Category: ‘Gloves’

Deal Of The Day: Take 50% Off Leather Gloves From Lord & Taylor

A sleek pair of leather gloves is surely the most elegant way to stay warm – get one of Lord & Taylor’s classic, chic designs on sale now and heed our tips on how to wear them right.

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These simple leather gloves ($29 from $58) have a certain crisp feel to them that we just love; plus, they are lined with silk, which sounds good to my aching fingers.

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Take fancy to a new level, with this regal, (genuine) fur-trimmed style ($32.50 from $65)  in black, brown, or a gorgeous tan.

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Double up on warmth with leather on the outside, cashmere on the inside and a vintage long length. These gloves ($36 from $72) come in ten shades, including girly purple and pink.

Be sure to take a look at our guides to the best in gloves, scarves, and faux fur for for more fashionable winter picks.

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Winter Accessories Under $150: Fingerless Gloves, Infinity Scarves, And Faux Fur Galore

Today on Better.tv, we’re showing off our favorite winter accessories trends: fingerless gloves, infinity scarves, and the now-ubiquitous faux fur. (Hi Rachel Zoe!) Best of all: all the items you see here are under $150.

Also: Find even more faux fur, infinity scarves and fingerless gloves in our hand-picked shopping guides.

Faux Fur

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Faux fur is showing up on everything from vests to hats to shoes this season. We love the luxurious look of this faux mink wrap ($40 – and from Target!) for pairing with holiday party dresses or even jeans and a tee – it’s more versatile than you’d think. This vest ($150) from Stefani Greenfield’s stellar HSN line is also a cold-weather workhorse.

If you’d prefer your faux fur in small doses, try a fluffy hat ($15), or these cool socks ($39) that can freshen up the look of your boots with the fur cuff that peeks out the top.

Infinity Scarves

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This of-the-moment scarf shape makes getting that effortlessly chic loop totally simple – just throw it over your head. Echo’s chunky single-loop scarf ($45) is the simplest – it sits around your neck like a cowl-y collar. Wear Roxy’s Glow Infinity Scarf ($28) or Echo’s triangle pattern scarf ($35) the same way, or double-loop them for a cozier fit.

Fingerless Gloves

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Since we’re all tied to our Smartphones these days, fingerless gloves make communicating on the go a breeze: fingers are free to type and text. Free People’s Doubs gloves ($28) have adorable metal buttons, and Mossimo for Target’s pair ($11) is extra long for extra warmth.


If You Can’t Afford To Wear Prada, Maybe You Can Read It Instead

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We’ve been enamored of fashion-world books recently – the Sartorialist’s is a standout – so we were excited to hear from WWD that Prada will be releasing a 706-page book of its own, aptly titled Prada.

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While I can’t wait for the leaden coffee-table book (the exact release date hasn’t been announced, but all signs point to soon), The Devil Wears Prada will just have to cover for tomes with the brand name in the title.  I’d also like to point out that, should you purchase the Prada book, you’ll probably want to handle it with kid gloves – literally.  An appropriate route to take might be Prada’s own lambskin gloves.

Whether you’re looking for an easier way to read during your cold-weather commute or just like the fashion-forward look, a pair of fingerless gloves will do the trick.  Pair them off with a designer handbag to truly cop a Prada-approved look.

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Top Five: Fingerless Gloves To Make Your Hands Your Latest Fashion Accessory

Some of you may have thought this bad girl-chic trend had hit its limit, but we beg to differ. The time is nigh to whip out creative handwear, so forget about expensive jewels and accessorize with our top five fingerless gloves.

FP Diamond Gloves

For some wrist bling, forgo your tired bracelets and choose this cute, ruched, wool blend glove ($28) with trendy gem embellishment at the cuff.

Portolano leather fingerless gloves

Give these leather fingerless gloves from Portolano ($150) a try; they’re almost reminiscent of wrist warmers.

Pop Top Wool Knit Fingerless Gloves

For classic wool gloves ($30) that will always do the trick, try a design by Carolina Amato. These convert from mittens to fingerless easily and come in a variety of colors.

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These long cashmere gloves ($55) will keep your arms super toasty and your fingers free.  They come in black, red, or white, in addition to this gray.

Deena and Ozzy Gloves

For that moto-chick look of the moment, save your leather money for a handbag and get this faux Deena and Ozzy pair ($28) with perforation for added effect.

We’ve always got the latest trends covered, so don’t hesitate to sift through our guides for the best in leggings, boyfriend jeans, and thigh-high boots.  And of course we’ve got more fingerless gloves for you to check out.

Entertaining All-In-One Winter Warmth From Peter Jensen

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Weird though it may be, we actually think this scarf and gloves combo by eccentric designer, Peter Jensen, is sort of genius. Think about it – it keeps your neck covered and your hands warm, and you’ll never lose a glove. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Jensen’s work, he’s known for his oddball creativity; his collections have featured imitations of Greenland’s traditional clothing, handbags shaped like huge watermelons, and most recently, perhaps in a nod to Mary Kate and Ashley’s fashion forward headgear, bunny ear sunglasses.

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I think Jensen may have stolen that bag from my mom at the beach circa 1990, but if it puts you in the mood to prep for next summer now, we prefer fruit tones to actual fruit on our handbags. Try this slightly more elegant Tory Burch tote, and for somewhat more wearable statement headgear, take a look at Marc Jacobs’ giant “Runway” bow headband.

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For similar tips, shop our guides for the best in really big totes, gloves, and cheap scarves.

Betty Gets Down With Her Bad Self (Well Sort Of, Almost) In Florals

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In an excellent episode of Mad Men (both style and plot-wise) Peggy was promiscuous once again, Don sealed the deal with hotel big wig, Conrad Hilton (and passed some bad judgment with some creepy 19-year-old hitchhikers), while Betty had an interesting meeting with Henry Francis, a man from the Governor’s office. It was very clear that Mr. Francis’ intentions were not just to help Betty save the Pleasantville Reservoir, and judging by the fitted frock she wore to their appointment, it looks as if Bets may have a cheating heart in her as well.

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We know it’s summer in Mad Men land, but a floral sheath with tights and some knee-high boots can do the trick for fall. If you’re feeling dainty, it may be tough to find a wearable pair of white lace gloves these days, but why not bring Draper’s look into the twenty-first century with a fingerless style in black?

Find your ideal version of this fashionable Betty Draper ensemble; check out our guides for the best in sheath dresses, sunglasses, and gloves.

Taste Test: Which Fingerless Gloves Are A Steal?

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Test that fashion IQ with in our Taste Test library.

And pair your new gloves with a cozy scarf and hip jacket.

Fashion Top Five: Fingerless (And Abbreviated-Finger) Gloves

The pair of convertible fingerless gloves/mittens I bought late in the fall has become completely indispensable. Because it has always been annoying to take off your glove to rifle around your bag and find a lip gloss. Why these did not explode in popularity until now, I have no idea.

These cashmere gloves ($31) are the no-frills version, in a pretty Kelly green.

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Convertible gloves ($12) are my personal favorite, because they offer the option of protecting fingers2009-01-26 from the lately ridiculous cold when you don’t need to use your hands.

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Portolano takes the fingerless thing a step farther with these gloves ($11, were $55), which free up the entire top part of your hand.

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Wear these long gloves ($24, were $48) with ¾ coats, or scrunch them down a bit for extra warmth with your regular jacket.

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The military-esque detail on this pair ($15) lends a bit more style.

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Top Five: Gloves Always Look Better On. Foolproof Fashion Gifting

Everyone appreciates a good pair of gloves when it’s freezing out. The ones below would make an equally great – and relatively inexpensive – present to yourself. 

A whimsical take on elegant gloves, these Lady Button Gloves ($15) are kind of endearing, with the contrast stitching and little buttons.

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J. Crew has an adorable (though I’m not sure original) name for all the highly practical glove-mitten hybrids popping up: Oshawa glittens ($15). We love them in this sunny yellow.

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Contrast-cuff leather gloves ($130) are so ladylike – and can extend the season for your ¾ sleeve coats and sweaters.

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Cashmere gloves ($33.15) are a budget-friendly but still luxurious gift. These come in eight other colors.

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With UGG sheepskin gloves ($145), you get all the coziness of Uggs, but these are glamorous, not clunky.

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Cocktail Attire Comes Out To Play On Gossip Girl… Even Chuck Gets Festive And Sparkly

The backstabbing, the lies, the deceit – it never ends, does it? And you never know what to expect. Another episode of Gossip Girl leaves us wondering "What's next?" But more importantly, it leaves us asking "Where can I get those clothes?"

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The majority of the cast donned mostly prom-ish attire at the Snowflake Ball in last night's episode, including one very glittery tuxedo on Chuck. Surprisingly, it was the youngest cast member of all who wore something we ladies who've actually graduated from high school would consider for our upcoming holiday party. 

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Get Jenny's downtown chic look and upstage all the boring tube dresses you'll see on New Year's Eve. Start with this black bubble-hemmed dress with a slight sweetheart neckline, fitted torso, and rouched waist line ($54.50). Opt for plain sheer black tights to give a more grown-up appeal to your ensemble. Wolford tights ($46) are the most luxurious, but we also suggest Donna Karan ($14) if you don't want to spend too much on hosiery.  

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Staying warm as you bar hop (or go from the driveway to the front door of someone's home) is essential this holiday season. This black fur wrap ($625) is guaranteed to keep you toasty. These jeweled leather gloves ($195) are a unique (and functional) accessory for a night out. 

Halloween: Got Dog?

Beth ChapmanBe a bad ass while catching the bad guy this Halloween… be Beth the Bounty Hunter!

Come on, you know you want to!  What good girl doesn't like the thought of dressing up like a seriously tough chic who can hang with boys?  Beth Chapman (aka "The Huntress") is the soul mate and bounty hunting partner of Duane "The Dog" Chapman from A&E series fame.  She is described as a "peroxide princess paradigm; merging larger-than-life hair and cleavage with brains".  What's not to love?

You might be surprised to find some of the following necessary objects in your closet or your old uncle Lou's attic. Better yet, scour your local Goodwill store…

The Outfit
Hair & Make-Up
Extras
  • Tie a bandana around your arm (preferrably an American flag)
  • Black Oakley-style sunglasses
  • 1996 cell phone on waistband
  • Fingerless gloves
Bounty Hunter Gear
  • Official "Dog The Bounty Hunter" tee shirt
  • Official hat
  • Fake badge
  • Fake handcuffs (or real ones if you want to use them later!)
  • Fake gun
  • Fake walkie-talkie

Check-out this lovely lady. If she can do it, you can too!

Beth Chapman COSTUME

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good Answer: Use Vaseline to Keep Your Patents Shiny

image Our loyal readers are probably familiar with our 'Good Question' posts where we pick out reader questions from the boards and help resolve them. But we have noticed that you readers also have great answers and solutions of your own. Here is an example of what we're talking about:

Question: How do I keep my patent leather items looking their best? 

Answer: If you have 7 minutes, a soft cloth and a dollop of petroleum jelly, you can make your patent leather handbag or shoes shiny in no time:

1. Take a soft cloth and rub a good amount of p-jelly onto you accessories. (Rub it until there are no streaks.)

2. Let it dry for 5 minutes.

3. Use another part of the soft cloth and polish your handbag or shoes.

It will not make your bag/shoes sticky but it will make them shiny! Scuffed up shoes or purses are not a good look. I have been a patent leather lover for years and my Nana (grandmother) taught me this tip. It's easy, it's fast, it's inexpensive and most of all you will look put together. 

Good tip reader! Here are some great patent leather finds for you to practice on: 

 

 

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