Winter Gloves Designed to Keep You Warm While Looking Cool

Every season comes with its own set of essentials. Summer requires some shorts and tank tops. Fall demands lightweight jackets and cool sweaters. Then there's winter, which makes us focus on covering ourselves from head to toe. We're going to tackle that immense project one pivotal piece at a time. We're starting with an array of stellar winter gloves.

Gloves are usually viewed as a necessity this time of year rather than an accessory. But that's the wrong attitude. After all, if your gloves aren't chic, you won't want to wear them. Then it's hello cold hands. Or worse, hello frostbite. You'll be happy to hear that finding fashionable gloves isn't a fool's errand.

Since you're probably busy doing other things, we went ahead and conducted the search for you. Actually, it was relatively easy. That's because designers have created numerous stylish pairs to choose from. In case you're wondering, opera gloves are still trending. We're certainly not complaining, however, since in winter the more coverage you can get, the better. But they aren't the only option. Mittens are making a major comeback. Chloe's shearling set gives us all the cozy feels. Isabel Marant's orange mittens instantly brighten our day. Who doesn't love cashmere? No one. Which is why we're head over heels for Gabriela Hearst's cashmere mittens.

If you're the type of person constantly losing your gloves, skip the designer pieces. Zara has several covet-worthy creations that look way more expensive than they actually are. Mango's padded faux leather gloves are simultaneously edgy and sophisticated. Free People has your Fair Isle fix. Plus, COS has a luxe-looking, colorblocked leather selection that's pretty reasonably priced.

Here are the most stylish and heat-retaining winter gloves on the market. If you plan on rocking multiple winter coats, make sure you pick up a few pairs so you'll have options.