manners in secular society.
Glove materials.
Today, the variety of styles, types, and materials of gloves is simply amazing. However, the most elegant and popular to date have been and remain gloves made from genuine leather. For the manufacture of women's gloves, mainly sheep or goat skin is used, as it is soft and more elastic.
Leather gloves.
The leadership among leather gloves is occupied by gloves made of husky - a certain type of leather, the most delicate, soft, but also durable among all others. As cruel as it may sound, the starting material for this type of gloves is the skin of young goats and lambs. Kid gloves have an amazing appearance and fit the hand perfectly. However, these gloves, due to their thinness and delicacy, are only suitable for the off-season - spring or autumn. For winter, gloves made of stronger and thicker leather are more suitable. The inside of winter gloves is usually insulated with a fur or knitted lining, flannel or knit inserts.
Suede gloves look no less sophisticated than kid gloves. They look elegant and envelop the hand in warmth and comfort.
Gloves knitted from yarn.
Hugely popular in recent years use winter knitted gloves. They, like gloves made of genuine leather, perfectly warm your hands in the winter cold and look great on your hand. Moreover, gloves knitted from yarn are notable for their affordable prices. The warmest yarn for knitted gloves was and is natural wool yarn. Often, knitted gloves go on sale as ready-made sets - a headdress or a scarf. Minus knitted products we can only assume that they are less durable compared to gloves made of genuine leather.
Lightweight materials for stylish details wardrobe
As mentioned earlier, gloves not only serve as protection for your hands from the cold, but are also an integral part of your wardrobe, a wonderful and stylish accessory. That’s why such gloves are made from lightweight fabrics. Today, there is a wide selection of linen, silk, velvet, and knitted gloves on sale in specialized stores or departments. The most exquisite decoration for an evening or wedding dress gloves made of openwork fabric trimmed with the finest lace can become.
By the way, as for the finishing of gloves, today it is distinguished by a huge variety. Gloves are decorated with beads, rhinestones, sequins, embroidery, ornaments, and fur trim, which adds more originality and attractiveness to the appearance of the gloves. Recently, fur trim made from rabbit, fox and mink fur has become very popular.
Fur gloves.
In addition, you can often see gloves made entirely of fur. Their unusual appearance may cause confusion among others, but it gives the owner more warmth compared to other types of gloves.
Variety of types of gloves.
According to their external characteristics and purpose, women's gloves come in the following types: classic, mitts, short, very short, extra-long, fur, evening.
Classic.
Classic gloves often mean leather gloves, the cuff part of which on the wrist is approximately 5-6 cm. As already mentioned, most classic gloves are made of genuine leather, winter or demi-season, classic colors - black, brown and their shades, have minimal amount of decor.
Mitts.
Fingerless gloves are called fingerless gloves. Made from different material– natural and artificial. The colors are mostly muted, pastel, restrained. However, if we talk about the design of such gloves, they are more distinguished than others by the variety and breadth of design thought. They are decorated with various elements, including fastening with a zipper, rivets, straps, etc.
Short version.
Short and very short gloves have a length at the wrist that barely reaches the bone. For the most part it is very bright and stylish accessory, made mainly of leather or lightweight materials. Sometimes such models of gloves resemble some kind of rock-style accessory, especially if such gloves are decorated with rivets, chains, straps or holes on the knuckles. Silk or velvet short gloves are an elegant option for appearing at a social event or club party.
Long gloves.
Extra-long gloves look great with outerwear with short sleeves. Most of them are worn as warming clothing. Often these gloves are made in calm, non-flashy colors. The length reaches the elbow (with the sleeve length of a woman's coat being three quarters). For the most part, such gloves are minimally decorated.
Evening gloves.
Evening gloves can be worn with a sophisticated evening dress as an addition to the toilet. The material for such gloves are velvet, satin, silk fabrics of deep and delicate flowers, lace, guipure.
As mentioned earlier, gloves made of rabbit, fox, arctic fox, mink or beaver fur are at the peak of fashion. The gloves retain heat for a very long time. Naturally, considering the material used for sewing, the products have a considerable price.
How to correctly determine your size.
Based on the listed many types of gloves, their purpose and sewing material, the moment of selecting gloves remains very important. First, you should decide on the function of the gloves you are purchasing - will they serve as decoration, will they be a warming element of the wardrobe? Next, you should decide on the style - leather or knitted, short or extra-long.
Then you should determine the size of women's gloves. Glove sizes are usually displayed in French inches. And to determine the size, you should know the volume of the hand in the area of the middle of the palm, focusing on the base thumb. Measurements should be made using a measuring tape, with your hand slightly bent. The resulting size in centimeters is divided by 2.71. The result obtained is rounded to five tenths.
The most popular women's sizes are sizes from 6 to 8 1/2 - correspond to sizes in centimeters from 16 to 23, respectively.
How to choose the right gloves.
Modern technologies make it possible to buy gloves not only in person in stores or specialized departments, but also online, without leaving home. But it’s unlikely that this method will suit people who value quality and style. The glove should be tried on your hand, bending your hand and moving your fingers. Moreover, high-quality gloves should be made from a single piece, not scraps. This is especially true for gloves made of genuine leather and fur.
The color of the leather should be uniform throughout the entire product. Large quantity seams on gloves leads to rapid loss of shape. In this case, all seams without exception must be intact, without gaps or protruding threads. Gloves made of genuine leather should only stretch in width, taking the shape of the hand when put on. High-quality leather and a properly sewn glove regain its original appearance after being removed from the hand. The linings of quality gloves should not be made of synthetic material, which, especially in cold weather, will not retain heat.
Storage during the “non-glove” season. Glove care.
Each type of gloves must have its own individual care.
For example, knitted gloves can be washed in warm water with a small amount of non-aggressive agents. detergents. Such gloves are dried in a suspended state, under no circumstances on a radiator or heater.
Gloves made of genuine leather require special care. It is strictly forbidden to wash such gloves: after washing they lose their visual appeal and become deformed. Gloves made of goatskin and deerskin can be lightly wiped, if necessary, if necessary, contaminated areas with a slightly damp cloth. Sheep leather gloves can also be wiped with a cloth, but a very soft one. Suede gloves, especially light-colored ones, are generally not recommended for wet cleaning.
Gloves should be stored flattened with cardboard inserted inside to maintain their original appearance. Store gloves in a box, lightly greased with burdock or castor oil.
The cost of women's gloves depends on the material used to make them, the model range, branding, etc. The cost of classic leather women's gloves starts from $50 – $70.
2017.06.13, 12:35
Inga Vasilyeva
Expert in the selection of protective equipment
Content:More than a third of all work-related injuries are hand injuries. Half of them could have been avoided if workers had used quality, properly fitted protective gloves.
Providing workers with personal hand protection is the responsibility of the employer. It is he who is entrusted with the difficult task of choosing work gloves. In order not to make a mistake in your choice, you need to consider several important points.
Classification of gloves by type of protection
There is no universal model of gloves suitable for all types of work. Each enterprise has its own harmful factors, depending on which you should choose gloves.
Based on the type of protection, all gloves are divided into several groups:
Protection from mechanical influences. Gloves in this group are resistant to abrasion, tearing, cuts and punctures. For their manufacture, natural (leather, split leather, canvas) and synthetic (latex, nylon, PVC, polyurethane) materials are used. To increase the degree of protection and expand the scope of use, manufacturers combine various materials.
Example.The Universal gloves are made of cotton fabric, the working surface is reinforced with dense split leather. Reliably protect your hands from cuts and punctures, they are resistant to tearing and abrasion. Suitable for working with stone, metal and rough surfaces.
Low temperature protection. This group includes insulated gloves that protect hands from frostbite when in contact with cold surfaces, as well as when working on outdoors in winter. They are made from frost-resistant materials (genuine leather, artificial leather, wool, split leather, etc.). Natural wool, natural or artificial fur is used as insulation.
Example.Irbis gloves are made of cotton fabric in combination with split leather. Faux fur with dense pile is used as an insulating lining.
Protection against elevated temperatures. The gloves included in this group are presented in a large assortment. This includes products for protection from open fire, from thermal radiation, from contact with a hot surface, as well as products with protection from splashes of hot metal, sparks and scale. Accordingly, for the manufacture of such gloves, heat-resistant materials are used, as well as materials with fire-resistant impregnation (split wood, canvas, genuine leather, Kevlar).
Example.Flint leather split leather leggings with a cotton fleece lining protect your hands from burns from sparks, drops of hot metal and scale. Ideal for welding work.
Protection against electric current. If the work process involves electricity, you must choose gloves from this group. They are made from materials that do not conduct electric current - rubber, latex.
Example.DE punched gloves are made of natural latex and are suitable for working on electrical installations up to 1000 V.
Protection against chemicals. Gloves in this group protect hands from the aggressive effects of alkali and acid solutions of various concentrations, as well as organic and persistent solvents, oils, varnishes, and paints. These gloves are made from latex, nitrile rubber, neoprene of various thicknesses.
Example. KShchS type 1 gloves are made of natural latex and can be used to work with acids with a concentration of no more than 20%.
Protection from oil and petroleum products. Products of this group are in demand among oil and gas workers. gas industry, and are also used in cases where it is necessary to deal with crude oil or its refined products. For the manufacture of such gloves, materials are used that are resistant to such influences or have oil- and gasoline-resistant impregnation.
These are just some of the groups of protective gloves. A more detailed classification is reflected in GOST 12.4.103. The product can have a whole range of protective properties, which significantly expands the scope of its application.
Medical gloves
To ensure sanitation and infection safety of staff and patients, all employees of medical institutions use special gloves, which are called medical. They are disposable products made from natural latex, nitrile rubber, neoprene or vinyl. For ease of putting on inner side A powder of corn starch is applied to the gloves.
The most popular gloves today are made from natural latex. Soft, elastic, they stretch perfectly and fit your hands tightly.
Gloves from nitrile rubber are resistant to chemicals, so they are ideal for laboratory workers and technical personnel cleaning in health care facilities.
Vinyl gloves are in demand among workers who are allergic to natural latex. The main advantage of these products is their low cost.
Neoprene gloves have a relatively high cost and provide a high level of protection. Most often they are used in surgery.
Gloves combined consist of two different layers. The inner layer can be made of PVC, and the outer layer can be made of natural latex. This combination of materials allows you to protect the skin of your hands from allergic reactions on latex and provide double the strength of the product.
Compliance and Labeling
To be sure that the selected model really has all the necessary protective properties and is made at a high quality level, you should make sure that it meets the state or international standard and has the appropriate certificate. Thus, products manufactured in Russia must meet the requirements of the following standards:
GOST 12.4.183-91. This standard regulates the requirements for materials used in the production of protective gloves.
GOST 20010-93. This set of requirements applies to the manufacture of rubber gloves.
GOST 12.4.246-08. This standard provides general technical requirements and test methods for gloves.
Products manufactured in Europe must comply with EN. For example, the EN 388 standard specifies the requirements for gloves with mechanical protection. EN 374 regulates the requirements for gloves with protection against chemical influences. In EN407 you can find all the standards for the production of gloves from low temperatures, and in EN511 - from high temperatures.
All certified products have markings from which you can find out all the necessary information about the product: scope of application, type of protection and level of resistance to certain influences. Also, from the markings you can understand what material the gloves are made of and by which manufacturer. All information is displayed in the form of pictograms and symbols.
Convenience, safety and comfort
As practice shows, workers often ignore the obligation to use protective gloves if they are not comfortable and do not comply the right size. This leads to high rates of injury at work. To ensure an adequate level of safety in the workplace, you should carefully select gloves.
The size of gloves is determined by two parameters - girth and length of the hand. According to GOST 12.4.246-08, there are six sizes of gloves: 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th. The smallest size is 6th. The largest is the 11th. Glove length is determined by measuring the distance from the top of the middle finger to the end of the glove on the back side.
High-quality gloves allow you to easily manipulate your fingers while performing work. Therefore, the degree of movement of fingers in gloves is an important indicator. It can be different - from 1st to 5th. The choice of product according to this parameter should be based on the specifics of the work.
For gloves with protection against mechanical influences, an important indicator is the performance level. There are five levels in total, where the 1st is characterized by minimal resistance indicators. Gloves with performance level 5 are the most durable and reliable.
When choosing gloves with protection against chemical influences, it is very important to consider what substances they will come into contact with and study the labeling. Thus, according to EN 374, the product marking contains the letter designation of substances and compounds from which these gloves can protect hands.
Wrist protection is another important thing to pay attention to. If freedom of movement of the hand is important in the work process, you should choose gloves with a knitted cuff that fits tightly around the wrist. To protect your hands from hot splashes and sparks, you must use gloves with long gauntlets.
Anti-slip protection is an important feature that is required to perform the most different types works The anti-slip effect is achieved by applying a latex or PVC protective coating to the palm of the gloves.
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A pair of warm gloves has become a common attribute of any winter look. They are worn when it is cold, they are often lost and are very scrupulously chosen when it comes to gloves for wedding dress or evening dress. Gloves provide warmth, protection, and create an original and elegant look, but few people are interested in the history of this everyday item of clothing. Few people know the correct name of this or that type of glove and what to look for special attention, choosing gloves for an elegant dress.
Meanwhile, gloves are enough interesting topic Perhaps learning more about them will make you take a new look at your favorite pair of gloves and love them even more.
It is believed that gloves come from ancient times, they were worn by the Greeks and Romans, but much later, around the 13th century, gloves began to be worn by women and turned them into a fashion item ladies' wardrobe. Then gloves were made of linen or silk; they were long and covered the hand almost to the elbow. Ladies' gloves were considered a luxury item, and commoners could only dream of a pair of fashionable gloves. Time passed, fashion changed, and along with it the appearance of gloves changed. In the 16th century, Queen Elizabeth I introduced the fashion for gloves decorated with rich embroidery and precious stones. Soon a pair of luxurious gloves became an integral attribute of the image of European monarchs and members of their families.
Types of gloves
There are different types of gloves, some models are more popular than others, some are more convenient and practical, but a person cannot do without gloves. The standard glove model is a glove with separate holes for all five fingers.
Mittens, which everyone is accustomed to calling mittens, also cover the hand almost completely, but in this model there are no separate holes for each finger. The mitts may have a separate section for the thumb, but not all models have this feature.
Fingerless gloves, as their name suggests, do not cover the fingers. Such models are ideal for not too cold weather; fingerless gloves are also often used by people whose occupation requires open fingers.
Elbow-length gloves protect the hand well from the cold if they are made of warm or thick material, but more often such glove models are used as a fashion accessory.
Driving gloves are usually made of leather; this glove is equipped with a strap with a buckle or a button clasp at the wrist. Driving gloves provide better grip on the steering wheel of a car, but recently these types of gloves have become a real trendy accessory.
Gloves are made from the most different materials, they are sewn from fabric and leather, knitted from a wide variety of yarns; latex, rubber, neoprene and even metal are used to make gloves. Gloves can be made from natural, synthetic or mixed materials. Models of gloves that are traditionally used to protect hands from the cold are most often made of leather, suede, knitted fabric, fleece or water-repellent materials.
Genuine Leather
Gloves made of genuine leather retain heat well, besides, they are very soft and always look stylish. Leather with a natural, unpolished front surface is considered the most expensive, and, accordingly, gloves made from such leather are very expensive, but they can last a very long time. As a result - high quality justifies the high price of the product.
Suede
Chamois is the bottom (inner) layer of animal skin. Suede gloves are soft and elastic, suede has no fewer fans than genuine leather, but suede gloves have one drawback: suede is capricious and requires special care. It is contraindicated to get suede gloves wet, because of the lint, which, in fact, gives suede its attractive appearance, only dry methods are suitable for cleaning this material.
Knitted gloves
Gloves are knitted from natural or synthetic yarn. Mass produced gloves are machine knitted, but if you want knitted gloves with a unique design, knit them yourself or have them made to order.
Fleece gloves
Fleece is synthetic material, popular and inexpensive. Fleece is widely used in tailoring winter clothes, it goes on jackets, mittens, hats, vests and so on. Fleece gloves are light and warm, even when wet, they retain heat quite well and absorb moisture, which is why fleece gloves are especially suitable for physical activity in the fresh air. Fleece also has its downsides: the fabric is flammable and conducts static electricity too well.
Waterproof materials
Water-repellent fabrics are great for sports and other outdoor activities. There are many types of waterproof fabrics, the most popular being Gore-Tex and polyurethane. As a rule, water-resistant gloves are made of several layers of fabric, and the fabric is treated with a special impregnation that does not allow moisture to penetrate inside the glove.
Glove factories are scattered all over the world; in every country, perhaps, there is a local brand that produces a wide range of gloves for women, men and children. It is believed that the most stylish and elegant dress gloves for women are made in France, and in New York, glove fans can find the widest selection of high-quality and inexpensive models of men's gloves.
How to choose gloves for a dress
Long gloves to the elbow or even longer will go well with a sleeveless dress or with thin spaghetti straps. If you are invited to an event that involves a smart look, but a less formal dress code, long gloves can be replaced with short or classic models.
If you decide to wear gloves with a dress with long sleeve, it is better to choose gloves that completely cover the hand, length to the wrist. If the sleeves of the dress are decorated with embroidery, neckline or other decoration, it is better to avoid gloves.
Dress with bare shoulders looks especially elegant with long lace gloves or thick fabric. Long gloves focus on the arms and bare shoulder line. If long gloves seem too pretentious and dramatic for you, replace them with short warrants, as Jackie Kennedy did at her wedding in Newport, Rhode Island.
A dress with rich trimmings is the central element of the image, so accompanying accessories 
, including gloves, should be kept in the most discreet style. For a dress embroidered with rhinestones, bugles or sequins, choose gloves made from plain, smooth fabrics or transparent tulle without a pattern.
A high-waisted dress looks equally good with long gloves or longer ones. short models, the latter give the image a special lightness and playfulness.
A three-quarter sleeve looks most harmonious with wrist-length gloves, but this sleeve length is quite self-sufficient and can be done without gloves.
Gloves look most advantageous if they are selected not only taking into account the style of the dress, but also the characteristics of the physique. Women with short arms It is better to choose elbow-length gloves if the look requires long gloves. Full hands the gloves will not be hidden, but rather will attract additional attention to them. IN in this case You should not wear gloves that separate your hand at their thickest part.
The color of the gloves should match the color of the dress or suit, gloves made from thin skin can be worn all year round, but velvet options are best reserved for winter celebrations.
Gloves not only protect your hands from rain and cold, they perfectly complement your look, acting as a stylish and elegant accessory. It is better to have several pairs of gloves in your wardrobe. different clothes, practical and warm - under a down jacket or jacket, thinner model ones - under a stylish fur coat or an elegant coat.
