There are some trends that you just wish would stay in their respective fashion eras. Velvet is one of those elements that has withstood the fashion faux pas sentiment which keeps certain things from coming back. Why you may ask? It probably has to do with the simple fact that velvet is a luxurious texture that can elevate any look. Also, it is one of those fabrics that maintains a relatively versatile shape, which has been played to the advantage of many designers experimenting with velvet details again. From Givenchy to Monse, the velvet revival was all over the fall 2016 runways with a stylistic mission for rejuvenation.
When I came across this Fashionista, I was inspired by the way that she mixed two retro details: the velvet off-the-shoulder top and the high-waist denim. She took a classically velvet color—deep royal blue—and turned it into a medley of fun and traditional moments. The light ruffle of the bell-shaped sleeves on the off-the-shoulder top added a youthful update to the velvet look. Going seamlessly with the cut of the top, her high-waist denim provided a tasteful, yet eclectic complement to her velvet choice. Overall, the combination of the velvet with the acid-washed detail of the denim gave a throwback ’80s vibe. Her natural beauty look with a pop of color on the lips allowed for the velvet to shine through as the main feature of her look. The ballet flats that she chose to complete the look literally and figuratively tied up all the details of the look. After photographing and subsequently analyzing this Fashionista’s look, I can thoroughly say that velvet looks pretty good all in the details.
How To: To follow in the sartorial path of this Fashionista’s brilliant velvet situation, it is important to pick a velvet element that is both playful and versatile. Go for velvet pieces like an off-the-shoulder top, a midi skirt or a pair of cute block heels. These pieces will be sure to give you the classic velvet look without making you too seriously vintage.
