As the winter wedding season hits us, velvets are finally seeing the light of day and rightly so, as they are one of those classic pieces that one can invest in and will go a long way. in your wardrobe. “Velvet is the right material when you want to look elegant yet classy and don’t want to get freezing cold wearing it. “It gives you a luxurious feel, while allowing you to feel comfortable and warm against your skin,” says Tarini Shah, content creator. “Velvet is known to be able to capture color well with any color and it also feels rich when worn in dreary winters,” says Aditya Agrawal, founder of Cloth Haus.
Believed to have originated in Egypt in 2000 BC, velvet was woven with silk and linen fabrics and due to its intricate technique, it was for the first time only royal. Velvet was known to be expensive, until recently. “It’s a woven fabric like satin, georgette, and chiffon and can be made from any fiber (silk, viscose, polyester, etc.), explains Agrawal. Before that, velvet used to be made from silk, so it was very expensive. . But over time and with industrialization, velvet is now available in polyester and viscose, making it more affordable. Its affordable price tag coupled with its soft, peachy-pink feel has made velvet a staple in winter wardrobes.”
Lately, velvet has pushed boundaries with co-ords, trousers, cardigans, and more.
WEDDING EQUIPMENT
While exploring your mom’s wardrobe this wedding season, don’t skip the velvet saree or suit for a functional, practical yet chic look. “If you are attending a wedding, match it up by wearing an embroidered velvet kurta or maybe a velvet cape over your lehengas to keep you warm,” explains Shah. Meanwhile, fashion influencer Muskkan Rawat added: “The long-sleeve velvet blouses, sharara sets, gowns are perfect for winter weddings. Long velvet dresses are also making a comeback as they accentuate the look and feel of the outfit.”
For the bride, a red velvet dress is not only beautiful but also comfortable to wear in the ceremony. Velvet looks best when worn with rich colors like purple, red, green, peacock blue, black. While Agrawal says, “You can also style the velvet as a double layered scarf or as a trim on the collar and cuffs. Not just limited to women, men can opt for velvet shawls and sherwanis with some embroidery this season.”
CLASSIC VELVET PIECE
“Embroidered and decorated velvet scarves are a must-have in your wardrobe because they are so versatile and will protect you in chilly weather,” says Rawat. You can style them with lehengas, sarees, suits to elevate your style.”
One of Shah’s favorite pieces is her velvet tracksuit. “You can wear it to walk around the house in winter or to the airport. Investing in striking velvet pieces like a edgy blazer or a velvet bodycon dress is a good idea but make sure to pick pieces that you can style by mixing and matching to get the most out of it. its investment.
MEET THE RIGHT WORD
If you have warm toned skin, pair velvet with gold accessories. “Put on a gold belt to hug your waist and avoid bright velvet colors as they won’t allow you to reach the full potential of your chic look,” explains Shah.
Rawat shares light and minimal trinkets such as jhumkas and pendants that enhance the charm of the fabric. Striking accessories will disrupt the look, so avoiding them would be a smart choice.
