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<\/p>\nIn the Victorian era, gloves were a symbol of a true gentleman and an essential accessory for attending the theatre or church. Wearing gloves has long been associated with purity. In medieval times, throwing down a glove was a way to challenge someone, while picking it up meant accepting the challenge. Proud nobles were always prepared to cast a glove at an opponent when insulted\u2014or to pick one up when provoked.<\/p>\n
In the 18th and 19th centuries, it was unthinkable for a man to remove his glove when shaking hands. This changed only in the 20th century, when gloves became more protective than ornamental. Today, men always remove their gloves before shaking hands\u2014according to modern etiquette, women do as well.<\/p>\n
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High-quality gloves are made from soft, smooth leather or suede. Lamb and sheep leather feel softer, smoother, and more flexible than cowhide. Stitching can also indicate quality: gloves with more seams are cut more precisely and fit the hand more elegantly. The warmest options are wool gloves, though knitted gloves made from various blends or other materials can still offer plenty of warmth. Modern gloves often have special touchscreen-friendly tips. Athletes can find sport-specific gloves designed for running, cycling, skiing, golf, hockey, hunting, and more.<\/p>\n
Finding the perfect size isn\u2019t always easy. Gloves are typically sized only by hand circumference (excluding the thumb), not by length. If you have long fingers, suitable gloves may be harder to find.<\/p>\n
The fingertips should come close to the ends of the glove, leaving only a few millimeters of space. Pay attention to length as well. Shorter gloves are practical but may leave your wrists exposed to the cold. For this reason, many leather gloves include ribbed knit cuffs that hug and warm the wrist.<\/p>\n
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In business settings, glove color should coordinate with your coat and\/or shoes. They don\u2019t need to match exactly\u2014being harmonized is enough. The most common colors are black and dark brown, though beige and burgundy can also be stylish choices. The same principles apply to gloves worn with casual outfits.<\/p>\n
The lining is very important. If your hands tend to sweat, choose natural fibers like wool or cotton. If you get cold easily, opt for wool-lined gloves; the most luxurious linings are made of cashmere. Most casual gloves feature linings made from various technical materials. What matters most is that the lining is well sewn in and doesn\u2019t pull out when you remove the glove.<\/p>\n
If you pull too hard when removing your gloves, seams may tear and leather can stretch. To avoid damage, gently tug the glove at the tip of each finger first, and only then remove the entire glove.<\/p>\n
All leather requires care. Occasionally wipe your gloves with a damp cloth and apply a neutral leather cream. Leave them overnight so the cream can absorb fully without staining. Never dry wet leather gloves on a radiator\u2014the direct heat will dry out the leather. Wool gloves should be washed by hand, while synthetic gloves can be washed in a machine.<\/p>\n
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