Wedding gloves

Gloves since ancient times were considered a luxury item and a sign of a high position in society. Historians claim the first gloves were found still in the tombs of the Egyptian pharaohs. Around the XII century in Europe, there were whole factories for the manufacture of gloves.

In England, for example, the knights, in order to achieve the favor of their ladies heart, presented this item of clothing to her as a gift. The lady, if she was inclined to reciprocate her admirer, put them on the wedding. The first gloves were short, had only holes for fingers and they had completely no covers. Later, around the 16th century, long gloves came into fashion. It is believed that the first lady who risked changing fashion and putting on gloves to the elbow was none other than the magnificent Elizabeth I.

• Mitts. They are of two types with cropped fingers and with a loop that is worn on the middle finger. The first before they put on the hunt or the war. Modern brides have chosen them to complement the image.

This option is optimal for the warm season, or if there is no photo session in cold air. They can not be removed during the ceremonial part of the ceremony, and the groom can put a ring directly on them. They will not interfere at the table. It is also convenient to receive flowers and greetings. However, such an accessory visually shortens hands, so it is more suitable for owners of long musical fingers.

Gloves with an eyelet on one finger will not slip off during the whole celebration. They provide an opportunity to demonstrate the perfect manicure - the pride of every bride. The loop is made of beads, beads or braid.

• · Short wedding gloves. They can be worn with dresses that have a short sleeve, fluffy skirt or midi length. If the dress has a long sleeve or does not have it at all, you should not wear them with this style. This visually lengthens the arms.

They are easily removed. During the painting and exchange of rings, the glove can temporarily decorate the groom's chest pocket, and then also easily return to the bride's hand.

Such models look great with full skirts and knee-length.

However, such gloves should not be worn under a long dress, regardless of whether the dress has sleeves or not. A great alternative - mesh gloves, trimmed with delicate lace. Such a fashion was at the peak of popularity at the beginning of the last century. Today, vintage items are becoming fashionable again.

• Long gloves. They will be appropriate with a long formal dress with a train, with a deep neckline or on thin straps. Fine, if this will be satin gloves or combined with lace. If the bride wants to hide some flaws in her arms, you can’t think of a better alternative. Option above the elbow will be good on the street and in the registry office, but at the table it is better to remove them for greater comfort.

Gloves, stitched from the slimming fabric, perfect for the bride with a curvaceous. They will help to hide some of the figure flaws and add confidence in their own attractiveness. Fragile girls, on the contrary, should not choose this option without first fitting. It can visually reduce the already small proportions.

• Lace Gloves. Wedding gloves made of translucent lace fabric will decorate any bride. This is absolutely a win-win for any outfit, regardless of the texture of the fabric.

This style is suitable for any model dress, and it does not matter what fabric is taken as the basis for the manufacture of the product. Decorating lace gloves with stones or rhinestones, you do not need to choose large and bright specimens.Lace is beautiful in itself and you should not overload it with bright ornaments.

To make the image of the bride complete, it is necessary that the gloves from guipure or lace echo the elements of the main dress, or be supplemented with some accessories. This could be, for example, a reticule or a lace umbrella made of the same fabric as the gloves. They should repeat not only the pattern of the elements on the dress, but also be of the same shade.

Lace gloves can be purchased ready-made, or you can knit it yourself. Earlier, lace was woven on bobbins. Today, this kind of needlework, unfortunately, is almost lost. But crocheted gloves will look no worse than wicker.

Modern fashion is very democratic and it is not necessary to choose a dress for a wedding of exceptionally white color. In addition, there are a huge number of shades of white. And here it is also important to choose the right version of gloves.

Relatively recently, the expression "color ivory" came into use. In English, it sounds like ivory and is translated as ivory. The great advantage of this shade is its versatility - this shade is suitable for almost any hair color and skin tone. However, he is good by himself and it is better to leave him in splendid isolation, picking up ayvori gloves to match the dress.

As for the other colors, there are also rules here. So, for the dress in pastel colors pick up gloves or tone to tone, or else in a contrasting color. For example, for a dress the color of young greens, you can choose gloves of bright pink or dark green. Sky blue outfit will play with the color of violet or tea rose. Classic white gloves can be worn to a bright blue dress. If you do not decide on the cardinal colors in the main outfit, but want to retreat a little from the traditional white, colored gloves are just what you need. Play on the contrast by decorating the dress of a classic color with bright accessories - a belt, color inserts or flowers on the dress and pick up gloves of the same color. For example, a white dress will look very original with cornflower gloves and a hat to match them.

Gloves with a warm golden shimmer, with pink tints, the color of delicate mint should repeat the tone of the dress and ideally complemented by shoes of the same color.

Wanting to add zest to their image, brides often choose accessories with all sorts of decorations. For example, plain gloves of smooth fabric can be decorated with embroidery with the first letters of the names of the newlyweds.

If the bride is wearing a necklace with rhinestones or stones, you can decorate with several stones or rhinestones and gloves. If a girl prefers pearls, it is enough to add several pearls or beads of the same color to the accessories. When decorating gloves with beads, it is appropriate to repeat the same ornament and in the main dress to give the image completeness.

In order not to overload your outfit with a large number of elements, create a sophisticated image, emphasizing the wrists with a ribbon of delicate silk or shiny satin.

It is necessary to take into account the weather conditions and the season when the celebration will take place. In order not to freeze on the street during a photo shoot, you can protect your hands with winter gloves made of thick satin, crepe or jacquard. For the summer fit thin cotton, natural silk or transparent chiffon. In winter, you can hide the handles in thin gloves in a clutch made of natural or artificial fur. At some weddings, young ladies carry the train for the bride. In this case, you should take care of the outfit for girls. It is good, if they will be dressed in those colors, as the bride. Instead of the conclusion.

When choosing gloves the bride should be guided, first of all, by her own comfort. Nothing and no one should prevent her from feeling the most desirable, most beautiful and most happy that day.