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Theodora | Silk Opera Glove – Black
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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The Finishing Touch
Our Presentation Box
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 – Black
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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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Theodora | Silk Opera Glove – Ivory 8½
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Robyn
Heiwajima, Japan7 September 2026
Odile makes her grand debut.
My Theodora silk jersey opera gloves, the slinky black ones named Odile after the black swan in Swan Lake took their first grand entrance at the Sydney Opera House for the final performance of Opera Australia's Merry Widow. The gloves were greeted with the applause they deserved at a venue they deserved.
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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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Brooke
Branson, United States1 January 2024
These are beautiful & love ❤️ them!! Worth the money
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Melissa
Albias, France3 November 2023
Thank you so much
Hi Dear Cornelia :) How are you ? They are more than perfect, incredible, thank you infinitely !
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Delphine
Le Vaud, Switzerland1 November 2023
Very beautiful
Beautiful gloves, less shiny than the satin ones - exactly what I was looking for.
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Theodora | Silk Opera Glove – White 8½
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Anonymous
Frankfurt am Main, Germany13 August 2023
Exquisite silk gloves
The gloves are exquisite, thank you! They fit tightly at the elbow enabling them to move around without the gloves moving. They got there just in time as well, thankfully! All went well.
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Anonymous
Norwalk, United States26 July 2023
stunningly beautiful
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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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Linda
Swindon, United Kingdom24 December 2022
Beautiful long silk gloves.
I received my gloves in the most wonderful box complete with a friendly hand written card. The gloves are made with exquisite white silk and to put them on is such a dream. They fit like second skin, they look so luxurious, l will never buy gloves anywhere else, l have found the masters of glove makers.
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Margaret
Princeton, United States6 October 2022
Wedding Gloves
Absolutely amazing customer service and quality of gloves!
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Anonymous
Mercer Island, United States24 June 2022
Exceptional Service and Gloves!
Luxurious silk gloves that gives the final touch of elegance to a formal occasion.
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Anonymous
Dallas, United States15 May 2022
Gloves are lovely. Sizing was accurate. Very pleased.
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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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