How to wear velvet in summer
Velvet is truly luxurious, and it’s way more versatile than you think. Why make velvet wait for Christmas party season when there are so many stylish ways to wear the trend right now? The key is in the fabric weight – keep your eye out for lighter, floatier styles rather than the heavy velvet of seasons gone by. Here’s a guide to including the richness into your outfits, even when it’s boiling hot.
1. On the weekend
Velvet is traditionally seen as an evening-wear trend, but these days it’s creeping into our daytime looks too. These pieces are perfect for pulling off velvet at brunch dates or for evening cocktails without feeling overdressed.
-44%
Watters
Hyde Bateau-Neck Low-Back Trumpet Wedding Gown White
$749.95
$1,350.00
Anthropologie
-50%
Ferragamo
Women Long T-shirt dress with drape detail Blue
$1,201.00
$2,400.00
Ferragamo
-25%
Helsi
Vivi Strapless Cocktail Dress in Seafoam Multi at Nordstrom, Size X-Large Blue
$468.75
$625.00
Nordstrom
-63%
Free People
Adriel Midi Dress Brown
$62.99
$168.00
Rue La La
Alo
| Faux Fur Trimmed Longline Coat in Black, Size: Large/XL
$498.00
Alo Yoga
2. On your feet
Whether they’re ultra flat or sky high, velvet shoes are the perfect way to top off an outfit, adding a finishing touch of elegance – even if you’re just wearing jeans and a t-shirt.
Talbots
Gianna Velvet Penny Loafers - Black - 10 1/2 M Talbots
$169.00
Talbots
-38%
Sorel
Sorel Explorer Iii Joan Waterproof Suede Boot Brown
$79.99
$130.00
Rue La La
3. To the beach
No doubt you’ve got at least one holiday lined up this year. Take the trend with you in the form of these deluxe beachwear options – including velvet sunnies!
-45%
-18%
Versace
Medusa 95 swimsuit - women - Elastane/Polyamide/Polyamide/Spandex/Elastane - 2 - Black
$814.00
$990.00
FARFETCH
-16%
Seafolly
Dawn To Dusk Fixed Tri Bikini Top In Black
$98.00
$117.00
ShopSimon
-34%
-3%
Radio Fiji ATS
Hours Crushed Velvet Mandala Bra Swim Bikini Top In Pink
$58.00
$60.00
ShopSimon
-9%
Kenneth Cole
Stripe Mesh High Neck Bikini Top In Burgundy Velvet Red
$64.00
$70.00
ShopSimon
4. To work
Velvet is ideal for work looks – it’s sophisticated without having to even try. Check out these velvet options that will breezily see you through from the office to post-work drinks.
-40%
Haikure
Wide ecru corduroy trousers Beige
$150.18
$250.31
TheDoubleF
-67%
AllSaints
Allsaints Sevenh Velvet Trouser Black
$107.99
$329.00
Rue La La
-40%
Haikure
Wide moss green corduroy trousers
$150.18
$250.31
TheDoubleF
-70%
AllSaints
Allsaints Aleida Velvet Trouser Black
$80.99
$269.00
Rue La La
-30%
Blazé Milano
Jealousy pants in black velvet
$363.41
$519.16
TheDoubleF
-64%
L'agence
Lagence Livvy Straight Leg Trouser Red
$170.99
$475.00
Rue La La
-40%
Max Mara
Black trousers in shaved velvet
$305.93
$509.88
TheDoubleF
5. To carry essentials
For the trend shy, dip your toe in the velvet water with these stroke-able accessories. All the luxury without having to fully commit.
Alexander Wang
Shoulder bags - Item 45428381
$550.00
Alexander Wang
-57%
Tiffany & Fred
Smooth Leather Hobo Bag Black
$149.99
$349.00
Rue La La
Aquazzura
Dangerous Liaisons 105 velvet pumps Red
$940.00
Mytheresa
-51%
Tiffany & Fred
Smooth Leather Hobo Bag Brown
$169.99
$349.00
Rue La La
-51%
Tiffany & Fred
Smooth Leather Hobo Bag Red
$169.99
$349.00
Rue La La
Akris
Anna Mini Velvet Hobo Bag Black
$1,390.00
Bergdorf Goodman
6. To a wedding
Jumpsuits, playsuits, pleated dresses and ruffled skirts – all of our favourite wedding guest looks are showing up in velvet, too.
-44%
Watters
Hyde Bateau-Neck Low-Back Trumpet Wedding Gown White
$749.95
$1,350.00
Anthropologie
-50%
Ferragamo
Women Long T-shirt dress with drape detail Blue
$1,201.00
$2,400.00
Ferragamo
-25%
Helsi
Vivi Strapless Cocktail Dress in Seafoam Multi at Nordstrom, Size X-Large Blue
$468.75
$625.00
Nordstrom
-63%
Free People
Adriel Midi Dress Brown
$62.99
$168.00
Rue La La
Alo
| Faux Fur Trimmed Longline Coat in Black, Size: Large/XL
$498.00
Alo Yoga
