How to Care for Your Fingerless Wool Gloves

By Brandy Melville Canada | Published: 2026-10-27

Category: Tips & Care

Learn how to wash, dry, and store your fingerless wool gloves to keep them soft and long-lasting. Simple care tips for Brandy Melville Canada gloves.

Quick answer

Hand wash your fingerless wool gloves in cool water with a gentle detergent, then lay them flat to dry. Avoid machine washing and wringing to prevent shrinking or misshaping.

Why hand washing matters for wool blends

Your fingerless wool gloves are made from a blend of acrylic, wool, and spandex. Wool is naturally durable but can shrink or felt when exposed to heat, agitation, or harsh detergents. The spandex helps with stretch, but machine washing can still distort the shape. Hand washing gives you control over temperature and handling, keeping the gloves soft and the fit consistent.

What to avoid with fingerless gloves

Never use hot water, bleach, or fabric softener. Hot water shrinks wool fibers, and softeners can break down the spandex. Also avoid wringing or twisting the gloves when wet — this stretches the knit and can cause the fingerless opening to lose its shape. Instead, press out excess water gently with a towel.

Step-by-step care routine

1. Fill a basin with cool water: Use cool or lukewarm water (below 30°C / 86°F). Add a small amount of mild detergent made for wool or delicates. Swirl to mix. Hot water causes wool to shrink — always check temperature with your wrist.
2. Submerge and gently agitate: Place the gloves in the water and press them down gently. Let them soak for 10–15 minutes. Swish them softly with your hands — do not rub or scrub. Rubbing can cause felting. If there's a stain, dab it with a soft cloth instead.
3. Rinse in cool, clean water: Empty the basin and refill with fresh cool water. Submerge the gloves and press gently to remove soap. Repeat until no suds remain. Residual detergent can attract dirt and make the wool feel stiff.
4. Remove excess water without wringing: Lay the gloves flat on a clean, dry towel. Roll the towel up and press firmly to absorb moisture. Unroll and reshape the gloves gently. Wringing distorts the fingerless opening and stretches the knit out of shape.
5. Dry flat away from heat and sunlight: Place the gloves on a drying rack or a fresh towel in a well-ventilated area. Keep them out of direct sunlight and away from radiators. Allow 12–24 hours to dry completely. Hanging them wet can stretch the fabric. Heat sources cause shrinkage.

About this product

Fingerless Wool Gloves: Fabric blend: 65% acrylic, 30% wool, 5% spandex. The wool content gives warmth, but the acrylic and spandex require gentle care to avoid pilling and maintain stretch.
Fingerless Wool Gloves