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Heidi
Schaumburg, US22 December 2025
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The gives are stunning. I can’t wait to wear them at my wedding.
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Calypso | Satin Opera Glove – White 8½
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Dance 'til the dawn breaks or just dream. Duchess satin with Swarovski buttons, not just any satin glove but a satin glove with eight crystal buttons to add accent, allure - whatever it takes - in a way that makes a special glove that bit more special. When you need a glove that is a little bit more specific than a regular opera glove, this is probably the glove.
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.
Our Duchess Satin is a medium weight satin which brims with confidence. It has the glimmer of a fabric which knows how to capture moonbeams. It holds the promise, the allure of enchanted evenings and is guaranteed to unlock the mysteries of romance. We promise. And with just a touch of stretch for added comfort and wearability.
If you'd like to see a swatch of this material in this colour before you decide, you can order one here.
Satin is a surface. It doesn’t just clothe — it reflects, glides, and catches light with grace. But that sheen is also its vulnerability. Satin doesn’t take well to stress. It doesn’t like twisting, cramming or high heat. What it wants is space, softness, and time.
Handle it like you would something already perfect — because in its best state, it is.
Always turn satin inside out before washing, and use a mesh delicates bag. Keep the cycle short and slow. After the wash, lay the gloves flat and reshape while damp. If pulls appear, don’t panic — they often respond to a light scratch from the reverse side to reset the weave.
Wash cold on a gentle cycle with gloves inside out in a mesh bag. Lay flat to dry. Gently realign fibres from the reverse if any pulls occur. Do not tumble dry or press directly.
For gloves with sheen loss, persistent creases or decorative trims, we recommend a professional who works with eveningwear textiles to restore both polish and structure.
Handmade in Sussex, England


The Finishing Touch
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.
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Heidi
Schaumburg, US22 December 2025
The gives are stunning. I can’t wait to wear them at my wedding.
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Calypso | Satin Opera Glove – White 8½
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Xue
Bellevue, US24 July 2025
Very pretty and comfortable!
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Calypso | Satin Opera Glove – White 8½
Maria-Luisa
Surbiton, United Kingdom7 November 2024
Absolutely stunning gloves and beautifully made too. Very impressed by the CJ service. Can't wait to wear them to a Viennese ball in January.
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Linda
Rancho Santa Margarita, United States18 September 2024
Absolutely gorgeous and perfect with my black evening gown! I love these gloves and so happy I researched and found you! Thank you for a job well done!
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Calypso | Satin Opera Glove – Black 8½
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Anonymous
Evanston, United States14 February 2024
I own many, many pairs of Cornelia James gloves, but these are my favorite! A perfect fit, so elegant and svelte, very well-cut. I love the tasteful sparkle and saucy cut-outs. These gloves look just as good on short, curvier figures as they did on the tall, thin model-- don't hesitate to order your own!
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Calypso | Satin Opera Glove – Black 8½
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Crystal
United States4 February 2024
These were absolutely perfect for my black tie event. They are beautiful and the fit is spot on. Having these really tied my entire look together and now I'm looking for more reasons to wear them again!
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Calypso | Satin Opera Glove – Black 8½
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Anonymous
Montreal, Canada27 November 2023
Arrived quickly and perfect fit! Thanks!!!
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Calypso | Satin Opera Glove – Midnight Blue 8½
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Anonymous
Owings Mills, United States8 November 2023
I, literally, gasped when I opened the package. And, I gasped some more when I slipped them on. Perfection! They will definitely give me that Audrey Hepburn vibe I was hoping for. Thank you!
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John
Hornsey, United Kingdom12 April 2023
The gloves are amazing I cannot wait to wear them at my sons wedding, so silky and comfortable
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