Séverine | Leather Opera Glove with Mousquetaire-Black-Cornelia James

Séverine | Leather Opera Glove with Mousquetaire - Black

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$530.00 CAD
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Séverine | Leather Opera Glove with Mousquetaire-Black-Cornelia James
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Séverine | Leather Opera Glove with Mousquetaire - Black

Séverine | Leather Opera Glove with Mousquetaire - Black

$530.00 CAD
All duty & tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.
Measuring Guide
Glove Measuring Guide

Not sure what size of gloves you need? Please watch our video measuring guide and refer to the size chart below. This will help you capture the most accurate measurements. Most of our gloves are made to measure, so we want to ensure a perfect fit.

Illustration of a tape measure wrapped around the widest part of a hand, excluding the thumb, to find your glove size in inches

We make our gloves in hand sizes from 6 to 8½. To find your glove size, pass a tape measure around the widest part of your hand - usually over your knuckles, excluding the thumb. The result, in inches, is your glove size. If you are between two sizes, round down to the lower.

Here is how you convert from centimetres to inches:

Glove size Inches Centimetres
6 6 15.2
6½
6½
 16.5
7 7 17.8
7½
7½
 19
8 8 20.3
8½
8½
 21.6

How To Measure Hand Size & Index Finger

How To Measure For An Opera Glove (16")

How To Measure For An Elbow Length Glove (12")

How do I guess someone's glove size?

If you are buying gloves for someone and don't know their glove size (and don't want to ruin the surprise), their height can indicate their most likely glove size. Please note, this is statistically most likely but won't be correct 100% of the time.

Applies to women only

Height Most likely glove size
Under 5'1" 6½
5'1" to 5'6" 7
5'7" to 5'8" 7½
5'9" to 5'11" 8
Above 6' 8½
ColourBlack
Size
Upper Arm Fit

For our Opera length gloves, we take a measurement for your upper arm fit to ensure the glove has a correct and flattering fit all the way up your arm. To be clear, the measurement we need is the circumference around your arm at the point where the glove ends - either your bicep or just above the elbow depending on the style of glove.

Please take care with this measurement and give it to us accurately. We really want your gloves to look perfect, and not be too loose or too tight. With your help we can get them just right!

How do I measure my Upper Arm?

Measure from where the thumb crease meets the wrist.

A tape measure held at the wrist crease, ready to measure up the arm

Keeping your arm relaxed, measure up the arm until you reach 16 inches. This is where the glove ends.

A tape measure laid along the forearm from the wrist up to 16 inches

Measure the circumference of your arm at this point.

A tape measure wrapped around the upper arm

The exact result in inches is your Upper Arm Fit for an Opera Glove. Please round to the nearest 0.25 inches.

Close-up of the tape measure meeting itself around the upper arm to give the measurement

To convert centimetres to inches, divide by 2.54 - e.g. 23cm = 9 inches

My measurement is below 8.5 or above 15.5 inches, what should I do?

We will still be able to work to your specification, but please contact us before ordering.
Upper Arm Fit
Optional AdditionsPriced per pair
Gift Wrapping
Gift wrapped in purple paper with gold ribbon on a windowsill with tulips and a family photo.

Every glove we make goes out in a beautiful, built to keep gift box but, if you want to go the extra mile and gift wrapping is not your thing, we can gift wrap for you. We use old school kraft paper in Lilac, satin ribbon and an (optional) handwritten gift note. All you have to do is choose the words.
Gift Wrapping+ $12.00

Lilac kraft paper, satin ribbon and a handwritten note.

CA - order within 2 hours 38 minutes for delivery as soon as October 09, 2026.
Shipping & Delivery

Where do you ship to?

We make our products in Sussex, England, and we ship to most countries in the world. Our services to USA, Canada and Western Europe are typically 2-3 days.

How fast will my order be shipped?

We offer a rush service and a standard service to all countries.

  • With our rush service
    • If your order is placed before 12 noon, England time, your order will be made and shipped the same day
    • If your order is placed after 12 noon, England time, your order will be made and shipped the next working day
  • With our standard service we should have your order made and on its way within 3 working days. Please be aware this time can increase during busy times such as in the lead up to Christmas - but when you review the shipping options at checkout, any delays we have will be reflected in the time estimate you are given.

When you get to checkout, you will see the estimated number of days it will take (in total, inclusive of making and shipping time) for you to receive your order. While this is not a guarantee, it is correct 95% of the time.

How fast are the shipping services?

  • For the United Kingdom, next working day
  • For the United States, Canada & Western Europe, 2-3 working days.
  • For the rest of the world, 2 - 6 working days.

If you require a Saturday delivery, we can normally arrange this (additional carrier cost - please reach out to us)

Do you offer free shipping?

  • For international orders, we offer free shipping on orders above £250, on services up to £20
  • For United Kingdom orders, we offer free shipping on orders above £250

To apply free shipping, enter the code FreeShip at checkout.

Can I ship to a PO Box address?

UPS and DHL can't ship to a PO Box address, as they require a proof of delivery, so please don't set a PO Box as your delivery address.

Will I have to pay import duty or tax?

The price you see on the product page includes all duty and tax. No further charges are added at checkout and you will have nothing further to pay on receiving your order. At checkout, you will see a breakdown representing duty and tax, if it was relevant for your order. Please note, in the instance of a return for non United Kingdom orders, duty or tax paid is not refundable, as it isn't possible for us to recover this from the customs agency in the country you shipped to.

Do you offer returns?

Yes, we offer a 60 day return window on all items. You can either return your items for a refund, or for instant store credit. See our returns page for more information.
Opera length, leather with mousquetaire. Leather opera gloves are part of the iconography of showbiz and are absolutely of the flavour of the season right now. You might not wear them to pop out to the pub but there could be a moment in everybody’s life when there is a need for long leather gloves. If you’ve got a Big Occasion in the offing, this is the glove. Be prepared.
Glove Length: 16 inches

Opera Length. This is a 16 inch glove. This is measured from where the thumb seam meets the wrist, to the opening of the glove.
Material: Nappa Leather

Ethiopian Cabretta leather, derived from the highland hair sheep of Ethiopia’s pristine plateaus, is revered as the world’s finest glovemaking material. Its unparalleled softness, achieved through the hide’s fine grain and natural suppleness, drapes the hand like a second skin, while its remarkable durability ensures timeless elegance. Expertly tanned using age-old techniques, this leather offers a flawless balance of breathability and grip, making it the choice of connoisseurs for gloves that embody sophistication and precision.
Care Guide

The more you wear them, the better they look. That’s why leather gloves aren’t just accessories — they’re something personal. They soften with your every movement, remember your shape, and gain character over time. They don’t ask for much, just that you handle them with care, not control.

A mark or a bit of weather isn’t a tragedy — it’s part of the story. But when they need your help, leather gloves respond best to time and restraint. No rubbing, no shortcuts, and certainly no heat.

Let It Breathe

Forget conditioners and quick fixes. To lift a mark, dust on a touch of talcum powder, smooth it with a dry cloth, and leave it be for a couple of days. If your gloves get wet, blot gently, reshape them softly, and let them dry at their own pace — away from the radiator, the sun, or any artificial heat.

Care Method

Apply talcum powder over marks with a dry cloth. Leave for 48 hours, then dust off gently. If wet, blot carefully, reshape, and air dry naturally. Never fold or store while damp.

For Deeper Care

If your gloves become stiff, lose their shape or develop persistent stains, a leather care specialist can restore their structure and surface without compromising their character.
Handmade in Naples, Italy
Handmade in Naples, Italy
Handmade in Naples, Italy
Ethiopian Cabretta Leather
Ethiopian Cabretta Leather
Ethiopian Cabretta Leather
Glove Style Consultation
Glove Style Consultation

Find your perfect pair, together, over a call.

Enjoy a personalised touch with a style consultation led by Genevieve James, our Design Director and daughter of Cornelia. As part of our family business, Genevieve brings a wealth of expertise and passion, offering a truly bespoke service to help you find the perfect gloves.

Ready when you are.

Choose a time that suits you and Genevieve will take care of the rest. There is no charge, and no obligation to buy.

Book a time with Genevieve

Complimentary · 30 minutes on Google Meet · Monday to Friday, 10:30–16:00 London time. Times are shown in your own time zone when you book.

How it works

  1. Choose a time. Pick a half-hour slot from Genevieve's calendar and tell us a little about the occasion and the gloves you have in mind.
  2. Meet on video. You will receive a confirmation with a Google Meet link, and a reminder the day before. A tape measure to hand is helpful but not essential.
  3. Order with confidence. Genevieve notes the style, colour, size and fit you settle on, so when you order, your gloves are made exactly as you discussed.

“They are beautifully made. I highly recommend scheduling a video call to ensure that the measurements are correct, which Genevieve was able to determine together with me.”
Ida V.

Read more about the consultation
Glove Style Consultation

Séverine in the wild

Sarah Mulindwa | Global Woman Magazine-Cornelia James
Sarah Mulindwa | Global Woman Magazine
Featured in the January–March 2023 issue of Global Woman Magazine, TV presenter and nurse Sarah Mulindwa wears the Séverine opera-length, unlined leather gloves. Styled with a clean black dress and...

Sarah Mulindwa | Global Woman Magazine

Sarah Mulindwa | Global Woman Magazine-Cornelia James

Featured in the January–March 2023 issue of Global Woman Magazine, TV presenter and nurse Sarah Mulindwa wears the Séverine opera-length, unlined leather gloves. Styled with a clean black dress and sharp tailoring, the piece highlights the magazine’s focus on female resilience, ambition and reinvention in the media.

Pasta Fight – Dinner with the Mob Wives | Ellen Von Unwerth

Pasta Fight – Dinner with the Mob Wives | Ellen Von Unwerth-Cornelia James

Shot by Ellen von Unwerth for LOVE Magazine’s “Pasta Fight – Dinner with the Mob Wives”, this story places Séverine opera-length leather gloves at the centre of a high-glamour, after-hours dinner scene. Amid flying pasta, red wine and sharp tailoring, the long, unlined leather gloves cut a clean, sculptural line against bare shoulders and black leather – a cool, nocturnal touch that holds its own in the chaos.

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