Styling Velvet For The Holidays

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Styling Velvet For The Holidays

 

With the holidays in full swing, now is the time to get those festive outfits together.  From casual neighborhood gatherings to office parties to formal family holiday meals, there is never a better time than now to pull out that special outfit.  Velvet is the perfect fabric for this time of year in my opinion.  There is even a brand name that is dedicated to this luxe fabric!

The holidays bring out the best in velvet, sequins, and lace.  There is hardly an outfit that is complete without one of these three.  Velvet is one of those fabrics that can easily look luxe if worn in the correct way but can quickly take a turn for the worse if one opts for cheap fabrics and cuts.  Here are a few things about wearing this special fabric to keep in mind as those holiday party invites roll in.
 This rich fabric has no better moment to shine than during the holiday season.  It can easily be worn in the form of a pantsuit, dress, blazer, and shoes. (Soludos makes a darling velvet slip-on shoe that is perfection!) This fabric looks best in rich, jewel shades.  Colors like red, navy, black, deep purple and burgundy are always winning options.  These shades keep the fabric looking regal and are great options for those formal nighttime events.
Choosing a smooth fabric is essential.  The crinkled, crushed velvet can easily look cheap and tacky even if it is a high-end designer item.  The smooth velvet fabric ensures that your look is classic and elegant.  By pairing jewel tones and a smooth velvet fabric together, any holiday look is off to the right start.
Various styles like blazers and dresses are seasonal favorites.  Paring a rich-colored blazer with a silk camisole or light sweater is a great way to go from the office to that holiday party.  Blazers can even be styled with jeans and sweaters for a fabulous casual look.  This fabric should be the star of any outfit so keep the accessories minimal.  If opting for a velvet outfit feels a bit much for you, consider a velvet handbag or the season’s trendiest accessory, the headband!  There is nothing more regal and glamorous than these timeless options.
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