Petrol Blue & Cream Driving Gloves in Lamb Nappa Leather

What’s your glove size?

To determine your glove size, simply measure your dominant hand around the fullest section of the palm.

As implied by the expression “to fit like a glove,” dress gloves were traditionally worn with a relatively tight fit to appear as trim and elegant as possible. Therefore, if you are in-between sizes, we generally recommend sizing down: as the leather stretches, it will conform perfectly to your hand’s dimensions.

Leather Maintenance

All leathers employed by Fort Belvedere have been carefully sourced and tanned for longevity and durability, but there are simple steps that you can take to keep your gloves looking their best and feeling as comfortable as possible for years to come.

Cleaning

If a portion of your gloves gets wet, it may develop water stains. If an area of your gloves is darker than the rest after getting wet and then drying, wet the entire glove with clean water and then allow it to air dry for several days. The gloves will then be returned to their uniform appearance.

In most cases, your gloves can be washed with just clean water. If you want to use a cleanser, we suggest a dedicated glove-leather cleaner or a very mild product like baby soap or shampoo. Never use artificial cleaners.

Never wring your gloves dry. Instead, lay the gloves flat with the fingers extended on a towel and layer another towel on top to remove excess water. Then, air dry the gloves for a few days, keeping them clear of artificial heat sources like a radiator, hair dryers, and the like, because they could discolor or damage the leather.

Note that after cleaning, your gloves may feel slightly stiff. Simply wear them regularly to break them back in and they shall return to their previous softness.

Storage

After wearing your gloves, store them flat with the fingers stretched out. Never leave your gloves balled up or crumpled.

Exquisite Lamb Nappa

Lamb nappa is a type of soft, full-grain leather that is crafted from the hides of young sheep. This leather is famed for its suppleness and smooth texture, which makes it an ideal choice for luxurious sartorial accessories. Lamb nappa is not only prized for its elegance and buttery feel but also for its durability, despite being lightweight and thin. Its fine grain provides a natural uniform appearance favored by connoisseurs.

Hit the Road with These Driving Gloves!

• Handmade in Hungary
• Crafted from Grippy Italian Lamb Nappa
• Unlined for Total Grip Control
• Vintage Handwoven Arrow Back Detailing
• Perforated for Breathability
• Two-Button Snap Closure for the Perfect Fit
• Individually Sized

The History of Driving Gloves

During the nascent days of automobiles, driving was a cold, dirty, uncomfortable business and early motorists kept their hands clean and warm with the use of large driving gauntlets, along with heavy overcoats and goggles.

As the 20th century progressed and automobile technology improved, driving gauntlets shrank in size and became the slimmer, tighter, and more elegant driving gloves that we know and love today. These gloves were still very useful to drivers during the Golden Age of Menswear because they improved grip on the steering wheel, which was still wooden, protected the car interior from oils and sweat from the driver’s hands, and helped to regulate temperature.

Driving gloves were regularly worn by professional and amateur race car drivers during this period, but they were also worn by every day gentlemen on their daily commutes or while enjoying a pleasant ride through the countryside. To this day, driving gloves are the perfect accessory for the local speed demon or the regular commuter.