Fingerless Collection

Ladies Soire Early 1850s
Dark red dress: open bodice, basques, pagoda sleeves & 2 bands crossing over a habit shirt. Pink dress: vertical striped fabric worn with black lace fingerless gloves. Date: early 1850s

Advert for D H Evans necessities for soldiers and sailors
Advertisement for D H Evans of Oxford Street, selling necessities for keeping soldiers warm in the harsh winter, fingerless khanki mitts, brown or navy bag gloves, double breasted khaki wool sweater

Frocks and accessories 1933
Two models wearing long spring crepe-de-chine printed dresses. Date: 1933

Leachs WW1 knitting booklet - Comforts for Men
Front cover of a Leachs Comforts for Men booklet, part of their Home Needlework Series, featuring a number of woollen comforts including a helmet or balaclava, fingerless gloves and socks

Comforts for troops, WW1 knitting from Sunlight yarns
Page from a booklet published by Sunlight Yarns during the First World War with patterns and instructions to make a variety of garments or comforts for troops at the front

Japan - High Class Japanese woman with large umbrella
Japan - A fine postcard photograph of a high Class Japanese woman with large umbrella in full winter attire, including thick overcoat, shawl and fingerless gloves Date: circa 1905

Winter hat and gloves
MODEL RELEASED. Winter hat and gloves. Woman wearing a knitted hat and fingerless gloves to keep warm in cold weather

Dresses of 1805
Blue day dress with embroidered hem & fingerless gloves, deep red evening robe with melon sleeves, low square corsage with vandyked tucker worn with a turban

Blue Gowns 1837
Hair: plaited & coiled over the ears. Dresses: off-the shoulder, long ribbons descending from the waist, single flounce at hem, sleeves consisting of 3 lace flounces

Competing with Peacock
Pelisse-robe of pink & grey vertical stripes open to reveal a white petticoat. Girl: short dress with open corsage & chemisette, flat, straw hat & fingerless gloves

Fairy Fancy Dress Photo
A girl in a fairy costume. Her short, white dress has sequinned sleeves & belt. Also: white stockings & court shoes with roses, a crown, wand & fingerless mittens

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"Fingerless: A Fashion Evolution Through the Ages" Step back in time to a Ladies Soiree in the early 1850s, where fingerless gloves were all the rage. Delicate and elegant, they added a touch of sophistication to any outfit. In an advert for D H Evans necessities for soldiers and sailors, fingerless gloves took on a practical role during wartime. These versatile accessories provided warmth while allowing dexterity for those serving their country. Fast forward to 1933, and fingerless gloves made a comeback as part of fashionable frocks and accessories. They became a statement piece, adding flair and style to any ensemble. Leach's WW1 knitting booklet "Comforts for Men" showcased how fingerless gloves could provide comfort to troops during harsh winters. Knitted with love using Sunlight yarns, these gloves offered warmth without sacrificing functionality. Meanwhile, across the globe in Japan, high-class women embraced fingerless elegance as they strolled beneath large umbrellas. The combination exuded gracefulness while protecting delicate skin from the sun's rays. Winter hat and glove sets featured cozy yet trendy designs that incorporated fingerless elements into their intricate patterns. This fusion allowed wearers to stay warm while still being able to use their fingers freely. Traveling further back in time reveals dresses from 1805 adorned with lace-trimmed fingerless mittens - an exquisite detail that elevated these gowns' allure even further. Blue gowns of 1837 found themselves competing with peacock-like extravagance when paired with matching fingerless gloves embellished with pearls or delicate embroidery - truly fit for royalty. Even fairies couldn't resist joining this fashion trend. In fairy fancy dress photoshoots, whimsical creatures donned ethereal costumes complete with enchanting fingertip-less hand coverings – perfect for granting wishes. From ladies soirees to wartime necessities; from Japanese elegance to winter warmth.