Invented more than two thousand years ago, velvet remained the clothing of the nobility until the twentieth century. It did not lose its luxury even with the acquisition of a more democratic status. It’s easy to feel like a royalty – dress up in a velvet skirt.
Capricious velvet: what can you combine with?
Fashion trends in recent years have been more tolerant of the combination of items and fabrics: imagining a velor skirt paired with a T-shirt was previously unthinkable, but now it is quite acceptable. But still velvet fabric is specific, which determines some difficulties with selecting “partners”.
A thing sewn from dense material looks quite bulky, which dictates special requirements for the top. So, It is not recommended to select clothes for him from fabrics of the same texture.
Green light for flowing fabrics of blouses and blouses. These are:
- silk;
- viscose;
- elastane.
An image created in combination with them based on a velvet skirt can be casual and formal. The choice of color is also important: all shades of blue and dark colors are appropriate on weekdays (although it can also come in handy during the holidays), orange-red and green colors are great in weekend outfits. A maxi and a silk blouse will make a truly luxurious duet.
Knitted items go perfectly with a velvet skirt, as does a cotton jacket. To avoid the “to work as a holiday” look, you can wear a denim shirt or a plain T-shirt with a shallow neckline underneath.
Tip: The classic black bottom and white top will never let you down. Any style of skirt is possible, and both a shirt and a turtleneck will do as a top.
Those who are not afraid to look too feminine can wear a blouse with frills and ruffles; pink color combined with lace will help you look vintage. An impressively fashionable combination of a blue skirt and a black jacket.
The combination of velvet and satin will be special (appropriate for celebrations). And young hooligans will look quite natural in the middle of the urban jungle in a mini-shirt made of noble material, a sports T-shirt, a short jacket and a bandana. Leg warmers and a backpack will complete the look of a runaway princess.
What shoes are suitable?
The splendor of velvet can be emphasized with shoes:
- luxurious;
- modest;
- deliberately rude.
In any case, there is no need to go too far from the classics, but Excessive fittings and too flashy finishing are not suitable for a duet with exquisite fabric.
Advice! Experimenting with velor shoes may be successful. Especially black ones.
Wanting to look elegant, you should choose classic pumps or sandals - with or without heels, depending on the style of the skirt and the general appearance of the ensemble being selected. Shoes with a round toe are good, and the straps around the calf add a sexy touch. Boots or moccasins will help create a more relaxed look. The young and brave can sometimes afford sneakers as shoes for a short skirt.
When choosing shoes in cold weather, it is better to choose one of two: classic high suede boots or neat ankle boots.
Accessories for a velvet skirt
The luxury of velvet looks rich in itself, and therefore requires careful selection of jewelry. An excess of them will hopelessly spoil the whole picture. Ideal lightweight products from:
- pearls;
- gold;
- silver
A necklace and a long elegant chain, a light bracelet and stud earrings, thin rings and a non-bulky brooch should highlight the brilliance of the entire ensemble. Classic and retro are optimal.
Tip: When choosing accessories for a velvet outfit, you should look into your grandmother’s dusty box. A vintage item might come in handy!
In addition to excess jewelry, the use of velvet as a material for headdresses, bags and hairpins is contraindicated; similar things are good in other kits.
But leather accessories are suitable: a belt and a belt, a bag and a clutch. Patent leather is also allowed.
Options for combinations with various models of velvet skirts
Sophistication can very well be comfortable, and velvet is also comfortable to wear! You can choose a suitable skirt set for any figure - modest or flashy. There are so many style solutions that neither age nor loyalty to a certain style is a barrier to wearing a velvet skirt. Let's select options for different styles of skirts.
Long and straight
The lyrical heroine of Akhmatova, who put on a narrow skirt (its floor length is obvious - ladies didn’t wear anything else at that time), clearly made the right decision: it’s easy to appear slimmer in such an outfit.Especially if it is dark; Light colors are also not prohibited.
A long hem visually adds height, especially in combination with high heels. An incision is appropriate - back or side. Most often, such models are recommended for special occasions.
When composing an ensemble based on a straight skirt, you can choose a top with straps of a similar color to the bottom - smooth or trimmed with lace. Classic black stilettos and an updo will complete the look.
Tip: A slightly high waist and a dark color will make you look taller and slimmer.
In a black tight-fitting skirt, you can shine in the full sense of the word by wearing a bright top with sequins or lurex. It can be cut loosely if you need to hide an insufficiently defined waist. A corset that is a lighter tone will help, if necessary, to add impressiveness to the bust.
With short flare
Flared skirts in bright colors allow young beauties to look like blooming flowers, delighting everyone around them. This style is available in short and medium versions: maxi length is not possible due to the heaviness of the fabric.
This model is not suitable for mature ladies.. In a youth wardrobe it can be an element of everyday or festive clothing. Pairs perfectly with an elegant blouse, a chainmail sweater, a T-shirt, and a turtleneck. Examples of bows:
- flared brick miniskirt + red polka dot blouse + ballet flats;
- a turquoise-colored skirt just above the knee + an airy chiffon blouse with polka dots to match the skirt + low-heeled shoes;
- short flares + leggings + sneakers + sweater + backpack (oversized bag).
With a pencil skirt
The canons of classic business style have recently softened, and the image of a business lady has become more catchy. Now you can afford a velvet pencil skirt, emphasizing your figure.The length options are varied, it is only important to remember a sense of proportion.
A slightly narrowed model to the knee with or without a small slit remains universal. A slightly high waist is possible.
A blouse and a turtleneck, a jumper and a blazer are suitable as a pair. The colors are most often soft, which goes well with a light shirt. A chiffon blouse is also good. By complementing the ensemble with formal shoes and a discreet bag, you can rest assured that the negotiations will be successful!
For variety, you can choose a dark green skirt, and to go with it - a checkered shirt (the check matches the bottom).
With an a-line skirt
The ability of a trapezoid to hide the flaws of an overly curvaceous figure is well known. The style is also suitable for older women who follow fashion trends.
You can wear a velvet a-line skirt to the office or on a visit, for a walk or in a cafe. And on top - a shirt (can also be denim), a sweater, a blazer, a T-shirt...
The usual strict colors can be diversified, for example, by wearing a dark burgundy skirt with a dim blazer, and emphasize the richness of velvet shades with matching lipstick and a bright scarf.
With midi
This length will never lose relevance in most existing styles. You can choose a model that allows you to look luxurious on weekdays - pleated or fitted, pencil or flowing, tulip or pleated. Such a skirt will also help out in case of a long trip, which, however, requires a presentable appearance - complete with a leather jacket and comfortable shoes.
You can also smooth out errors in the silhouette: for example, a pear-shaped figure and full calves are perfectly camouflaged under a midi made of dark, low-density fabric if you slightly raise the waistline.
A blouse made of flowing material and a blazer made of knitwear will suit the top; a T-shirt will also do.
Tip: having acquired a not too formal jacket or vest, you don’t have to go home after work to change before going to the theater or to a dinner party!
With pleated
By allowing the velvet skirt to become pleated, designers created a new trend. Available in any length and in a variety of colors, there is only one prohibition: an abundance of fittings and decorations is inappropriate. Pleated fabric is good in itself, and a laconic top will emphasize this:
- crop top;
- T-shirt – plain or with a moderate print;
- turtleneck;
- formal shirt;
- silk blouse with minimal details.
It can be straight, with a belt or with an elastic band. Shoes can be of different styles; sneakers and moccasins, as well as pumps, are suitable. Depending on the style of shoes, a bag is selected.
Attention: Pleats have the property of visually filling!
With smell
This style is exquisite in itself, and the product made of velvet material looks especially sophisticated: a feminine line of the hips and waist, softly flowing fabric... A clearly sexual overtone will be complemented by a top with thin straps, a short-sleeved blouse, a tight-fitting turtleneck.
It can be medium and floor-length. In the latter case, a brocade corset will help create a festive ensemble.
With a bell
The option is wonderful, but only suitable for a ceremonial exit. Which does not limit the choice of color and length - in any case, the set will turn out to be festive!
Mini and medium lengths are perfect for girls and teenagers. And adult ladies in a long velvet bell skirt will acquire the majestic appearance of real queens.
A couple of non-trivial combinations:
- red knee-length skirt + terracotta chiffon blouse + black pumps;
- floor-length mustard-colored skirt + white lace blouse + cream stilettos.
With a skirt
The wedges that widen from the knee, characteristic of this style, will emphasize the luxurious appearance of a tall, slender woman. For example, if you wear a mustard-colored knee-length skirt with a soft beige chiffon blouse and beige shoes.
The shortest possible version of a bright color will emphasize the grace of the figure of a slender girl, including those of small stature.