Vol. 9 "Beloved Black Leather Gloves" GUCCI

As the chill in the air deepens, signaling the true arrival of winter, gloves that warmly envelop chilled hands become an indispensable item for the heart of the season. Furthermore, with the upcoming festive period offering ample opportunities to indulge in stylish events and parties, black leather gloves are the undisputed choice for an understated touch of elegance. However, do be exceedingly careful not to lose just one!

Direction by SUKEZANE TomokiPhotographs by YAMAGUCHI KenichiStyling by KAWAI KohtaText by HATAKEYAMA SatokoGrooming by ODAIKYO

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Sukezane“If I were to elaborate on glove details, personally, I prefer longer styles. It’s similar to how with socks, I prefer the ‘hose’ style, meaning I want to wear long socks so my leg hair isn’t visible; I don’t want to show any skin on my wrist. I want to conceal the gap between my sleeve cuff and the glove as much as possible. Therefore, gloves with long ribs like these are excellent for casual wear, as they prevent your wrist from showing even when paired with a blouson or jacket.”

Gucci’s black leather gloves feature a ribbed cuff of cashmere knit with the iconic Web stripe, adorning the opening. They pair well with jackets and coats, as well as knitwear.

Sukezane“However, gloves are the number one item people tend to forget in taxis. It’s easy to lose just one. This becomes an even bigger problem with expensive items, so please be careful. Actor Tom Hanks often posts lost items found on the street on social media, and single gloves frequently appear. The solitary state of a lost glove is quite pathetic and amusing, but I myself often lose them, so it’s a sad joke I can’t quite laugh at.”

¥59,000 (Gucci / Gucci Japan Customer Service 0120-88-1921)