Collection Details: Hestra Gloves

A Legacy of Responsible Glove Making

Sustainability and quality have been at the heart of Hestra since the very beginning. Founded nearly 90 years ago in Småland, Sweden, the brand started by making durable gloves for local foresters — built to last and protect, day after day.

Today, Hestra is a fourth-generation family business, still headquartered in Hestra, Sweden. Their focus remains the same: crafting high-quality gloves for sport, work, and everyday life. Long-lasting products are Hestra’s greatest contribution to sustainability, reducing the need for frequent replacement.

Hestra works systematically with sustainability across the entire value chain, guided by a strong Code of Conduct and long-term, responsible decision-making. Through ongoing audits and partnerships with organisations such as the Leather Working Group and amfori BSCI, Hestra remains committed to ethical production, durable design, and responsible growth for generations to come.

The Values Behind Hestra Gloves

Hestra designs and produces high-quality gloves built for purpose, functionality, and long-lasting durability. Generations of glove-making knowledge guide every product, with careful attention to materials, construction, and responsible production. Durable design is Hestra’s greatest contribution to the environment, reducing the need for frequent replacement. Many styles also feature replaceable liners, extending the life of the gloves even further.

As a 100% family-owned company, Hestra takes responsibility for its impact on people, communities, and the environment. With own factories and subsidiaries worldwide, Hestra is committed to fair working conditions, reliable partnerships, and respectful long-term relationships.

Guided by trust, integrity, and a long-term mindset, Hestra continuously refines its products and processes. Every decision is made with future generations in mind — balancing quality, ethics, and sustainability while honouring a proud glove-making legacy.

The gloves that we have decided to stock at Vara Barn are made in Shanghai, China. Hestra Pinghu Huashen, Partner since: 1981, you can read more about the factory here.

Both CZone and GORE-TEX are waterproof breathable membranes that make the glove waterproof. The difference between them is that CZone is Hestra's own membrane, while GORE-TEX comes from the GORE brand.

Junior and kids’ glove sizes are based on age rather than hand circumference, making sizing simple and easy.