Velvet outfits for the holidays? Meh. Been there, done that. We know, it seems like a tired cliché to even consider wearing velvet to an upcoming 2022 holiday event. But not so fast, dear reader. Our round-up of sophisticated ways to wear velvet fashion looks for 2022 holiday parties and other occasions, including the best dresses, tops, boots and dress pants for women. Spoiler alert: some of them are even red.
is velvet fashion for holiday events hopelessly out of date in 2022?
Winter brings the return of specific fabrics and every year we look forward to indulging in one of the most opulent and romantic one of them all—velvet.
It has a rich aristocratic history dating back to the Silk Road where traditional forms of velvet were made with pure silk. In the Middle East, it was the favored material of royalty and in Europe, the choice fabric amongst the upper class during the Renaissance. Wearing velvet was an expression of power, wealth, and taste.
In more recent memory, velvet was hugely popular from the 70s to 90s. From glamorous pantsuits to mutton-sleeved cocktail dresses to goth slip dresses and tracksuits, this lush fiber has certainly made many iconic fashion statements.
As we head into winter and the holiday season, we’re looking to this soft time-honored fabric to make our cold-weather personas a little more enigmatic and lavish. Here are our top 10 favorite velvet fashion items this season.
Sophisticated ways to wear velvet fashion for 2021 holiday parties and other occasions, with best dresses, tops, boots and pants for women.
sophisticated ways to wear velvet fashion this 2021 holiday season
1. saloni
Lean into the romantic leading lady vibes of velvet with Saloni’s crystal embellished midi dress. While you can certainly pair with dainty heels for an evening look, we think it works equally well as a more statement daytime look with combat boots and a leather jacket.
BUY NOW: $795.00.
2. nili lotan
With a nod to the 70s, this elegant and refined blazer in a beautiful caramel color is the epitome of chic. Go for a monochrome statement with matching pants or with denim for an off-duty attitude.
BUY NOW: $1,095.00.
3. dorothee schumacher
Consider this your luxe upgrade to the sweatpants you’ve been living in since quarantine. With drawstring waist and unexpected lavender color, it’s as soothing as it is stylish.
Velvet fashion attire including dresses, tops, and pants for women. Courtesy Photo.
BUY NOW: $340.00.
4. jimmy choo
It hardly gets more glam than these Jimmy Choo blue velvet boots. Check out the faceted diamond-like heels! Who needs fairy tale glass slippers?
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5. hill house home
The signature Nap Dress gets the winter treatment in oh-so-pretty smocked and ruffled velvet. The saturated garnet color lends sophistication and mystery to this girly silhouette.
BUY NOW: $175.00.
6. jennifer behr
This statement ribbon barrette would make any girl feel like a princess. Each bow is constructed by hand and features Swarovski crystal and pearl embellishments.
BUY NOW: $395.00.
7. the reformation
Velvet is above all — sexy. This top ticks all the boxes with a sweetheart neckline, fitted bodice, puff sleeves and a generous bow that wraps (or unwraps) in the back.
Velvet fashion attire 2022 including dresses, tops, and pants for women. Courtesy Photo.
BUY NOW: $188.00.
8. zadig & voltaire
The perfect complement to velvet is a little bit of lace. We love this boudoir-inspired skirt paired with a classic tee and blazer for the epitome of French-girl chic.
BUY NOW: $378.00.
9. bottega veneta
While we normally envision velvet in dark and moody jewel tones, Bottega Veneta’s slinky, ruched cocktail dress reminds us how stunning it is in fresh and bright hues. Instead of sequins on New Years Eve, this citron velvet is just as dazzling.
BUY NOW: $2,990.00.
10. gucci
We conclude our roundup of sophisticated velvet fashion looks for holiday 2021 with a showstopper. We suppose no one really needs velvet Gucci shorts. But we consider these a collector’s item. Celebrating the House’s 100th anniversary, these monogram print shorts are part of the brand’s heritage and draw inspiration from past creative director Tom Ford’s iconic velvet creations.
BUY NOW: $1,300.00.
This winter season, let there be no more velvet underground. This festive classic deserves its place out on the streets and at all the holiday fêtes.
how to wear velvet and stay in fashion this 2022 holiday season
Those are some of our picks for sophisticated ways to wear velvet for 2021 holiday parties and other occasions, including best dresses, tops, boots and dress pants for women. See, not so played out after all, right? Have fun out there, dear reader.
