Fingerless Gloves (They’re Back!)

September 2, 2009 by Lauren LaRocca
Filed under Fashion, W. Accessories, Womens

Fingerless gloves have come a long way since the 80’s grunge look that pop stars like Madonna and Michael Jackson wore so well. Over the past couple of years, one designer in particular has been credited for bringing this rockin’ look back– the infamous Karl Lagerfeld. Season after season, Chanel runway models have been sporting this look with everything from jeans and a blazer to evening dresses. One question all of us fashion lovers have is how to actually pull this look off and take it from runway to reality? For a day time look, add a simple pair of leather driving gloves like these ones by Carolina Amato with ripped jeans, a plain tee, leather jacket, and boots.

These gorgeous gloves come in black as well, and with a price tag of $65 they are a steal compared to the almost identical Alexander McQueen ones for $470.

For a dressy grunge look pair these studded fingerless gloves by Lauren Urstadt with either a fun and flirty cocktail dress or your favorite LBD. Don’t forget to top it off with platform heels.

Stay warm during winter with these long angora fingerless gloves by Missoni. Depending on the arm length of your shirt you can wear them high up or scrunched down. Play with the layered look by pairing these cozy gloves with a 3/4 sleeve sweater.

Fingerless gloves are a great way to transition your look from summer to fall and also reinvent some of last year’s favorite pieces. Some celebs that have already jumped on the trend are Karl Lagerfeld’s muse Lindsay Lohan, Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, and Gossip Girl’s Taylor Momsen!