Mittens

This true winter accessory without a doubt, every citizen of our country has. The harsh climate leaves no choice to modern women of fashion, because their hands should always be warm to keep them beautiful and healthy as long as possible. The best piece of clothing for this purpose are mittens, since in them the fingers are closed, which keeps them warm for a much longer time.

Mittens are a type of winter clothing worn on the hands. They are two “covers” - one for each hand, with separate openings for the thumb.

The history of the appearance of mittens is inextricably linked with the history of Russia. The first mentions of this wardrobe item date back to the XIII century, and in the annals “Varangian mittens” are called - judging by it, they became widespread in Russia from the Varangians living next door.

Initially, mittens were divided into male and female models. Moreover, women wore exclusively decorative character, while men served mainly to protect the hands of workers during the cold season.

Gradually, the mittens began to win the love of the inhabitants of Russia of all classes, becoming an indicator of wealth and belonging to a noble family. So, gold-embroidered mittens could afford to wear only women close to the royal court; mittens with beaver fur trim showed that they belonged to a princely or noble family.

The serfs and free poor residents also did not miss the chance to brag to each other with beautiful mittens, but they did not stress wealth and expensive furs, but the talent and imagination of the needlewomen who bound them. It happened that one master had one pair of mittens waiting for several weeks in order to get an exclusive and beautiful piece of clothing.

In everyday life today, the same pair can be calmly called both “mittens” and “mittens,” and those who call it this piece of clothing will be rightly and correctly understood. But if you look a little deeper and figure out what is really the difference between these items, in addition to the name, you can learn quite interesting facts.

For a long time, mittens served to protect the hands from the cold, and due to the joint presence of four fingers in them, the heat inside was preserved for quite a long time. Mittens are the working clothes, which did not have a thick layer of insulation, and was intended only to protect the skin of the hands from injuries during felling, construction, hunting, etc. While working with the tool, the men protect their hands from calluses, also with mittens. That is, it can be said with complete confidence that mittens are a type of workwear, whose name has spread to mittens due to the similarity of the cut.

Interestingly, in particularly cold climates, people wear both at the same time and the other. At first, hands put on thin mittens, the soft material of which by friction with the skin creates heat and keeps it. Warm fur or down mittens are worn on top of them. The extra layer of heat that forms between the layers of fabric keeps the hands comfortable for much longer.

Mittens - a piece of clothing that is designed to provide warmth and protect the hands from frost.

For ease of use, some interesting modifications have appeared over time to make wearing much more comfortable. For example, mittens, leggings, Evenks and mitts are models, the upper part of which comes unfastened, exposing fingers. This function is suitable for those who need to remove mittens by the nature of their activities. Transformers have the same functionality, which in one motion turn into gloves without fingertips.

Very interesting mittens for two - in fact, these are three items, one of which is designed for two hands holding each other. A great option for lovers and a wonderful gift for Valentine's Day.

For the treatment of certain diseases, special massage mittens have been created - they contribute to better blood circulation and have a beneficial effect on the joints. Such models are suitable for people with arthritis, arthrosis and some other diseases of the skeletal system.

A distinctive feature of the mittens is that during the time between them and the surface of the skin there remains a free space, which allows the fingers to move freely and even clench the fist. A pair of excessively large size will not perform all the functions assigned to it, since cold air will flow through the top.

To avoid this, it is very important to correctly determine the size. To do this, measure the width of the palm perpendicular to the thumb on the line where the rest of the fingers begin. This value will be the size of the mittens. In the modern dimensional grid, size 8 (20 cm) corresponds to the S marking, size 9 (23 cm) - M, 10 (25 cm) - L, 11 (28 cm) - XL and 12 (30 cm) - XXL.

Since the main purpose of mittens is to keep hands warm, they are made of materials having such properties.

Basically, for the manufacture of mittens used natural yarn, which is designed specifically for the harsh climatic conditions. Such is the mohair fiber - wool of the Angora goat, treated in a special way. In its composition there is a small amount of synthetic material - acrylic, which allows natural wool to retain its natural properties longer. This additive does not detract from the qualities of natural material, but rather allows it to retain its softness and color for a longer time.

Sheep and camel hair are favorites of the last decades. Their main characteristics are affordable cost and excellent heating qualities. Choosing such mittens, you can be sure that your hands will always feel warm.

Mitt models that do not have seams and are made by wet or dry felting will be appreciated by amateurs spending a lot of time outdoors in the winter. The absence of seams on the felt eliminates the ingress of cold air. and the dense arrangement of wool fibers creates a dense warm air cushion, inside of which the freezing of the hands is excluded.

A stylish model that allows you to keep your hands warm and look very stylish. Heat is preserved by heat insulator, which is necessarily present inside the mitten, otherwise it simply will not perform its function. Very often, the design of such mittens suggests the fur layer to the outside, which is an additional decoration and protection from the penetration of cold air inside.

Fleece mittens - a model that is becoming increasingly popular among young people. Very often, these mittens are decorated with various funny animal patterns or images of popular cartoon characters. Such a pair can be safely presented to a child or a teenager and be sure that the gift will be appreciated.

Regarding the fact that fleece mittens can not provide warm hands, you should not worry - now in their production using modern heaters (for example, sintepon), which have excellent thermal insulation characteristics. And by the way, such mittens are quite inexpensive.

Also, depending on the purpose, mittens on an artificial insulator may have a different top layer - felt or suede, they will serve as a wonderful decoration and will successfully fit into any stylish bow, and with the decor of Pavloposad shawls they will emphasize your individuality and refined taste.

Functional rubber mittens or raincoat models cope with moisture that may fall on their surface, and keep your hands not only warm but also dry. But membrane mittens will also help in case of excessive sweating of the palms - the micropores that make up the membrane have unique properties - they let the air in, but do not allow the ingress of moisture, since each hole is smaller than a water molecule.

An accessory that with each new fashion season is increasingly appearing on the catwalks during the shows of the collections of winter outerwear. They look great in combination with a fur coat of the same fur, which is made from themselves.

A stylish fur vest, supplemented by a slightly lighter shade of mittens and blown-ups, looks much more noble and luxurious, even though the vest is made of sufficiently low-cost fur.

Mittens, in which the insulation is made of rabbit or fox fur, are perfect for combining with mink coat. A similar pile, especially if it is painted in the same color, will be combined with a fur coat and will create the impression that the mittens are one with the sleeves of outerwear.

Arctic fox mittens are a symbol of luxury and wealth. The wealthiest people can afford them, since in such an incarnation the fur wears out pretty quickly and will last a maximum of a couple of seasons. In order to somehow extend the life of this luxury accessory, the designers complement them with a leather insert, which is located in the palm of your hand. So the fibers are less subject to friction and, accordingly, retain their original appearance a little longer.

The same applies to mittens with a heater of beaver - due to its high cost, it is often combined with other materials, which significantly reduces the price of the finished product, but does not affect the appearance and heating characteristics.

But the undoubted leader among the materials for creating warm and durable mittens is natural down. Downy models, like no other, are suitable for a child and will warm their hands in the most severe frosts, therefore, having acquired such mittens, you can safely send your child to a long hike on skis or to a ski slope. If the hands are very cold, the downy products will save them from frostbite - it will be enough to rub their hands intensively.

Fashion trends of recent seasons dictate their own rules, which say: down with restraint! Bright and juicy shades and prints are gaining incredible popularity, and mittens of neutral tones are almost not found on the streets of cities. Even in combination with luxurious fur coats, women of fashion prefer to wear unpretentious mittens, the color of which contrasts sharply with a touch of outerwear.

The most popular flowers in the coming season can be called juicy orange, purple, pink shades. Red woolen mittens with splashes of shiny gold or silver thread will perfectly complement the grunge-style ensemble. Black and white mittens are recommended to buy fashionable women who do not want to go unnoticed, but nevertheless prefer to follow the restrained classics in their image.

Interesting and combinations of different shades - two-color models, which combine seemingly opposite colors (for example, blue and orange, green and aqua) look quite extravagant and bold. Combine such mittens with a scarf, on which one of these colors is present, and your look will be very stylish and sophisticated.

As prints, you can consider striped patterns, and this strip can be both narrow and wide. Its color can also be different - it can be a gradient model with a smooth transition from light to dark or bright iridescent colors, in which all colors are mixed. Also pay attention to Jacquard - a print in Russian style will add an image of incredible femininity and show commitment to its traditions.

For decorating mittens used a variety of materials and techniques - embroidery, weaving, painting on fabric, decoration with stones, beads, beads, rhinestones. Animalistic patterns, for example, the image of winter bird species, look very organic. Of course, they will remind the original a little, since such living pattern is rather problematic to reproduce on the fabric with cloth, but nevertheless, the general mood of the image will be set.

The floral ornament - rowan, flowers, berries, will help bring a bit of Russian color to the image. Very interesting are the models of black mittens made of dense fabric or leather edged with red fur around the edges. If such a canvas is also applied with volumetric decor in the form of large red flowers with green leaves, then such mittens can be safely worn at festivals dedicated to the winter wires - it is in these mittens that you will be the main character on the festivities. Complementing the ensemble with a colorful shawl draped over your shoulders, your whole image will be the embodiment of the Russian spirit and festive mood.

Lace trimming is now common. - It can be airy lace motifs or elegant pompons. These mittens look very feminine and gentle. Complete with a down jacket in pastel shades and other winter accessories of light colors, the girl will seem like a modern Snow Maiden - elegant, thin and delicate.

Of interest is also the decoration with flowers - recently there has been a tendency to decorate mittens with such a voluminous ornament, made of large viscous or from a separate type of decoration - beads or beads.

The now extremely popular Scandinavian print has taken root on mittens. Deer, snowflakes and other similar New Year and Christmas images give a festive mood throughout the winter.

• With down jacket

A great way to look stylish in the winter and always stay warm is to choose the same mittens for a warm down jacket. Choose a print that suits your mood, which will color overlap with the color of your down jacket, as well as a hat and scarf to match - and then your whole image will tell you about your mood and taste.

• With a fur coat

Classic models of fur coats from popular furs - muton, mink, arctic fox, silver fox will be successfully combined with mittens made of genuine leather, which remarkably emphasizes the luxury of natural fur. Since you will be wearing only natural materials, you can be sure that you will not freeze in the street in frosty weather. Under a fur coat with a shortened sleeve, long models of mittens with a height up to the elbow are perfect. When choosing leather mittens, consider such a moment: the tone of the boots should either blend with them, or contrast sharply.

• With a park

Parka and mittens - a very common combination. The convenience and practicality of such outerwear has long been appreciated by all those who like to look stylish and feel very comfortable.And in combination with mittens from down or natural wool, this tandem is made as comfortable and warm as possible.

• Footwear

When choosing mittens for a certain pair of winter shoes, you should first of all start from the overall style of your image. Agree that the grinders or berets with lace lace on their hands will look ridiculous. Therefore, try to choose laconic models for classics without too much décor, organic mittens with bright patterns and pompoms will suit casual style, and gentle feminine mittens with an abundance of flowers and other purely feminine decorative elements will be very useful to vintage style.

Since the mittens themselves are an accessory, in principle, they can be an excellent addition to the image without any additional details. But still, in our country in winter, it is cold enough, therefore, hand protection alone is indispensable. In any case, will have to pick up a hat and scarf. When choosing these items, it is worthwhile to think over the whole image, because the incorrectly chosen accessories can darken the most wonderful bow with one wrong color.

Try to adhere to the rule of three colors - put no more than three different shades in one image. And if your winter tandem contains a jacket, boots, hat, mittens and a scarf, try to keep two or three items from this list in the same color. Then you will avoid overloading any one shade in the image.

The mass market today offers a huge selection of sets - mittens + scarf or mittens + cap. Also there are triples - mittens + cap + scarf. On the one hand, the choice of such a set will greatly simplify the task for girls who prefer practicality and are not willing to spend a lot of time creating a thoughtful fashionable image, shifting this task onto designers of popular brands. And this has its reason. But for notorious fashionistas, the personal creation of such an ensemble is a matter of honor. Due to the independent combination of colors and textures of accessories, they can demonstrate a sense of their style and tell about their acquaintance with modern fashion trends.

Mittens knitted with thick yarn braids look organic with a black leather jacket. A hat to match mittens successfully complements this simple, but at the same time quite interesting image.

Very stylish and lively image. A bright red down jacket with a zipper made of raincoat fabric will perfectly protect the weather from snow and rain. Finishing the hood with rabbit fur will help to save the delicate skin of the face from frost and spiny snowflakes. On the hands - voluminous, but very nice mittens from the same fur, in color completely corresponding to the finish of the hood. This tandem looks very interesting and cozy.

A very feminine and primordially Russian combination - women's hat with earflaps tied at the crown, trimmed with natural fur and textile mittens with the same fur edging. The main highlight and bright accent in the set is the print - floral ornament in the Russian style. Now such a pattern is gaining popularity not only in its homeland, in Russia, but also on the world's catwalks, and is used to decorate outer and light clothing, shoes and accessories.