The peculiarity of work gloves is that they, with the right choice, are able to protect the worker's hands from any kind of negative influences that he may face at work.
Alas, if you do not know what kind of work gloves are, then you will not be able to correctly choose a protective device that matches the specifics of your activity.
Classification
Types of work gloves and their purpose:
- The most common are those made from cotton fabric with a PVC coating. They are used in almost all industries, from trade to industry. As a rule, they are worn to protect hands from contamination with substances that are not dangerous to humans. Can be covered with PVC only partially or completely. Alas, these types of work gloves do not protect against mechanical, thermal or any other serious damage that a person may encounter at work.
- Latex gloves are widely used in the chemical industry and employees in other industries that are exposed to chemicals: paint and varnish industry, oil refining industry, textile industry.
- Nitrile gloves provide light protection against mechanical damage and withstand the effects of chemicals well. They are used in construction works, paint and varnish and chemical industries.
- Split are used when serious protection from mechanical damage is required. They are made of leather and resist shock, puncture and heat well.
- Rubber or silicone. Depending on the type, these types of work gloves can be used in the food industry, medicine or when working with electrical installations.
- usually used in heavy industry. They can be made of split leather, leather or tarpaulin. Withstands shock, puncture, sparks and splashes of hot metal well.
For the modern person who follows fashion guidelines, accessories play a very important role. They help to create your own style, maintain your image. In addition, modern accessories create a sense of comfort and convenience for their owner. Creating a complete look, modern accessories can harmoniously fit any look. And it is on this basis that the accessories are selected with the utmost care.
Gloves are also considered an accessory item. Beautiful, correctly selected gloves not only can talk about their owner, make an impression and set the mood, but also have a significant functional role - they warm hands on cold days, and protect from chilly rain.
As an accessory, gloves always remain in favor, they do not lose their popularity today. Gloves serve not only as a practical thing, but can also perform decorative functions, which are successfully used by many well-known and popular brands offering their best products. Today, many people who know a lot about high-quality and fashionable things can satisfy their claims regarding the relevance, price, assortment, design and convenience of gloves.
An excursion into history.
Especially feminine hands, graceful and delicate, should be in a worthy frame. Modern technologies make it possible to produce gloves that emphasize the beauty of women's hands, while protecting them from rainy and cold weather. But initially, gloves were protection from the weather - even in Ancient Egypt, people had to wrap their hands of various types of fabrics, fastening them with a rope to their wrists. Later, people from the higher social strata of society could boast of having gloves. Gloves appeared in Russia thanks to Tsar Peter. Until the beginning of the 20th century, wearing gloves was a manifestation of sophisticated and good manners in secular society.
Glove materials.
Today, the variety of styles, types, materials of gloves is simply amazing. However, the most elegant and popular to this day were and remain gloves made of genuine leather. For the manufacture of women's gloves, mainly sheep or goat skin is used, since it is tender and more elastic.
Leather gloves.
Leadership among leather gloves is occupied by husky gloves - a certain kind of leather, the most delicate, soft, but also durable among all the others. No matter how cruel it sounds, but the starting material for this type of gloves is the skin of young kids and lambs. Play gloves have an amazing appearance, they perfectly fit the hand. However, these gloves, due to their subtlety and tenderness, are suitable only for the off-season - spring or autumn. For winter time, gloves made of stronger and thicker leather are more suitable. The inner part of winter gloves is usually insulated with a fur or knitted lining, fleece or jersey inserts.
Suede gloves look no less refined than kid gloves. They look elegant and wrap your hand in warmth and comfort.
Gloves knitted from yarn.
In recent years, winter knitted gloves have become very popular. They, like gloves made of genuine leather, perfectly warm your hands in winter cold, look great on your hand. Moreover, gloves knitted from yarn are distinguished by democratic prices. The warmest yarn for knitted gloves was and is natural woolen yarn. Often, knitted gloves on sale come in ready-made sets - a headdress or a scarf. The only drawback of knitted products is that they are less durable compared to natural leather gloves.
Lightweight materials for a stylish wardrobe piece.
As mentioned earlier, gloves serve not only as protection for hands from the cold, but are also an integral part of the wardrobe, a wonderful and stylish accessory. Therefore, such gloves are sewn from light fabrics. Today, there is a wide selection of linen, silk, velvet, knitted gloves on sale in specialized stores or departments. The most exquisite decoration of an evening or wedding dress can be openwork gloves trimmed with the finest lace.
By the way, as for the finishing of gloves, today it has a huge variety. Gloves are decorated with beads, rhinestones, sequins, embroidery, ornaments, fur trimmings, which add more originality and attractiveness to the appearance of the gloves. Recently, rabbit fur, fox fur and mink fur trim have been very popular.
Fur gloves.
In addition, it is very common to see gloves made entirely of fur. Their not quite familiar appearance may cause confusion among others, but it gives the wearer more warmth than other types of gloves.
A variety of types of gloves.
According to their external data and purpose, women's gloves are of 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 takes about 5-6 cm.As already mentioned, most of the 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 mitts. They are made of various materials - natural and artificial. Colors are mostly muted, pastel, restrained. However, if we talk about the design of such gloves, they are more than others distinguished by the variety and breadth of design thought. Decorated with various elements, including zippers, rivets, straps, etc.
Shortened version.
Short and very short gloves are barely bone-in at the wrist. For the most part, it is a 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 exquisite option for appearing at a social event or a club party.
Extra long gloves.
Extra-long gloves look great with outerwear with a shortened sleeve option. Most of them are used as warming clothes. Often these gloves are made in calm, not flashy colors. The length reaches the elbow (with a sleeve length of a woman's coat three quarters). Most of these gloves are minimally decorated with decor.
Evening gloves.
Evening gloves can be worn with a sophisticated evening dress as an addition to the toilet. The material for such gloves is velvet, satin, silk fabrics of deep and delicate colors, lace, guipure.
As mentioned earlier, gloves made of rabbit, fox, polar fox, mink or beaver fur are at the height of fashion. Gloves keep warm for a very long time. Naturally, given the material for sewing the product, they have a considerable price.
How to determine your size correctly.
Based on the listed many types of gloves, their purpose and sewing material, the moment of selection of gloves remains very important. To begin with, it is worth deciding on the function of the purchased gloves - will they serve as decor, will they be a warming element of the wardrobe? Next, you should decide on the style - leather or knitted, shortened or extra-long.
Then you should determine the size of women's gloves. Typically, glove sizes are displayed in French inches. And to determine the size, you should know the volume of the hand in the mid-palm region, focusing on the base of the thumb. Measurements should be made with a measuring tape, wrist slightly bent. The resulting size in centimeters is divided by 2.71. The result is rounded to the nearest five tenths.
The most "popular" women's sizes are sizes from 6 to 8 1/2 - correspond to the size in centimeters from 16 to 23, respectively.
How to choose the right gloves.
Modern technologies allow you to buy gloves not only with your personal presence in stores or specialized departments, but also on the Internet without leaving your home. But it is unlikely that this method is suitable for people who value quality and style. The glove should be tried on the hand, bending the hand, wiggling the fingers. Moreover, quality gloves should be made from a single piece, not rags. This is especially true for gloves made of genuine leather and fur.
Skin coloration should be uniform throughout the entire garment. A large number of seams on gloves leads to rapid loss of shape. In this case, all seams, without exception, must be intact, without gaps and protruding threads. Natural leather gloves should only stretch in width, taking the shape of a hand when put on. High-quality leather and a properly sewn glove, when removed from the hand, takes on its original appearance. Lining in quality gloves should not be made of synthetic material, which, especially in cold weather, will not retain heat.
Storage in the "non-glove" season. Caring for gloves.
Each type of gloves must have its own individual care.
So, for example, knitted gloves are allowed to be washed in warm water with a small amount of non-aggressive detergents. Such gloves are dried in a suspended state, in no case on a battery or heater.
Gloves made of genuine leather require special care. It is categorically impossible to wash such gloves: after washing, they lose their visual appeal, deform. Goatskin and deerskin gloves can be lightly wiped clean, if necessary, with a slightly damp cloth. Sheep leather gloves can also be wiped clean with a cloth, but very soft. Suede gloves, especially of light colors, are generally not recommended for wet cleaning.
Gloves should be stored flat with a cardboard inserted inside to maintain their original appearance. The gloves are kept in a box, lightly greased with burdock or castor oil.
The cost of women's gloves is formed by the material of their manufacture, model range, brand name, etc. The cost of classic leather women's gloves starts from $ 50 - $ 70.
Stylish women's gloves can not only protect your hands from the effects of frost and cold weather, they can transform any outfit, place the right accents and even become the main detail of the image. Fashionistas should not neglect this wardrobe item, but not all girls can choose the right accessories correctly, as well as combine them with other clothes. Let's try to understand this issue and explore the different types of these products.
Types of women's gloves
Women's gloves photo
There are several types of women's gloves and, as a rule, they are divided into the following categories - by purpose, by length, by material used. The purpose can be very different - for everyday wear, for going out, for exercising on simulators. The length of the gloves is divided into short, long products and without fingers, or mitts. For sewing women's accessories, materials such as leather, suede, knitwear, textiles are used. In the 2016-2017 season, designers propose, in addition to leather gloves, to wear stylish chunky knitwear. Long women's knitted gloves look great in combination with various pullovers, dresses.
Women's fur gloves will become an indispensable attribute in the winter. It is very important to decorate women's suede gloves with fur, but this option is still inferior to leather. If you are for the protection of animals, then you should choose leather gloves for women made of artificial materials. As for the color of women's accessories, in this matter, designers suggest paying attention to bright and bold colors. Lanvin and Prada, as well as many other fashion houses, have opted for luscious colors. Colored outerwear is in fashion now, so it is permissible to use contrasting shades in the image. For example, choose green gloves for yellow, or choose fuchsia-colored accessories for a white fur coat.
Models of women's gloves
Beautiful ladies' gloves can be tall, short, cropped, and for the gym. In the past, elongated women's gloves were worn only with evening dresses. Such floor-length outfits with spaghetti straps or with a bandeau cut, in combination with accessories, acquire great elegance and femininity. Today, sleeveless outerwear and fur vests are very popular, to which you can wear long leather gloves. This version of the image will correspond to all fashion trends and will not let you freeze in the winter cold. Look for inspiration for similar looks from the Hugo Boss and Marc Jacobs collections.
Short women's gloves cover only the palm and fingers, they can be worn with dresses, outerwear, jumpers, jackets, suits, evening dresses. These pieces have long become classics and are recommended by designers such as Givenchy and Oscar de la Renta. Most fashion houses prefer to try on massive rings and bracelets over this piece of clothing, but in this case, you should choose thin women's gloves.
Fingerless gloves are called "mitts", this season they are recommended to choose Ashley Williams and Dolce & Gabbana. This accessory is not able to fulfill the function of protecting the delicate skin of the hands from the cold, but they were not created at all for this. Products without fingers are worn if they want to demonstrate a beautiful manicure, put the final chord in the image or attract the attention of others. Lightweight women's mitts should be selected in the same color scheme as a scarf, hat, shoes and other accessories. Such products perfectly replace bracelets, they themselves become a wonderful decoration, because they are often decorated with rhinestones, embroidery, lace, chains, straps and other elements. Women's cropped gloves cause delight and admiration, you want to try them on and have them in your wardrobe.
Women's sports gloves are an important accessory for those women who are passionate about training. These products are designed to protect the skin of the hands not from the cold, but from damage and calluses. Separately, there can be products for driving a car, gloves for fitness, ski gloves for women and for snowboarding. For such a wardrobe item, synthetic material and leather are preferable, because the product must allow air to pass through, provide heat exchange and remove moisture.
How to make the right choice of the right product?
Manufacturers and stores of leather goods offer their customers a wide variety in the selection of the desired accessory. How not to get confused and choose a product of the right size? This question is even more relevant if you choose gloves not in a shopping center, where you can try them on, but in an online store that does not have this option. The size of women's gloves is determined according to the following algorithm - first of all, it is necessary to measure the circumference of the hand at the base of the thumb with a measuring tape, while the tape should not fit the palm too tightly. It is also recommended to keep the brush in a slightly bent position when measuring. The result should be rounded to the nearest whole number in centimeters. In some online stores, it is suggested to measure the length of the palm and the girth of the hand to more accurately determine the desired size of women's accessories.
Particular attention must be paid to studying the quality of the product so that after the purchase there is no feeling of bitter disappointment. In order for your purchase to please you for a long time, you should carefully check the seams of the product, they should be even and neatly stitched, in no case should there be protruding threads. Leather gloves should not cause discomfort, they should not squeeze the palm, but at the same time fit tightly. The insulation in the product must be evenly distributed, this even applies to the corners of the fingers. You should not rush to make a choice, so as not to regret later, because the product will serve you for a long time.
- Yana Rozhkova
- 23.03.2016, 11:32
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Despite the automation of production processes, manual labor in some cases is irreplaceable. For work to be safe and productive, hands must be protected from mechanical damage and exposure to chemicals. For this, work gloves are used.
Types of gloves
Depending on the working conditions, the types of gloves may vary. Glove manufacturers offer options for all occasions.
To protect against mechanical damage
Knitted with PVC coating. Due to the presence of point inclusions, the product is particularly durable. The composition is usually cotton and polyester, which gives elasticity.
This option is indispensable when working with slippery objects. They have a high degree of strength and wear resistance.
Cotton uncoated. If special precision is required when performing work, the choice should be made in favor of HB gloves. They provide hand sensitivity due to the cotton composition (in some cases, minor amounts of polyester may be added).
For protection against chemical burns and universal
Latex. Provides protection against the harmful effects of certain chemicals. They are often used in contact with slaked lime, as well as in soap making and other industries.
The latex coating can be smooth or rough, while the embossed structure has an anti-slip effect. They are resistant to mechanical damage and excellent resistance. These are the best gloves for jobs that require good hand sensitivity.
Nitrile. This type protects against burns, cuts and other possible damage. The material has increased elasticity.
They are disposable (gloves are thin, but can protect against chemical attack) and reusable (in this case, a nitrile layer is applied to the HB-base, which gives the gloves additional strength and heat-shielding properties).
Nitrile gloves also have dielectric and antistatic functions. Due to the tightness, the considered type is indispensable when performing construction and household work.
Neoprene gloves are used to protect against the harmful effects of a wide variety of chemicals. They are impervious to gases and moisture.
Neoprene is a synthetic rubber material that has been designed to resist oils. In terms of plasticity, the gloves are not inferior to latex ones, and in terms of wear resistance they will compete with nitrile gloves.
Heavy-duty gloves
Split. They are made from material obtained from leather production. Withstand high temperatures.
The rough structure of the split provides a reliable grip on any surface. The photo of split leather work gloves shows their rough structure, but despite this, the material has excellent air permeability, so that the skin of the hands does not shrink.
Leggings are an irreplaceable part of workwear. Such work gloves are made of leather, split leather or tarpaulin. There are two-toed, three-toed, and standard (five-toed) variants.
High arm cuffs provide even more secure protection. Essential when working with glowing metal and welding equipment.
Criteria for the selection of protective gloves
To choose the right mittens, you need to consider the conditions under which they will be used.
Protection functions are the determining factor. Depending on the required purpose, models are selected to prevent mechanical or chemical harm.
Air temperature. If the ambient temperature is comfortable, standard gloves can be used. When working in the cold, you need insulated gloves that have a fur lining.
Strength indicators. When purchasing gloves, pay attention to the EN 388 ratings, which indicate the classes of protection against cuts, abrasions, tears and punctures. The higher the indicator, the higher the degree of protection.
Indicators of resistance to chemicals. They are identified by the EN 374 sign and letter symbols that mean protection against specific chemical elements.
For example, if you need to protect your hands from acetone, the packaging should be labeled with the letter B, from methanol - A, and so on.
Hand protection area. When using gloves with knitted cuffs, the hand is free to move, but the gloves do not protect the wrist. The safety gaiters protect the wrist from mechanical damage, and the long, coated gaiter also protects against chemical influences.
Glove size. Choosing the right size will provide reliable protection and comfort at work. You need to be guided by the girth and long arm, as well as the required long gloves. These parameters are indicated on the packaging of gloves in millimeters.
Photo of work gloves
Autumn has come. Each new day becomes cooler than the previous one and thoughts of the need to update your autumn-winter wardrobe involuntarily come to mind. But what can distinguish you among the gray tones of autumn? Of course, these are gloves. For a long time, gloves have been not only a means of protecting hands from the cold or summer sun, but also an element of clothing that emphasizes the attractiveness, charm and style of their wearers. This wardrobe item has come a long way of development and transformation. The first gloves appeared in ancient Egypt, where they served as a symbol of high status. In the Middle Ages, gloves became widespread in Europe and became an integral part of the clothing of nobility and royalty. Nowadays, the use of gloves can be traced in almost all areas of life from everyday life and medicine to sports and fashion. In the field of fashion, the range of choices is very wide. Let's decide on how to choose gloves.
Types of gloves
Considering the types of gloves more carefully, you should pay attention not only to the color and material from which they are made, but also to their compatibility with other items of clothing. In order for the gloves to harmoniously complete the chosen image, it is necessary to adhere to the classic selection of accessories. Without departing from the traditional rules of style, you should opt for a combination of handbags, shoes and gloves of the same tone. A headdress, scarf, neckerchief or other noticeable adornment can also perfectly resonate with gloves. Let's take a look at the main criteria and characteristics for choosing gloves.
- Classic gloves. Gloves that cover the wrist with their long can be called classic. Such gloves are rightfully considered a universal model, since they can be worn with a coat and jacket of any style. This type of gloves looks especially elegant in leather. Women's leather gloves will emphasize the wonderful sense of style of their owner.
- Long gloves. This type of gloves was introduced into fashion by the English queen Elizabeth I at a reception in Oxford in 1566. It was after this event that long gloves became especially popular. For many decades, long leather gloves flaunt on fashion catwalks, because they are the embodiment of elegance and femininity. Care should be taken when choosing such gloves. One of the safest options is the combination: leather gloves and a coat with wide, cropped sleeves. You can choose lace gloves under the sheath dress. A flared dress will be in perfect harmony with long silk gloves.
- Mitts. Such gloves are always relevant. Mitts, in their classic version, are gloves cut along the edge of the lower phalanx of the fingers. Leather gloves without fingers are used mostly to create an unforgettable style and spectacular image. Mitts have a wide variety of variations. For example, high mitts are quite a spectacular piece of clothing that can easily replace long gloves. Styles such as leg warmers, knitted or crocheted, go well with T-shirts, blouses and short-sleeved dresses. High silk or lace mitts, which are attached to the index finger, will be a classic addition to a wedding or evening dress.
In order to determine the choice of gloves, you must also ask about their quality. Undoubtedly, gloves made from natural materials will become a more valuable purchase. Accessories made of leather and suede will emphasize the elegance and sense of style of their owner. After all, leather is leather, products made from it are generally distinguished by their durability, strength, aesthetic appearance and testify to the stable financial situation of their owner. Of course, in cooler seasons it is better to choose leather gloves with fur. Taking care of the skin of your hands and your health, it is recommended to choose warm gloves during the winter months. Fleece gloves and wool gloves are also not bad to use in winter. Winter gloves are striking in their variety and colors. But the key point in the selection of this item of clothing is the determination of the size.
How to determine the size of gloves
Attention to detail and care for appearance are the criteria that shape your style. The desire to highlight a particular accessory is quite natural for every person. But you don't want to get into an awkward position, sorting through item after item in the store in the hope that at least some one will fit in style and size. And to prevent this from happening, you need to know how to determine the size of the gloves.
In fact, everything is not as complicated as it might seem at first glance. You just need to measure the circumference of the palm at the widest part without the thumb. It is advisable to measure both hands to determine the width of the larger leading palm, so to speak. In most cases, for a left-handed person, measure the left hand, and for a right-handed person, the right. But not all manufacturers indicate the size of gloves in centimeters. What to do and how to choose the size of gloves in inches? It's easy. It is necessary to divide the number obtained by measuring the palm by 2.54 and round the result up to the full number.
You should also know that the designation of sizes from American manufacturers differs from the designations of the European model. For example, gloves 1 size according to the American system of calculus is designated by the letter S. Keep in mind that the main criterion for determining the size of gloves in the United States is the girth of the palm in the area of \u200b\u200bthe bones. Thus, women's gloves in size S assume a palm girth of no more than 18 cm. Size M corresponds to 20 cm, and L - 22 cm in a woman's palm. By measuring your palm, it will be much easier for you to choose the size of the gloves, the table in which they are summarized must be present in the store or you can download it via the Internet. All this will facilitate the task of choosing the right, comfortable and convenient accessory for the care and decoration of your hands.
