Some fabrics can be tricky to wear. One such fabric is velvet. What occasions do you wear it to? How much is too much? Yet since it adds instant glam to your look, it should be something to be explored- not shunned. If unsure how to incorporate velvet, we have some tips for you.
This fabric is not only on skirts and dresses- shoes have joined the bandwagon. When wearing shoes/ boots made of this fabric, keep the rest of your outfit toned down. Let your shoes stand out. A good example is an all denim outfit with denim boots- this will definitely make a statement.
For a night date, pair knee- high velvet boots with skinny jeans with a fitting top or bodysuit. Alternatively, leather trousers with a tshirt and velvet boots for a more laid back look.
When wearing a velvet dress, keep the rest of the outfit simple. For a casual look, throw on a blazer or leather jacket. This mix of textures makes things interesting. For the evening, grab a large clutch bag and stiletto heels to bring on a sultry mood.
Accessories are the safest way to experiment when trying a new fabric. Bags, scarves and chokers are a great starting point as you familiarize yourself with velvet. As you get more comfortable with it you can add larger pieces to your wardrobe over time.
In terms of colour, rich deep shades are best since it’s hard for them to be overwhelming. Apart from black, other colours that work are blue, pink, red and green. Smooth fabric is better aesthetically compared to crushed, which tends to look cheap.
