The use of gloves makes sound sense and we should consider the different types of fishing and weather.
In severe weather gloves are a must have, they will protect your hands from frost-bite and other serious forms of cold weather damage to the skin.
In any type of weather look for gloves with designed in anti slip features. Holding a fishing rod means constant pressure on the palm of your hands, so look for gloves that offer padding in the palm areas and flexibility for the finger areas.