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LET’S BE honest, most winter accessories are nice to have, but you could probably live without them. However, the best winter gloves are absolutely necessary to make it through the coldest months of the year. Come rain, hale, sleet, or snow, you’re going to want to protect your fingers with something weather resistant, warm, and stylish. There are plenty of options out there, with many designed for specific environments and activities. When you’re shopping for a new go-to pair, you want something protective but not too bulky, and stylish but too delicate. You can go with manufactured materials like nylon and spandex or take the classic route with leather. Either way, the best winter gloves, like the best winter jackets, provide tough performance in a fashionable package.
Depending on where you live and what your routine looks like, you can get gloves ranging from light and flexible, all the way up to super insulated and waterproof mittens. There are classic leather gloves that work great for commuting, formal occasions, and an overall dressier look. We also found running gloves that are breathable and wind resistant without encumbering your movement. Then there are heavy duty snow gloves that pack layers of insulation into waterproof shells that cover high up your wrist like a gauntlet. One factor that is crucial across the board is that the best winter gloves have touchscreen compatibility. Since gloves aren’t very good if you have to take them off every time you use your phone.
Our style editors tested as many gloves—including touchscreen gloves, driving gloves, and heated gloves—as they could get their hands on to find out which ones are best for outdoor exercise, winter activities, and everyday wear. Every pair on this list will keep your fingers warm, dry, and ultra stylish all winter long.
Give'r really thought of everything when they designed these gloves. Waxed leather provides the benefits of leather plus waterproofing. We love the thinsulate lining to keep your body heat trapped in. A ribbed cuff keeps your hand in the glove and everything else out. Above all, the brown leather finish, which will age beautifully, looks good with everything and will never go out of style.
We love these as everyday winter gloves because they have a stylish look but can handle everything Jack Frost has to throw at you. They go really well with a peacoat, topcoat, parka, or pretty much any kind of winter jacket. Style Tip: Find a nice khaki or earth tone plaid scarf to match with them.
How do you upgrade the quintessential men's leather glove design that has been around for decades? You add cashmere, of course! J.Crew made a classic leather winter glove that looks like many others out there: simple and sophisticated. However, cashmere lining makes these gloves far more comfortable and warm than any doppelganger out there. Another small but useful improvement is the touch pad on each pointer finger that allows you to operate your phone.
A pair of classic leather gloves like these have a place in any man's wardrobe. When you're headed to the office or dressing up for a formal occasion, bulky ski gloves will stick out like a sore thumb. Our editors agree that these gloves are the best way to keep your hands stylish.
Carharrt is known for making top quality workwear at affordable prices, and these gloves live up to that reputation. These top-rated gloves feature a hardy polytex shell to combat the elements and repel moisture on the outside. To fight moisture on the inside, they feature FastDry technology that wicks away sweat.
When the temperature really drops outside, the wind starts howling, and snow starts falling, these are the gloves you want to wear on the daily. Essentially, they are simplified ski gloves that will match most jackets. You can even slip hand warmers in them when it gets really bad out.
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When the weather is cold and windy, we find that runners have a tendency to bunch up their fists and tuck them into either their shirt sleeves or their gloves. This is a natural move to concentrate body heat, which is especially effective in extremities like fingers. Brooks took notice of this as well, creating a running glove that converts into a mitten on the fly.
Our fashion editors who are active have found it extremely convenient to have an extra layer literally on hand to protect their fingers. These gloves convert so easily that you can switch back and forth without messing up your stride. So if your hands get hot as your body temperature rises, you can switch back to gloves without a problem.
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If you're going on a winter mountain climbing expedition in the Rockies or building the most epic snow fort of all time in your backyard, these are gloves you want to wear. The North Face was founded as a mountaineering company and they put their decades of experience into the Montana Ski Gloves. They've got heavy insulation, complete waterproofing, and a high wrist with double closures.
If you ski or snowboard, the best part about these gloves is how hight the wrists go in order to keep snow out. According to our style editors, these are a must have on any ski trip. Despite how bulky they are on your hand, they pack up really tightly.
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Good running gloves have very different features than everyday or ski gloves. For starters, they're more lightweight. You actually want them to breath and not lock all the heat in. Touch screen fingers are also a must so you can quickly change your music or podcast mid stride. Nike checks all those boxes with the Club Fleece gloves.
Our style editors love these as packable gloves that you can keep in a bag or jacket pocket. After all, you don't always need gloves when you leave the house, but you may want them later in the day, especially if you commute to work by foot or public transit. These gloves stash away so smoothly that you won't even notice them until you need them.
Designed for tough work, yet stylish enough for everyday wear, we love the Classic Work Glove from Barbones for its all purpose appeal. These bad boys prove that leather gloves don't have to be slick to look fashionable. Whether you're trimming some trees in the yard or headed out to dinner on a blustery night, these gloves will protect your hands and look good doing it.
These are like moc toe boots for your hands, in that they are a workwear essential that's also fashionable. Our style editors like them paired with a waxed cotton jacket or denim jacket. When you're not wearing them, they look good hanging out of your pocket as well.
These silk and nylon blend gloves are lightweight and quick drying, ideal for transitioning into winter during those in-between months. They don’t take up much space, so they’re easy to stow in your work bag or the glove compartment in your car. As their name implies, the Swipe Gloves won’t slow down your texting.
The first thing we noticed when wearing these gloves is how lightweight they are. You almost feel like you're not wearing gloves at all. When the temperature first starts to dip and you just need that extra layer on your hands, these are the gloves our style editors turn to.
These Gorpcore gloves provide maximum warmth thanks to a thick fuzzy fleece exterior. It is like wearing a chunky, cozy sweater on your hands. We also love that the the palm and fingers provide exceptional grip.
Like a polar bear's fur, the fleece outside of these gloves provides exceptional protection against the wind and moisture. Unlike tough nylon ski gloves, the fleece is super soft to the touch. So if you need to rub your face and take care of some sniffles, it won't be irritating.
Overland makes some of the best winter jackets in the game. They also make some equally comfortable and stylish gloves. This leather option is shearling-lined for extra warmth, and is available in up to 3XL for guys with bigger hands.
According to our style editors, these are the best classic leather gloves with an arctic upgrade. You get that formal look with incredible insulation from the shearling lining. Yes, there is significantly more bulk, but you'll be glad it's there when you need it.
Hestra knows how to keep you comfy outdoors, especially on the move. That's why they streamlined these winter gloves for running. They're light and breathable, but still water and wind resistant. The neon yellow provides visibility, while the palms are lined with gripping.
Of all the running gloves we tested, these are the warmest because of how thick the fabric is. We found them to be just think enough to keep warm without being too bulky for jogging. Having neon and reflective details are always a plus for running at night.
The Rideway Glove from Smartwool combines the look of an old fashioned work glove with the function of a waterproof ski glove. They feature merino wool lining and touchscreen sensitive fingers.
If you're into the workwear look, we recommend these gloves as a winter upgrade to old school hide gloves. Along with being much warmer and weather resistant, they are very flexible and soft on your hands. You can even hit the slopes with these rugged gauntlets.
For all of you winter sports warriors, Arc’teryx makes some of the best winter gloves out there for men. This pair is crafted in breathable GORE-TEX INFINIUM so they’re waterproof and windproof for a long day of shredding the slopes—or just shoveling snow. These gloves are heavy-duty but designed to allow you to move as unencumbered as possible.
If you live up north and have to get your runs in, despite how cold it gets outside, we recommend investing in these gloves. It is amazing how warm hands makes the rest of your body feel warm. They work just as well as every day cold weather gloves.
Designed for super warmth, these gloves are constructed with several layers, from windproof and waterproof faux suede leather to a thermal cotton for softness. The touchscreen compatible goatskin fingertips are highly sensitive so you won’t have to fumble for your phone on freezing days.
Product descriptions for these gloves claim that you can dip your hands into ice water without feeling cold or getting wet. While we haven't tried that, we believe it because these gloves are incredibly warm. For this price, you won't find a better snow glove for the toughest winter days.
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Waterproofing: The warmest gloves in the world won't stay that way if they're not waterproof. If you're doing any sort of activity involving snow or rain, then your day will quickly get uncomfortable without it. Waterproofing usually goes hand-in-hand with wind resistance, which is also helpful for snow sports. Of course, you don't always need your gloves to be waterproof. After all, waterproof materials can add extra bulk. If lightweight material is what you prioritize, then you can do without waterproofing.
Insulation: Winter gloves come with a wide range of insulation levels. You can get natural materials like wool and cashmere, or synthetic materials like Thinsulate and Heatseeker. Synthetic liners will generally be lighter and much cheaper, and they will also take much longer to wear out. If you're looking for the warmest glove you can get, go with a nice thick layer of synthetic insulation. But if you're looking for something more luxe, nothing feels quite as nice as a cashmere lining.
Grip/Touch: When it comes to the palm of your gloves, the two factors you want to look for are grip and touchscreen sensitive fingers. If you don't want to take your gloves off every time you have to use your phone or pick something up, these are critical must-haves. When shopping online, you can can usually see how much grip is on a glove in the pictures, but it's always good to double-check the specks. It can be difficult to tell the difference between a touch sensitive patch and gripping on a finger, so look for that feature in the description.
Style: Sure, we wear gloves to keep our hands warm, but warm hands don't matter if they don't look good. We want stylish gloves that will keep our hands warm and dry. An old-fashioned brown, black, or yellow leather work-style glove is timeless. A nice refined leather glove in black or brown is best for formalwear. When it comes to heavier waterproof gloves, don't get a design that is too complicated or features more than a couple colors. Unless you're trying match an existing running or ski outfit, don't get anything neon or bright. A good pair of gloves should match all the outerwear you own so keep it aesthetically simple.
For the past two years, Men's Health fashion editors and writers have been trying and testing hundreds of pairs of men's winter gloves. To narrow down our favorites, we evaluated gloves based on their durability, comfort, warmth, style, and value. We also considered winter gloves that had at least 1,000 five-star ratings on e-commerce sites we trust.
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Brad is a contributing style commerce editor. After a decade working for menswear brands including J.Crew and Ralph Lauren, Brad switched from selling fashion to writing about it. His words have appeared in Huckberry, Heddels, and The Manual.
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