‘Tis the season for velvet, winter’s deceptively cozy fashion staple. To keep your festive ‘fits merry and bright, Elite Daily tapped Lara Eurdolian, stylist and founder of Pretty Connected, for expert tips on how to style velvet heels, pants, blazers, and more.
These velvet pants deliver a playful pop of color while still sticking to a classic holiday palette. The high-waisted style makes them ideal for pairing with a sleek, silky top or a show-stopping corset, depending on the occasion.
If bright colors don’t do it for you, you can always opt for classic black. These wide-leg pants have such a relaxed fit that wearing them feels like slipping into pajama bottoms that just happen to look editorial AF.
Eurdolian recommends playing with different textures when styling velvet separates. Pair this Barbiecore pink crushed velvet blazer with a dress or top in “silk, cotton, sequins, or leather.”
This midnight blue blazer from Zara can be dressed way up or down. For a more high-end look, slip it on over a silk cami or “pair it with a T-shirt and chains for a casual, rocker vibe,” says Eurdolian.
A pair of velvet platform heels make a statement, so you’ll want to wear them with textures that won’t muddle the fashion message. “Satin is always an ideal mix with velvet as the contrasting textures compliment each other beautifully,” says Eurdolian.
When it comes to styling a pair of classic velvet pumps, Eurdolian recommends not overthinking it. “Handle a [velvet pump] as you would a heel if it was leather or a different fabrication,” she says.
Thanks to the starry rhinestone embellishments, these black velvet slippers are a great choice for someone who wants to make a fashion ripple instead of a major splash.
These vibrant, two-toned velvet slippers from SHEIN are the perfect pop of color for an otherwise monochromatic ‘fit. Pair them with an all-black ensemble or use them to elevate your favorite pair of jeans.