5 Ways To Wear Velvet
Sophisticated and sensuous, velvet was back with a vengeance on the FW24 runways. Here’s how to luxuriate in sumptuous style, whatever the occasion
Velvet is one of those enduring fabrics that never goes out of style. On the fall/winter ’24 runways, every brand from Chloé and Dries Van Noten to JW Anderson and Gucci indulged in this soft and sensual texture. Meanwhile, fashion’s most influential tastemakers have leaned into the look a little via tactile velvet blazers and shirts, or all the way with dresses, coats and co-ords. Looking to add luxe velvet into your sartorial repertoire? Here are five ways to wear it now, from dawn to dusk and beyond…
After dark
Velvet is to evening what denim is to daytime. Where denim adds instant insouciance, velvet gives every silhouette a sophisticated impression. Consider Rick Owens’ ‘Lola’ dress a very smart addition to your eveningwear assemblage – the black crushed-velvet texture is sublime, while the shoulder-baring neckline and thigh-grazing split are subtly sexy. Complete the look with pointed pumps, Anita Ko’s diamond choker and a sleek clutch bag.
RICK OWENSLola one-shoulder twisted crushed-velvet maxi dress$374.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock46 - out of stock48 - low stock
ANITA KOBamboo 18-karat gold diamond choker
DRIES VAN NOTENTextured-leather clutch
SAINT LAURENTLee leather slingback pumps$1,150.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeEU 34EU 34.5EU 35 - out of stockEU 35.5EU 36 - out of stockEU 36.5 - low stockEU 37EU 37.5EU 38 - low stockEU 38.5EU 39 - low stockEU 39.5 - low stockEU 40 - low stockEU 40.5 - out of stockEU 41 - low stockEU 41.5EU 42 - low stock
By day
Velvet by day is an instant yes from us. Taking inspiration from the preppy and retro-elegance trends, Blazé Milano’s scarlet ‘Jealousy’ jacket is indeed likely to catch some green eyes. A sleek cashmere turtleneck layered beneath is very demure, while Agolde’s low-rise ‘Low Slung Puddle’ jeans add a relaxed feel. Black leather ankle boots are a capsule-closet essential, and Khaite’s ‘Marfa’ style are about as cool as they come.
BLAZÉ MILANOJealousy cotton-velvet jacket$730.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size00 - out of stock0 - out of stock1 - out of stock2 - out of stock34 - out of stock
THE ELDER STATESMANCashmere turtleneck sweater
AGOLDELow Slung Puddle low-rise jeans$115.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size23 - out of stock24 - out of stock25 - out of stock26 - out of stock27 - out of stock28 - out of stock29 - out of stock30 - out of stock31 - out of stock32 - out of stock
KHAITEMarfa leather ankle boots$1,350.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - low stock36.53737.53838.5 - low stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - low stock40.5 - low stock4141.5
Try tailoring
A velvet suit is a bold look that is bound to turn heads. Made from a chic navy dubbed ‘Moonstone’, Nina Ricci’s velvet blazer comes with dramatic peaked lapels that lend a ’70s vibe. Pair it with super-saturated denim by day and the matching pants come evening. Metallic tones pair perfectly with deep navy, so silver accessories such as Le Monde Béryl’s mesh Mary Jane ballet flats and Lié Studio’s ‘The Vera’ earrings are ideal finishing touches.
LIÉ STUDIOThe Vera silver earrings
NINA RICCIVelvet straight-leg pants$398.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock
LE MONDE BERYLMetallic leather-trimmed mesh Mary Jane ballet flats$234.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - low stock38.539 - out of stock39.5 - low stock4040.541 - out of stock42 - out of stock
VERONICA BEARDEllette satin-trimmed double-breasted velvet blazer$300.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size0 - out of stock2 - out of stock4 - out of stock6 - out of stock8 - out of stock10 - out of stock12 - out of stock14 - out of stock
Style it with leather
Want to know a style-insider secret? The key to giving a neutral-hued look a fashion-forward feel is to play with textures. Nour Hammour’s leather pants, Isabel Marant’s oversized velvet jacket and Loulou Studio’s tactile brushed-alpaca cardigan combine to make this seemingly simple ensemble stand out. Complete the look with Loewe’s ‘Squeeze’ bag in on-trend burgundy.
ISABEL MARANTDoriane oversized padded velvet coat$700.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock
LOULOU DE SAISONArsen brushed alpaca-blend cardigan$195.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmedium - out of stocklarge - out of stockx large - out of stock
NOUR HAMMOURBilly paneled leather straight-leg pants$390.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock3840 - out of stock4244 - out of stock
LOEWESqueeze small chain-embellished gathered leather shoulder bag
Find sumptuous finishing touches
Not quite ready to go all out? A velvet accessory is the perfect entry point to incorporating it into your look. If it isn’t too soon to start thinking about party season (forgive us), Tom Ford’s bijou black bag and Gabriela Hearst’s vibrant red clutch are both excellent gifts that will guarantee your lucky recipient has the perfect evening bag for every occasion (we encourage self-gifting, too). Meanwhile, Manolo Blahnik’s plush ‘Garder’ boots are exactly what you need to go from the office to a night out.
GABRIELA HEARSTSoft Demi velvet clutch
MANOLO BLAHNIKGarder 45 velvet knee boots$783.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3536 - low stock36.5 - out of stock37 - low stock37.538 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.542 - out of stock
TOM FORDEmbellished velvet clutch
JENNIFER BEHRTori velvet headband
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