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.
Ganni
Polka Dot Recycled Polyester Mini Dress - Black
$407.95
Italist
Badgley Mischka
Strapless Bow-Front Sequin Gown Green
$795.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Self Portrait
Shirtdress - Beige
$548.52
Italist
Self Portrait
Cut-Out Jersey Midi Dress - Green
$599.51
Italist
Stella McCartney
Viscose Scoop-Neck Dress - Blue
$628.42
Italist
Sportmax
Katia Dress - Pink
$353.53
Italist
Moschino
Couture Sweater Dress - Gray
$200.82
Italist
Courrèges
CourrèGes Logo Mini Dress - Black
$331.03
Italist
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.
Tory Burch
Mellow Sport Sandal - Brown
$323.53
Italist
Pinko
Athena Sneaker - Brown
$286.86
Italist
Forte_Forte
Velvet Twisted-Strap Heel Sandal - Gold
$430.05
Italist
Autry
Medalist Sneakers - Pink
$187.54
Italist
Alexander McQueen
Pearl-Studded Velvet Flat - Black
$509.46
Italist
Versace
Tacco Platform Heel - Pink
$596.74
Italist
Maison Margiela
Velvet Ballerina - Red
$501.42
Italist
Carel
Velvet Block Heel Pump - Red
$435.52
Italist
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!
Balmain
Embellished velvet swimsuit Black
$590.00
Mytheresa
-37%
Cache Coeur
Mykonos Maternity swimsuit in Silver Green at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$85.00
$135.00
Nordstrom
-11%
Kenneth Cole
Stripe Mesh High Neck Bikini Top In Burgundy Velvet
$56.00
$63.00
ShopSimon
-50%
Sauipe Swimwear
Jenna Low Rise Bikini Bottom In Blush Velvet
$54.00
$108.00
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.
Ermanno Scervino
Viscose Velvet Cropped Trousers - Black
$216.90
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Velvet Stretch Trousers - Burgundy Red
$329.42
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Jacquard Patchwork Trousers - Multicolor
$409.80
Italist
Y / Project
Y Project Evergreen Banana Trousers - Beige
$474.82
Italist
Forte_Forte
Printed Velvet Trousers - Black
$478.71
Italist
Haikure
Ribbed Cotton Velvet Trousers - Brown
$427.61
Italist
Ermanno Scervino
Viscose Blend Trousers - Pink
$200.82
Italist
Ermanno Scervino
Velvet Cotton Straight Leg Trousers - Black
$200.82
Italist
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
Vanessa Bruno
Shoulder Bag - Black
$697.73
Italist
Farm Rio
Small Velvet Hobo Bag Blue
$178.00
Anthropologie
Gianni Chiarini
Dua Hobo Bag - Brown
$251.81
Italist
Farm Rio
Large Velvet Hobo Bag White
$198.00
Anthropologie
Dolce & Gabbana
Sacred Heart Stud Embellished Slides - Red
$265.12
Italist
Farm Rio
Small Velvet Hobo Bag
$178.00
Anthropologie
Elisabetta Franchi
Velvet Mini Bag - Red
$368.98
Italist
6. To a wedding
Jumpsuits, playsuits, pleated dresses and ruffled skirts – all of our favourite wedding guest looks are showing up in velvet, too.
Ganni
Polka Dot Recycled Polyester Mini Dress - Black
$407.95
Italist
Badgley Mischka
Strapless Bow-Front Sequin Gown Green
$795.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Self Portrait
Shirtdress - Beige
$548.52
Italist
Self Portrait
Cut-Out Jersey Midi Dress - Green
$599.51
Italist
Stella McCartney
Viscose Scoop-Neck Dress - Blue
$628.42
Italist
Sportmax
Katia Dress - Pink
$353.53
Italist
Moschino
Couture Sweater Dress - Gray
$200.82
Italist
Courrèges
CourrèGes Logo Mini Dress - Black
$331.03
Italist
