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Royal Glove Legacy: Kate Middleton's Timeless Accessory
16 Nov
Summary
- Cornelia James, a British glovemaker, has a long royal history
- Kate Middleton is a loyal customer, wearing Cornelia James gloves to many public events
- The late Queen Elizabeth II also wore Cornelia James gloves, granting the brand a Royal Warrant
Cornelia James, a British glovemaker based in Hove, England, has a long and prestigious royal history. The brand was founded in 1917 by Cornelia James, who studied art and design in Vienna before arriving in England as a refugee in 1939. In the post-war era, her brightly colored leather gloves became a fashion must-have, and in 1947, the brand's gloves were commissioned for Princess Elizabeth's (the future Queen Elizabeth II) "going away" outfit following her marriage to Prince Philip.
The Queen must have been pleased with the gloves, as she later bestowed Cornelia James with a Royal Warrant in 1979, officially deeming the brand as one with royal approval. The Queen also wore Cornelia James gloves on a State Visit to Korea in 1999. While Cornelia James passed away that same year, her daughter Genevieve now runs the business, which continues to be a favorite of the royal family.
The current Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, has become a loyal customer of Cornelia James, wearing the brand's gloves to numerous public engagements over the years. From attending rugby matches to formal events, Kate has been spotted in at least seven different pairs of Cornelia James gloves, cementing the brand's status as a royal wardrobe staple.
