The Micro Trend: Gloves

A comeback had been simmering for a few seasons already – AW24 saw houses like Max Mara and Michael Kors add gloves into their ready-to-wear collections, often paired with chic coats and knitwear. Then came the SS26 shows: Pierpaolo Piccioli’s debut at Balenciaga leaned into high drama, with models in long gloves layered over sharp coats and evening dresses. Anne Hathaway even showed up on the front row sporting a pair – styled unexpectedly with a graphic tee, it offered a different perspective on how to wear them. Elsewhere, Givenchy went for a sculptural, monochrome take, Rowen Rose leaned into glossy crimson and Brunello Cucinelli opted for muted tones in layered knits. It’s little wonder fashion insiders are hooked.

There isn’t just one way to do gloves. Minimalists should take cues from Balenciaga and Givenchy – slim, black styles paired with monochrome tailoring feel sharp, modern and unfussy. Colour fans can look to Stella McCartney and Balmain, where pastel pinks and fiery reds made gloves the star of the show, while brands like De Savary London are proving they’re not just for couture customers. Elsewhere, influencers like @YanaMotina, @Jacqueline.GJK, @TheFashionGuitar, @KiraAtikova and @AlisonToby are showing how to wear them in real life – think tonal cream-on-cream, glossy black against oversized coats or layered neutrals that feel instantly more directional. 

Inspiration credits: @ALISONTOBY | @JAQUELINE.JGK | @YANAMOTINA | @ALEXADAGMAR | @KIRAATIKOVA