Comments on: Would You Wear… Velvet?

By: JanJan

JanJan — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 04:59:34 +0000

Although this is a very difficult fabric to pull off, I really like it in small doses! A big issue with velvet, however, is that it is not flattering on very many people. As a lanky person who isn’t very curvy, velvet helps to add some shape to my frame. But I can see why some people don’t appreciate it’s thick material.

By: Sophia

Sophia — Mon, 31 May 2010 08:46:43 +0000

I recently found a midnight blue velvet blazer in my mothers wardrobe with the perfect cut and fit. I never thought this would happen but I’m in love! It looks fantastic with a cream mini dress over tights and boots. It does work best with simple clothing and just like others have said it looks very fashionable; not outdated at all.

By: Lady Lily

Lady Lily — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:51:11 +0000

I have nothing against velvet, but firmly believe that it should be worn in small amounts(i.e. accessories, etc.)
Velvet is a very heavy fabric, and a bit more “dressy”
I suggest wearing velveteen instead, you’ll get almost the same look (without the bulk) and you can dress it up or down.
Might I suggest a cute velveteen blazer to wear with jeans or over a cute dress?

(I don’t know how that first post from me got there)

By: Lady Lily

Lady Lily — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:45:32 +0000

I love velvet…. but I firmly believe that it should only be used in small amounts.( i.e. accessories, etc.)
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By: Steph

Steph — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:45:16 +0000

Totally agree that velvet is unflattering because it’s usually quite clingy – it kind of hugs all the bits you don’t want people to see! And it can sometimes look like little girls’ clothes. Maybe that’s just because I always wore velvet party dresses as a kid, but that’s what it reminds me of.

Although, I love velvet trims on skirts, tops etc. and the accessories look great, especially the big flower brooches I’ve seen around. Velvet bags seem a good idea until they get something spilt on them…how would you ever clean them?

I think head-to-toe it doesn’t look great, but I’m all for it otherwise!

By: Jenny @ Cheap Halloween Costumes

Jenny @ Cheap Halloween Costumes — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 08:38:21 +0000

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By: cassie

cassie — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 07:14:15 +0000

i think velvet pieces would be amazing for outfits. its such a classy, stylish way of adding interest to a look.

ps i miss posts from zephyr. the new writers are great…but just not the same level of fantastic.

By: Suzi

Suzi — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 03:07:20 +0000

velvet cocktail dress = probably not. Velvet blazer = YES

Back when I was in high school, I was shopping in the vintage section of a thrift store and found the most amazing dark brown velvet blazer. It made me feel instantly sophisticated, boho in a turn-of-the century sort of way, and crucially, made me feel just a little more grownup at a time when my peers were mostly sporting the SAME jeans, sneakers and hoodie no matter what the occasion.

so while I’ll probably pass on the flimsier velvet minidresses for being too reminiscent of childhood christmas concerts, I think that this material in the right context is VERY fashionable.