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.

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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.

Fat Face

FatFace Isla Indigo Blue Regular Velvet Midi Dress

Delivery: £4.95

£72.00

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Rixo

Simone lace-trimmed velvet midi dress Red

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£355.00

Mytheresa

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AllSaints

Polyester Lana Velvet Mini Dress, Size: UK 16/US 12 Black

Delivery: free

£66.40 ~~£139.00~~

AllSaints

-40%

Norma Kamali

Velvet and mesh midi dress Black

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£165.00 ~~£275.00~~

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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.

Moon Boot Luna lace-up suede boots - Black

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Moon Boot

Luna lace-up suede boots - Black

Delivery: £10.00

£116.00 ~~£198.00~~

FARFETCH

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Sorel

Torino II WP snow boots Brown

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£75.00 ~~£150.00~~

Mytheresa

-11%

Hoff

Seoul panelled trainers - Grey

Delivery: £10.00

£127.00 ~~£142.00~~

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Sorel

Torino Park suede ankle boots Brown

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£92.00 ~~£185.00~~

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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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Versace

Medusa 95 swimsuit - Black

Delivery: £15.00

£337.00 ~~£675.00~~

FARFETCH

Generic

Womens Jogging Bottoms Wide Leg - Womens Sweatpants With Pockets Solid Colour Ladies Tracksuit Bottoms Loose Fit Drawstring Elasticated Waist Trousers Blue

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£13.99

Amazon

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Women Skirted Legging Capris Skorts Tennis Yoga Legging with Skirt Pleated Skirt Capris Leggings Athletic Workout Running Tight Yoga Pants UK Size Blu Blue

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£19.99

Amazon

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Womens Velvet Tops Elegant Cowl Neck Pleated Blouse Fall Winter Mesh Patchwork Long Sleeve Velvet Party Shirts V-Neck Ruched Sweatshirts Lightweight C Blue

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£15.99

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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.