Ultra-feminine
Ladies gloves
Ladies Gloves saw a resurgence during the ‘50s, when
clothing became ultra-feminine and formal after the war. Accessories were very
important, and a matching hat, bag and gloves had to perfectly finish off an
outfit.
Most women
wore gloves when out in public during the day, especially in the first half of
the decade. Daytime gloves were wrist-length in leather or suede in neutral
colors or plain white. Jackie Kennedy wore wrist length white
gloves for most of her public appearances. She was a model for the decade as to
how women should dress.
Gloves came in a
number of other lengths, cuts and colors. The scalloped gauntlet remained
common as well as long plain gloves. Button details, bows, embroidery, and
ruffles adorned many day styles. Peach, pink, and baby blue were all great
colors for spring.
Evening gloves were usually worn, elbow-length, and came in
satin or nylon, matching the dress. Big sparkly bracelets were often worn over
the top. Evening gloves dyed to match a formal dress were ideal for long
gloves. Alternatives were sheer net or short lace gloves in a harmonizing
color.
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