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.
Loretta Caponi
Womens Carla Velvet and Silk Robe Size: M
£390.00
ABASK
Loretta Caponi
Womens Carla Velvet and Silk Robe
£390.00
ABASK
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.
Ancient Greek Sandals
Womens Velvet Slippers Size: 36
£110.00
ABASK
Prada
Velvet Peep Toe Sandals Size 38.5 Brown
£575.00
HEWI
Ancient Greek Sandals
Womens Velvet Slippers
£110.00
ABASK
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!
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.
-50%
Velvet
Sue cotton straight pants Brown
£142.00
£285.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Velvet
Claudia printed palazzo pants Black
£182.00
£260.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Velvet
Mya cropped cotton wide-leg pants Beige
£153.00
£256.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Velvet
Fallon linen shorts Beige
£158.00
£227.00
Mytheresa
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.
Ganni
Green Velvet Moire Mini Hobo Bag
£520.00
GANNI
-30%
Golden Goose
Soul Star velvet and suede sneakers Blue
£266.00
£380.00
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.
-56%
Fat Face
FatFace Mila Dark Purple Heritage Floral Regular Midi Dress
£35.00
£79.00
FatFace
-20%
Self Portrait
Boucle taffeta midi dress Blue
£368.00
£460.00
Mytheresa
-75%
Fat Face
FatFace Grace Black Printed Blouse
£15.00
£59.00
FatFace
