There was a time—a memorable one, I must admit—when gloves were more than just a fashion accessory. They were a way of life, and practically every woman wore them in public. I would give anything to see this fabulous accessory become the norm again! Here is an advertisement for French Kislav gloves from the 1950s. The name Kislav was actually derived from the phrase “Qui se lave,” meaning “washable.”

