Trending Now: Velvet
Sophisticated and sensuous, velvet brought drama, romance and tactility to the fall/winter ’26 runways. Here’s how to wear it now…
Velvet is one of those enduring fabrics that never goes out of style and really comes into its own in the fall. On the runways, every brand from Balenciaga and Alaïa to Ralph Lauren Collection and Khaite indulged in the soft and sensual texture – not just in black, but ocher, emerald-green and navy, too. Tastemakers have also started to lean into the look a little more either via tactile shirts, coats and accessories during the day (see Jennifer Lawrence, who recently stepped out in New York wearing a velvet scarf with a sweater and jeans) or dresses and co-ords come evening. Read on for style tips on how to make the plush fabric work from day to night…
By day
Although often considered an evening fabric, velvet can have a considerable impact on daytime outfits, too. Not only does it instantly elevate casual separates, such as knitwear, but it adds subtle texture and dimension, too. The Row’s feather-trimmed ‘Eunice’ style, for instance, looks ultra-chic paired with denim – and is guaranteed to receive plenty of compliments. Wear it to lunch with Mother’s ‘Dodger Zip Heel’ jeans and Manolo Blahnik’s floral-appliquéd ‘Fortanflat’ flats. Alternatively, if you love denim but want to switch things up from time to time, swap your classic blue jeans for Ossou’s ‘Rider’ pair in dark-brown cotton-velvet. Wear yours with Willy Chavarria’s oversized wool-twill shirt and loafers for a smart, preppy take.
THE ROWEunice feather-trimmed velvet jacket
MAGDA BUTRYMRound-frame acetate sunglasses
MOTHERDodger Zip Heel mid-rise wide-leg jeans
MANOLO BLAHNIKFortanflat 10 floral-appliquéd velvet-trimmed satin flatsCA$1,335.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.537 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.539 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock4141.5 - out of stock42 - low stock
After dark
Velvet is to evening what denim is to daytime. But, where denim adds instant insouciance, velvet gives every silhouette a sense of sophistication and allure. First seen on the fall/winter ’26 runway, Alaïa’s cropped blazer will provide a sleek addition to your evening repertoire – the plush velvet texture helps to soften the classic double-breasted shape for more of a feminine feel. Wear it with the matching maxi skirt from the show or tailored pants, completing the look with Saint Laurent’s pointed pumps and Khaite’s ‘Grace’ clutch in contrasting chartreuse hues. Alternatively, for something with a little more drama, reach for Colleen Allen’s exquisitely draped cotton-velvet top in this gorgeous spiced persimmon hue. The dramatic wrap shape works best with sleek, unfussy tailoring, such as Róhe’s ‘Claris’ skirt from our NET SUSTAIN edit, Nikos Koulis’s 18-karat white-gold-and-diamond necklace and heels.
COLLEEN ALLENDraped cotton-velvet topCA$1,920.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size0 - out of stock24 - out of stock6 - out of stock8 - out of stock10
NIKOS KOULISOui 18-karat white gold, diamond and enamel necklace
LE SUNDIALLee tasseled velvet clutch
RÓHEClaris satin-trimmed wool-blend gabardine midi skirtCA$890.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeEU 32 - out of stockEU 34 - low stockEU 36 - low stockEU 38 - low stockEU 40 - out of stockEU 42 - out of stock
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