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Theodora | Silk Opera Glove – Ivory
Theodora is an evening glove in pure silk. This glove is cut slightly shorter than the classic 'opera' length in order to finish just above the elbow. It is a length which is designed to flatter the upper arm. It can also be worn ruched down for a less formal look. Smart, dressy and very versatile.
Elbow Length. This is a 12 inch glove. This is measured from where the thumb seam meets the wrist, to the opening of the glove.
For centuries, silk has remained an important material for glovemaking. It’s beautiful feel and appearance has afforded it a high reputation since the days of kings and queens. Our soft, pure silk jersey knit carries on the tradition and continues to be worn by royalty today.
If you'd like to see a swatch of this material in this colour before you decide, you can order one here.
Silk doesn't shout — it whispers. There’s a calm, understated confidence in silk gloves: cool to the touch, subtly luminous, endlessly refined. But refinement doesn’t mean fragility. What silk needs is softness — in water, in movement, and in time.
Handled properly, silk rewards you with longevity and elegance in equal measure.
Let It Rest
When it comes to silk, less is more. Wash cold, gently, and never in a rush. A delicates bag adds an extra layer of care. Afterward, leave the gloves flat to dry and reshape them quietly with your hands. Steam can help — but only at a distance.
Care Method
Turn gloves inside out and wash in a mesh bag on a cold, delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry. Avoid wringing or ironing directly. Never tumble dry.
If Softness or Sheen Is Lost
For creased, dulled or faded silk, we recommend a textile professional experienced in delicate natural fibres. They’ll restore the glove’s finish without weakening its weave.
Handmade in Sussex, England
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Every pair of gloves is delivered with care. Wrapped within our premium gift box, accompanied by a complimentary dust bag and handwritten note. It doesn’t get more personal than that.
Theodora | Silk Opera Glove – Ivory
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Robyn
Heiwajima, Japan7 September 2026
Odette is yet to be debuted at the Sydney Opera House but her performance is coming at the ballet at Xmas
A beautiful slip of an invory silk oyster colour that is the same high quality as the Odile black silk jersey version
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Juergen
Brno, Czechia25 April 2025
Perfect gloves for my wife to be worn at our son‘s Wedding
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Jovana
, United Kingdom8 June 2023
Beautiful gloves
The gloves are so delicate and beautiful. They are perfect with my gown for my winter wedding.
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Margaret
Princeton, United States6 October 2022
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Absolutely amazing customer service and quality of gloves!
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Betteann
Houston, United States24 February 2022
Quality gloves and customer service
Superior in every way.
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Britt
Hanover, United States15 January 2022
Wedding gloves
I bought two pairs of gloves one for my ceremony, and another for my reception. They were my absolute favorite accessory and Cornelia James team helped me throughout the entire process and made it all so easy for me. Such an amazing company and so happy i found them!
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Imogen
Toronto, United Kingdom9 August 2021
Outstanding customer service and beautiful gloves!
I purchased these for my wedding day and was absolutely blown away by how beautiful they were. The quality of the fabric, design, and how they were sown is fantastic. They were rather large for me at first, and I required two different repair fittings for the thumbs and upper arm, however, the team at Cornelia James, and Andrew specifically, couldn't have done more! Their generosity in accepting the gloves back twice and re-sizing them was very kind and nothing was too much trouble for them. Just like the other review, I have never had such outstanding customer service, and I am really overjoyed! I've definitely become a loyal customer of Cornelia James! Thank you!
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