Hands Down, a Statement

A great pair of gloves is an accessory first and a warm layer second. I like them long, dramatic and a little unexpected, since they are the one piece that people notice when you reach for a door handle. Norma Kamali's long gloves and the EAVES leather pair are sleek enough to wear with a simple coat, and Zimmermann's olive opera gloves look wonderful with a camel jacket.

 

When I want more drama I go for texture. Ulla Johnson's embellished leather gloves are a small piece of jewelry for your hands, and Labonia's leopard pair makes a black coat feel like an outfit. Apparis does the fur cuff best, Carolina Amato has the classic leather styles that you can wear for years, and rag & bone's Joni is the one I pick for a plain everyday look.