A Perfect Fit

Don’t be fooled by the look of Ethel gardening gloves. Beneath the stylish exterior, these babies are rugged enough for your dirtiest, thorniest gardening tasks. It’s no surprise, really, given the company’s roots. Ethel Gloves’ parent company is Mechanix Wear, which is known for outfitting NASCAR crews with high-performance work gloves.

Michael Hale created the Ethel brand when he realized there was a need for work gloves that really fit the contours of women’s hands. Many of us at Daily Grommet didn’t realize how ill-fitting other work gloves are until we tried these. They’re form-fitting without being restrictive. The stretchy fabric is breathable with a rubberized grip, reinforced fingertips and an extended cuff to shield wrists.

Besides being protective, Ethel gloves have great personality, with feminine prints that include tonal fleur-de-lis patterns and subtle snakeskin designs. You can also choose a sustainable version, crafted from bamboo and synthetic leather. For rose gardeners there’s a gauntlet sleeve glove, and for those times when you need to really dig into the dirt, Ethel offers a flexible knit utility glove with a waterproof palm.

All Ethel gloves are machine washable, so you can work hard, get dirty and then easily wash away the grime in time for your next gardening adventure.

— Ann