Velvet is most often associated with grunge princesses and renaissance dresses that look like they belong to a Romeo and Juliet play. This season’s offerings for Fall/Winter ’17 though, has a more sophisticated appeal that makes them go beyond just evening wear and romantics. Here, we pick out 15 items that will make you ace this trend like a pro.
This Valentino number ups the game on patchwork: the entire dress features a rich tapestry of different velvet panels.
It might look like astrakhan fur at first glance, but this plush coat from Victoria Beckham is actually made from velvet, but feels and looks just as plush.
Cop bookish chic with this pair of scarlet loafers.
The modern way to don a puffer jacket? Think with evening wear, not ski gear.
Make this bag the star of your outfit by keeping everything else pared down.
For a jacket that says “party”, this would be it.
Pair this pair of pants with a pair of dressed up flats for a take on French chic.
The guru of monastic chic dreams up a timeless design in dove grey.
Play the “is it/is it not” game with this trompe-l’œil effect on Prada’s Velvet shoulder bag.
Meet the Kate Moss of LBDs: short, rocker chic and ’90s-inflicted.
This bag does a modern interpretation of the maison’s trademark weave in velvet and an ombre effect.
Balanced the crush velvet skirt with a simple cashmere sweater or T-shirt.
The quirkiest and most casual bag silhouette of the season goes evening-appropriate in black velvet.
This romantic red number is like a modern-day remake of a R+J dress.
Make a fashion statement with this XL tote in faux leopard prints.
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