The second series of the hit BBC show The Traitors has audiences gripped once more, but alongside the suspenseful murders and banishments, a surprising style icon has emerged. Host Claudia Winkleman and her distinctive wardrobe, particularly her array of fingerless gloves, have become a major talking point for fans.
The Gloves Are Off: A Style Statement in the Scottish Highlands
Filmed in the picturesque but chilly Scottish Highlands, the show's aesthetic leans into rustic, countryside vibes. Winkleman, 51, has fully embraced this with her wardrobe of chunky knits, roll necks, and tartan greens. However, it is her consistent use of fingerless gloves and wrist warmers that has captured the public's imagination and sparked a dedicated fashion following.
Fans have taken to social media to applaud her choices. One viewer wrote on X, formerly Twitter, praising how "Claudia Winkleman and her fingerless gloves serve every time on The Traitors." Another agreed, stating, "If there’s one thing about Claudia Winkleman it’s that she rocks a pair of fingerless gloves always."
The Simple Reason Behind the Fashion Choice
So, what is the reason for this sartorial signature? According to Winkleman herself, the answer is refreshingly straightforward: she simply loves them. In a recent interview, the Strictly Come Dancing star joked that she liked "to think the most important thing was what fingerless gloves" she was wearing, though she conceded the show's secrets were ultimately more crucial.
Practicality also plays a part, with the Scottish climate being notoriously brisk regardless of the season. The gloves have become such a focal point that Winkleman's stylist, Sinead McKeefry, who documents all the host's looks on Instagram, has been inundated with questions about their origin.
The 'Claudia Effect' and a Sold-Out Sensation
The most talked-about item from the new series has been a pair of bold red fingerless gloves. McKeefry revealed the surprising source: they were purchased from Amazon. However, thanks to the powerful "Claudia effect," the specific style quickly sold out, demonstrating the host's significant influence on viewer trends.
The Traitors season two debuted on 3rd January 2024, with three episodes airing in its first week. The series sees four traitors attempting to deceive the faithful contestants to win the prize fund. As the psychological battles continue, Claudia Winkleman's unique style remains an undeniable and much-discussed part of the show's appeal.
