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.
Vince Camuto
Ruffle Midi Dress Black
$69.99
Rue La La
Rotate
Bridal satin midi dress White
$520.00
Mytheresa
AllSaints
Sienna Ruffle Maxi Dress Pink
$499.00
AllSaints
-29%
Mare Mare
Emmy Corset Jacquard Maxi Dress Pink
$209.95
$295.00
Anthropologie
-46%
AllSaints
Lyra Linen Midi Dress
$161.10
$299.00
AllSaints
Mare Mare
Emmy Satin Corset Maxi Dress Green
$295.00
Anthropologie
Julia Jordan
Midi Sweaterdress Black
$27.00
Rue La La
-64%
AllSaints
Gabby Mesh Maxi Dress
$85.50
$239.00
AllSaints
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.
-17%
Talbots
Gianna Velvet Penny Loafers - Black - 6 1/2 M Talbots
$139.99
$169.00
Talbots
-30%
Golden Goose
Soul Star velvet and suede sneakers Blue
$364.00
$520.00
Mytheresa
-16%
Giuseppe Zanotti
Womens Solhene 90Mm Velvet-Effect Sandals Brown
$540.00
$640.00
LUX LAIR
Ulla Johnson
Corinna Velvet Bow Pumps Black
$750.00
Bergdorf Goodman
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!
-12%
Radio Fiji ATS
Hours Crushed Velvet Mandala Bra Swim Bikini Top In Pink
$51.00
$58.00
ShopSimon
-37%
Sauipe Swimwear
Denise High Neck One Piece Swimsuit In Blush Velvet Pink
$139.00
$220.00
ShopSimon
-9%
Kenneth Cole
Stripe Mesh High Neck Bikini Top In Burgundy Velvet Red
$64.00
$70.00
ShopSimon
-40%
-9%
Radio Fiji ATS
Womens Hours Velour Cala Pant In Maroon Red
$49.00
$54.00
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%
Veronica Beard
Cameron cotton corduroy flared pants Brown
$225.00
$375.00
Mytheresa
Reiss
Rosa Velvet Trouser Pink
$48.00
Rue La La
-13%
Avenue Montaigne
Womens Corduroy Cropped Trousers Silver
$429.00
$492.00
LUX LAIR
L.k. Bennett
Bow Cardigan Orange
$139.99
Rue La La
-7%
Golden Goose
Womens Cotton Wide-Leg Trousers Black
$505.00
$543.00
LUX LAIR
Reiss
Parisa Velvet Flare Trouser
$99.99
Rue La La
-78%
Versace
Pants Black
$145.00
$650.00
Yoox.com
Ramy Brook
Kyle Velvet Trouser Black
$109.99
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
-30%
Golden Goose
Soul Star velvet and suede sneakers Blue
$364.00
$520.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Vivienne Westwood
Archive Medium velvet shoulder bag Black
$504.00
$630.00
Mytheresa
Fendi
Roll Large FF Jacquard Velvet & Leather Tote Brown
$1,549.99
Rue La La
-30%
Aquazzura
Very Bow Tie 35 velvet slingback pumps Blue
$507.00
$725.00
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.
Vince Camuto
Ruffle Midi Dress Black
$69.99
Rue La La
Rotate
Bridal satin midi dress White
$520.00
Mytheresa
AllSaints
Sienna Ruffle Maxi Dress Pink
$499.00
AllSaints
-29%
Mare Mare
Emmy Corset Jacquard Maxi Dress Pink
$209.95
$295.00
Anthropologie
-46%
AllSaints
Lyra Linen Midi Dress
$161.10
$299.00
AllSaints
Mare Mare
Emmy Satin Corset Maxi Dress Green
$295.00
Anthropologie
Julia Jordan
Midi Sweaterdress Black
$27.00
Rue La La
-64%
AllSaints
Gabby Mesh Maxi Dress
$85.50
$239.00
AllSaints
