Leather men's gloves
Few members of the strong sex take care of themselves, in particular, do not think about buying leather gloves for themselves. And in vain, because the cold frosty wind does not spare anyone - both women and men freeze in the cold.
Therefore, self-care needs to be taken as seriously as decisions in important life situations.
A bit of history
Every item, every element of the wardrobe of a modern man tells others about his taste, character, personal preferences. And gloves are no exception.
In the distant past, these products indicated the social status of their owner,
these days they talk more about the style of a man, his solidity in society.
The prototype of gloves are bags worn by workers in ancient Egypt.
In such things, it was easier for them to endure heavy loads, the skin on their hands was not erased so much, it was less damaged.
In Rome, the meaning of gloves was different - these attributes were worn during a meal, because cutlery had not yet been invented at that time, and eating hot dishes with bare hands was extremely inconvenient.
In the Middle Ages, rich people used gloves exclusively for beauty: they were decorated with embroidery, beads, silver and often gold.
Brave knights could not imagine themselves without gloves,
and ladies gave gloves only to boyfriends dear to their hearts.
A glove dropped to the feet meant a challenge to a duel.And to receive a slap in the face with a glove was considered a huge shame, which can only be washed off with blood.
With each new century, the demand for gloves has only increased. At the beginning of the 20th century, goatskin gloves became fashionable, for sports these accessories were made from dog skins, white ones were worn for a ball, yellow ones for hunting, and black ones for funerals.
Material
Today, gloves have become an important element of the male image.
Fashionistas choose this accessory for a scarf, headdress, although all the details of the appearance should be in harmony.
Modern manufacturing uses many types of leather to make gloves. Among them:
- Cow's skin. Products from this raw material are not very popular either with manufacturers or with consumers, since the skin of this animal is too thick and rough for sewing products of this kind. However, for those who are looking for a budget option, cowhide gloves will be a godsend, because they are cheap, and they will still warm their hands in frosty winter.
- Suede is a durable but again rough material. It has a pronounced graininess, due to which the inhabitants of the northern countries are happy to wear such accessories.
- The skin of peccaries, that is, small boars living in South America. Highly valued for its excellent quality and rarity. This is a very durable, but meanwhile, elastic, soft material. Having torn the seam, it can be easily sewn up, but the repair work will not affect the product in any way. Leather will take it all.
- Pigskin is a less expensive and less sophisticated option. It is very similar to peccary skin, however, it is not as strong and soft.
- Sheep skin is elastic, perfectly maintained and retains a beautiful appearance for a long time.Gloves made of this material have a wool lining, so that the products are resistant to severe frosts.
- Sheepskin - has a similarity to the skin of sheep and is also supplied to manufacturers with wool on the inside. But it is thinner, and therefore softer than sheepskin, although these properties are enough for tailoring elegant and beautiful gloves.
- Lamb. It is chrome tanned leather. The material is very thin and elastic. It is used for tailoring elite gloves of the highest quality.
- Goat skin. From this material, hard-to-touch gloves of a low price category are obtained. Often buyers confuse goatskin with premium pashmina material, but the difference becomes apparent during use.
How to choose
Representatives of the stronger sex often do not see the need to buy gloves. Having no experience in wearing them, they simply refuse to purchase this accessory. Then the sisters, mothers, girls and spouses have to take up the matter. What you need to pay attention to, how to determine the size in order to choose the best men's gloves?
First of all, you need to know that all gloves are divided into categories: short - the length ends with the beginning of the thumb, shortened - the length to the end of the palm, mittens - products with cut off fingers, gloves of standard length - above the wrist and long - to the elbow or with a long up to the shoulder.
Choosing men's gloves is quite simple, especially if you know what to focus on when choosing them.
The most stylish and high-quality, and therefore expensive gloves are made of thin leather.
Such wardrobe attributes will always be in trend, and as practice shows, they have been fashionable for several hundred years in a row.
For the manufacture of such gloves, goat or calf leather of various textures and dressings is used. When choosing leather products, you need to keep in mind that leather is not the warmest material, therefore, for the winter it is better to buy gloves made of thicker leather lined with wool or cashmere.
Fans of an informal casual style may not like ordinary gloves that look boring, so you should buy accessories with decorative elements for such people, for example, unusual seams, fasteners, quilted areas, unusual colors (red, blue, white).
The seams of the gloves should be strong, the threads should not stick out. No need to buy leather gloves made from several pieces. Firstly, it is no longer fashionable, and secondly, a lot of seams make the products rough and uncomfortable. Their quality is also questionable.
To determine the size of gloves for men, it is necessary to measure the girth of the hand at the widest point, not taking into account the thumb. To make the measurement accurate, and the selected gloves comfortable and comfortable, you can bend your arm.
Leather gloves cannot be bought back to back, they must be 1⁄4 sizes larger than the size of the hand, otherwise the products will not retain heat, which means they will be cold in winter. If the gloves are small, they will also be cold, and besides this, uncomfortable.
The optimal size is when the hands are comfortable, nothing presses or presses, and there is some space between the lining and the palm. Another nuance that needs to be taken into account before buying is that the gloves are stretched in width, but not in length, that is, short gloves cannot be stretched in length.
The color of gloves should be chosen based on the general wardrobe. And in order not to miscalculate, you can buy several products in different colors.
Black leather gloves will look best with formal wear, brown leather gloves are versatile, so they will perfectly decorate both smart casual and everyday look.
- Winter leather men's gloves are designed specifically so that their owner does not feel discomfort in sub-zero temperatures. Warm products with fur, especially those made of deerskin, perfectly withstand cold and wet weather. Sheepskin or cashmere can be used as insulation in deer skin gloves.
Winter insulated models of fur leather gloves are sewn in different variations from sports style to classic leather gloves with natural fur, which look good in a duet with business clothes.
Not so long ago, insulated gloves for the touch screen appeared. Therefore, the owners of fashionable gadgets will no longer have to freeze their hands to talk on the phone.
- Demi-season leather gloves are most often produced without lining, or very thin material is used. Autumn models are thin, most often brown or black.
- Automotive. Designed to better grip racers' hands on the steering wheel, driving gloves quickly became popular among men in other professions.
For the driver, the main point when choosing gloves for driving a car is comfort. The newly purchased gloves should make friends with the steering wheel of the vehicle. Do not slide on it and do not cling to additional decor.
- Summer. Presented with fingerless gloves, especially appreciated by fans of an active lifestyle. For example, durable gloves in which the hands are comfortable are convenient to use while cycling or fishing.
- Ski.The most comfortable piece of equipment for skiers, since it is the skiers who hold the poles, constantly fasten and unfasten their boots, adjust other details of clothing (jacket, pants).
- For fitness. Sports gloves are needed to prevent injuries and chafing of the hands from practicing on sports equipment. Gloves for fitness are made of elastic and durable elastic material and special overlays on the palms.
Manufacturers
Gloves are not just for women. For men, this accessory is no less important.
And if for beautiful ladies this wardrobe detail means warmth, comfort and style, then for men it is not just protection of hands from the cold, but also protection from all kinds of mechanical damage.
After all, when a man drives a vehicle, gloves will protect his palms from calluses, when he plays sports, they will prevent chafing.
Gloves from well-known companies Harmon, Eleganzza, Pittards, Roeckl, Pitas, Finnemax, Wittchen, Harmon Moda and Miro are the best choice for connoisseurs of quality and style. Branded leather products are the perfect gift for a loved one and for yourself - a loved one.
And although leather gloves of popular brands are many times more expensive than no-name products, they are of the highest quality and can:
- warm in bad weather;
- complement the image;
- emphasize respectability and excellent taste;
- become your favorite accessory.
The best leather gloves made in Italy, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania will become an exquisite wardrobe item that every dandy must have.
Leather gloves for men are a practical attribute, without which it is sometimes difficult to do in a variety of life situations. They protect hands from moisture and cold, serve for a long time, decorate the image, making it complete and spectacular.