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.
-39%
Hutch
Gabriella V-Neck Drop-Waist Maxi Dress Green
$319.00
Anthropologie
Bloch
Ladies Wrap Terry Jumpsuit, Charcoal
$48.90
BLOCH
Sharagano
Front Zip Shirtdress Brown
$33.99
Rue La La
Hutch
One-Shoulder Faux-Feather Trim Maxi Dress
$328.00
Anthropologie
Dolce & Gabbana
Rose Bouquet-print Poplin Shirt Dress - Woman Dresses Multicolor 40
$3,245.00
Dolce & Gabbana
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.
-30%
Golden Goose
Soul Star velvet and suede sneakers Blue
$364.00
$520.00
Mytheresa
Adrienne Vittadini
Palo Velvet Loafer
$49.99
Rue La La
Prada
Velvet Peep Toe Sandals Size 38.5 Brown
$776.65
HEWI
Candie's
Antonella Slide Sandal in Black Velvet at Nordstrom, Size 8
$99.95
Nordstrom
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Tory Burch
Mellow embellished velvet slides Red
$273.00
$390.00
Mytheresa
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!
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Kenneth Cole
Stripe Mesh High Neck Bikini Top In Burgundy Velvet
$52.00
$63.00
ShopSimon
-36%
Seafolly
Dawn To Dusk Fixed Tri Bikini Top In Black
$75.00
$117.00
ShopSimon
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Sauipe Swimwear
Jenna Low Rise Bikini Bottom In Blush Velvet
$52.00
$108.00
ShopSimon
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Versace
Medusa 95 swimsuit - women - Elastane/Polyamide/Polyamide/Spandex/Elastane - 2 - Black
$598.00
$871.00
FARFETCH
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.
L.k. Bennett
Bow Cardigan Orange
$85.00
Rue La La
Giorgio Armani
Metallic Embroidered Velvet Wide-Leg Trousers Black
$4,095.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Temperley London
Breeze Silk-Blend Trouser Purple
$168.99
Rue La La
Sergio Hudson
Velvet Stripe Crepe Trousers
$1,595.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Dolce & Gabbana
Pant Pink
$409.99
Rue La La
Birdies
The Sparrow Loafer in Cognac Suede at Nordstrom, Size 7.5
$165.00
Nordstrom
L.k. Bennett
Allegra Jacket Black
$179.99
Rue La La
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
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Golden Goose
Soul Star velvet and suede sneakers Blue
$364.00
$520.00
Mytheresa
Jimmy Choo London
Bon Bon Velvet with Metal Handle Black
$1,195.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Fendi
Baguette FF Velvet & Leather Wallet On Chain Green
$1,170.00
Rue La La
-30%
Tory Burch
Mellow embellished velvet slides Red
$273.00
$390.00
Mytheresa
Gucci
Black Velvet Marmont Chain Flap Bag
$925.22
HEWI
-30%
Rene Caovilla
Cleo 80 velvet sandals Black
$896.00
$1,280.00
Mytheresa
6. To a wedding
Jumpsuits, playsuits, pleated dresses and ruffled skirts – all of our favourite wedding guest looks are showing up in velvet, too.
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Hutch
Gabriella V-Neck Drop-Waist Maxi Dress Green
$319.00
Anthropologie
Bloch
Ladies Wrap Terry Jumpsuit, Charcoal
$48.90
BLOCH
Sharagano
Front Zip Shirtdress Brown
$33.99
Rue La La
Hutch
One-Shoulder Faux-Feather Trim Maxi Dress
$328.00
Anthropologie
Dolce & Gabbana
Rose Bouquet-print Poplin Shirt Dress - Woman Dresses Multicolor 40
$3,245.00
Dolce & Gabbana
