Leather gloves are much-loved for their strength and durability, but even the toughest leather gloves can easily be damaged if handled without care. And when you’ve invested in a pair of quality Dents leather gloves, the last thing you want to do is accidentally tear them.
That’s where we can help. We strongly believe there’s a right way to put on and take off your leather gloves and we know how much a little extra care can help keep your leather gloves looking exceptional for as long as possible. In the same way that clothing can be handmade and require extra care, so are many of our leather gloves and should be handled like your most-loved garments.
So, whether you’re looking for just a few dos and don’ts or full step-by-step instructions, we’re here to help with our how to guide advising on the best way to put on and take off leather gloves.
How to put on leather gloves
+ TOP TIP: If putting on brand new leather gloves, there could be a thread tying the pair together. Cut this thread carefully with scissors. Pulling it apart could damage the gloves before you’ve even worn them.
- Fold back the top of the glove cuff and carefully insert your fingers and thumb into the tips of the gloves’ fingers and thumb.
- Gently unfold the top of the glove back over your wrist until it is in the correct position. Don’t pull too roughly and ensure any strain is evenly spread across the leather.
- Check that the seams are straight on the gloves’ fingers, thumb, and hand. Success - your leather gloves should be correctly in place.
+ TOP TIP:If your gloves have a stud fastening (as per many leather driving gloves), undo this when putting the gloves on and fasten once the glove is in place.
+ TOP TIP: Be patient and don’t rush when putting on your leather gloves. The correct size may still feel a little snug for the first few wears, but the leather will soon stretch to fit your hand and the gloves will slip on easily in no time.
Mistakes to avoid when putting on leather gloves
Naturally, if there’s a right way to do something, there’s also a wrong way. And over the years, we’ve seen a few things that quickly and easily cause premature wear and tear to your leather gloves. Here are our top tips on what not to do when putting on leather gloves. Avoid these if possible!
- Do NOT pull the glove on by its cuff. This pulls the glove out of shape and can strain the fine stitching. Some of our finest leather gloves feature a hand-felled top where the leather and lining are stitched together by hand and so pulling from the cuff alone could easily damage this.
- Do NOT push between the fingers of the glove.
How to take off leather gloves
Removing your leather gloves can often be rushed as you head indoors or need bare hands. As with putting your gloves on, taking extra consideration during this moment can help keep your leather gloves looking and feeling their absolute best. Here are our simple steps on how best to remove your leather gloves.
- If you have a strap or stud fastening on your glove, undo this.
- Gently pull the glove from the top of each finger and the thumb, sliding off a little at a time until completely removed. Take care to avoid strain on the seams of your gloves.
- Pull the gloves back into shape while still warm and fasten any studs before storing.
Looking for more advice on how best to store your leather gloves? Head to our how to guide packed with top tips.
And that’s it. The most delicate leather gloves can be safely fitted, while the strongest may be torn if wrongly handled so a little care is all that’s needed.
