I have always held fast to the notion that velvet is for life, not just for Christmas, and this season the big brands seem to finally share my proclivity for the fanciest of fabrics.
As seen in all its glamorous glory at Dolce & Gabbana and Valentino (a mustard yellow maxi, yes please!), velvet has also made its way into modern daywear options – perfectly cinched trenches at Vetements and a slick trouser suit at Haider Ackermann, as worn impeccably by Tilda Swinton last month at Comic-Con in San Diego. Sweltering.
However, we can’t all be as endlessly cool as Tilda Swinton in August and for us lesser mortals, there are always accessories. Here are 10 ways to dip your toe into this trend, feet first...
For the ultimate treat, march to Miu Miu immediately and buy these forest green beauties. Five inches tall and with a sizeable platform, best worn in an uber or lying down.
Miu Miu Velvet Platforms Sandals, £525, available at Net-a-Porter
A pointed boot in the palest of pinks, kind of like the interior of your nan’s bathroom but all the more spectacular for it. Wear to Sketch and immerse yourself in your surroundings.
Velvet looks best when rendered in a jewel tone, and these burgundy babes are no exception. With a thick white contrast sole, these sneakers are the epitome of sports luxe.
The foxiest shoe in this gallery without a doubt, a knee-high wonder in bordeaux red. We like them paired with a high neck midi dress for a '70s vibe.
The jewel in Mango’s AW16 crown, buy now and wear with pale denim and a crisp white tee or save for a snog at the Christmas party.
One part pilgrim, one part gentleman dandy, these loafers from hot new London brand Dorateymur are the answer to all your footwear prayers. The perfect back to school shoe.
Mary-Janes are the cutest update for your wardrobe; make yours doubly sweet in Sam Edelman’s plum numbers. Best worn with an A-line mini and vampy lip to counteract feeling too sweet
Sam Edelman, Calista Velvet Pumps, £130, available at Net-a-Porter
Highly recommended for summer weddings! A nod to the eclectic ‘raid your grandmother’s jewellery box’ aesthetic as seen at Gucci, these pearl-encrusted block heels will see you through wedding season and beyond.
Hello dolly! A little bit Princess Di in shape, very Dolly Parton in colour, these baby pink sling backs are sassy enough for working 9 to 5.
Introducing the olive green boots of your dreams with a heel low enough to wear all day and plush enough for any occasion. The kind of boot Virginia Woolf would wear.
Dries Van Noten Velvet Ankle Boots, £405, available at My Theresa
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