Leather Opera Gloves

True opera length begins above the elbow, and our leather opera gloves start there: 19.7 inches (50 cm), with 23.6 and 27.6 inches (60 and 70 cm) for a longer line. They are cut in sheepskin leather with a lining, and an invisible zip runs along the forearm to make a close fit easy to put on. Black, red, pink or white, sold as a pair.

What the Hidden Zip Does for an Opera Glove

Fitted leather gloves this long once took patience and a dusting of powder to get on. Here you open the zip, slide the hand into place, smooth the leather up the arm and close it; the zip stays out of sight, so the line from finger to upper arm is unbroken. It also makes taking them off at dinner far quicker.

Four Colors of Leather Opera Gloves for Formal Nights

Black is the first pair most people choose, and the most versatile. Red turns a simple black dress into a 1920s showpiece. Pink is softer and lovely with champagne or blush beading, while white belongs to weddings, balls and white-tie events. Find satin and fingerless pairs in our opera gloves.

Leather Opera Gloves FAQ

How should opera gloves fit?

Snug through the fingers and palm with no loose leather at the fingertips. Measure around the knuckles: sizes run from S, 6.7 inches (17 cm), to XXL, 8.3 inches (21 cm).

Which length should I choose?

50 cm for short sleeves, 60 cm for most sleeveless dresses, 70 cm for strapless gowns or a dramatic effect.

Do I take them off to eat?

Traditional etiquette says yes, gloves come off at the table. The zip makes that quick to do discreetly.

More colors of this design

Red Long Leather Gloves · Black Leather Opera Gloves · Long White Leather Gloves · Extra Long Leather Gloves