When shopping for wool gloves, consider style, type of wool, liners, color, and pattern. Merino wool is soft and fine, while cashmere is highly insulating and durable. Try gloves on for a snug fit and test for quality.
There are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for wool gloves that will make the buying process easier. Wool gloves are great for keeping your hands warm and comfortable in cold weather, and are a definite necessity for people who live in snowy climates. They can also make great gifts, especially for someone who is moving to an area that is known to be extremely cold.
The first thing to think about is the style of the gloves. Basic gloves will cover the hand and run to the middle of the wrist. Gloves of different lengths can run to the elbows, providing additional warmth and protection. Fingerless wool gloves are also an option, for people who want more manual dexterity while wearing wool gloves. It is also possible to find lace wool gloves, which are designed to be primarily decorative, with lace or trim designs in fine wool that allow the skin of the hand to show through.
The type of wool is also something to consider when buying wool gloves. Merino wool is the softest and finest grade of sheep’s wool available, and tends to be common for wool gloves. Thicker grades of wool tend to provide less insulation and can be thick and scratchy. Wool from other animals, such as cashmere, mohair, and angora, is also an option. Cashmere is soft, very fine and highly insulating, as well as being very durable, while angora and mohair are famous for being very fuzzy to the touch.
Glove liners are also a consideration. Some wool gloves are lined with silk and other materials to make them more comfortable to wear, and some are not. Wool gloves can often be worn without liners just fine, but a liner adds a layer of insulation and comfort. If liners are to be worn under gloves, it is important to purchase a pair that is large enough to accommodate both the hand and the glove liner, and to find a glove liner that fits perfectly.
On the more aesthetic end of things, most people like to think about color and pattern. Black wool gloves are practical because they complement a variety of outfits, but other colors are available as well. It is also possible to find gloves that have been knitted in various patterns, including ribbed wool gloves and cabled wool gloves, in which the pattern includes a raised design.
Ideally, wool gloves should be tried on before you buy them to make sure they’re a good buy. Good gloves should allow some freedom of movement, with the hand snug but not tight. If the gloves are too loose, they will not provide enough insulation. At the same time, the gloves can be tested with a gentle tug to confirm that they are well-constructed and won’t start to unravel or fall apart with use. If gloves are purchased for someone else, their approximate hand size should be taken into account to obtain a reasonably tight fitting glove.
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