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I love black leather gloves as much as the next fashion person. They’re classic, they’re chic, and they go with everything. I get it, but lately, every time I reach for mine, I hesitate. Suddenly, timeless black leather feels a little too stiff, boring, and expected. Everywhere I look—on stylish strangers at coffee shops, in my Instagram Saved folders, peeking out from oversize coat sleeves during fashion week—I keep noticing something far more playful: colored gloves.
I’m talking about a baby blue that feels fresh and slightly surreal, a soft pink that reads cool instead of precious, an olive green that make even the simplest outfit look intentional, and a bold red that turns a cold-weather necessity into a statement. What started as a small styling detail has quietly become my favorite way to make winter outfits feel fun again. Whether they’re worn on your hands or lazily slung over a belt or east-west handbag, colored gloves are the unexpected winter outfit upgrade that’ll let every fashion insider know that you know ball.
Consider this your sign to give your black gloves a day off. This unexpected accessory just might be the easiest way to look 10 times cooler without trying at all.
Colored Gloves on the Runway
Colored gloves made an appearance in several shows over the last few seasons, and brands such as Gucci, Prada, Fiorucci, and Saint Laurent are all taking part. Colored gloves were either the standout statement accessory (as reflected in the styling at Gucci and Prada) or worn in a monochromatic ‘fit à la Fiorucci.
Saint Laurent Fall/Winter 2025
Prada Spring/Summer 2026
Gucci Fall/Winter 2025
Fiorucci Fall/Winter 2024
How to Style Colored Gloves
When it comes to styling colored gloves, err on the side of fun and whimsy and opt for a complete brightly colored palette for your ensemble. If you’re more inclined toward neutrals, make your colored gloves a bright pop of color in an otherwise classic look.
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