Did you manage to guess what this glove is used for? It's used to protect the wearer's hand when shucking oysters! Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…

These Christmassy knitted gloves are a perfect stocking filler! 🎅 Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…

This pair of Yves St Laurent Rive Gauche gloves from the 1980s has some tiny baubles on its side. 🎄 Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…

We're starting the new year with a calming look at some of our white gloves, such as these kid-leather ones from the 1950s. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-200…

Gloves have many uses — fashion, warmth, sport, protection, medicine, gardening, and others. This gauntlet glove from the 1970s had a ceremonial purpose. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-199…

We're continuing our white theme with these elegant Christian Dior gloves from the 1960s. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…

The final gloves in our series on white are these World War II mittens. Their camouflage matches a snowy landscape. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-202…

Stay warm and dexterous with these pink fingerless gloves, with a fold-over panel to convert them to mittens! Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-200…

These gloves are not inside out! They actually have white sheepskin on the outside. Wouldn't it be nice to hold the wearer's hand? Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…

Welcome to the season of blossom! The start of spring can be chilly, so these gloves with their blossoming cuffs would be ideal. 🌸🌼🌸 Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-199…

Blossom is a symbol of spring and is often celebrated in Japan with blossom-watching (hanami) parties, for which these light-pink satin gloves would be absolutely perfect. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…

This men's gauntlet glove from around 1615 has wonderful applied panels of blossom-pink silk. The panels have a floral diamond-lattice design, embroidered in gold metal threads and spangles, adding a touch of opulence. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-233…

There is a huge variety of blossom. It's sometimes delicate and ephemeral, and sometimes overwhelming, such as the haze of blossom on these gloves from around 1670. The pink silk pom-poms contrast with the green embroidered zig-zag design. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…

As quickly as it began, the blossom spectacle will come to an end. If you've already been hit by a bout of nostalgia, relive the moment with these wonderful cotton gloves! Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-202…

Green grass and blue sky — the perfect spring day! These knitted silk mittens from the late 19th century will also be useful if the weather takes a turn for the worse. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…

Green silk embroidery, ribbons and rosettes embellish this men's gauntlet glove from 1660. What would the rest of the outfit look like? Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-233…

Emerald is the birthstone of May. The striking emerald band transforms this pair of navy gloves made by Dents in the 1960s. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-199…

The only real gem here is this pair of gloves from the 1880s! They are decorated with heather, amber-yellow, emerald-green, cyclamen-pink, azure and blue paste (imitation) gems. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-199…

Our new series of posts on lace begins with this gorgeous glove. It has a floral design in cream Flemish lace. Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-234…

Lace is not just white! This brown glove from the 1890s has silk ribbon bows and a large lace cuff. Not a pale shade in sight! Find out more: theglovecollection.uk/gloves/gct-201…