Velvet is a classic fabric that instantly gives off an air of elegance and can dress up even the simplest of outfits. 

However, velvet has also received a bad rap being that it is one of the trickiest fabrics to wear. It is often associated with little girls’ holiday dresses or stuffy older women, but in fact, college girls can rock velvet too!

Need some ideas and advice for looking stylish while wearing velvet? Here’s our ultimate guide to how to wear velvet, with tips and tricks, outfits and more:

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Four Simple Tips & Tricks for Wearing Velvet

• Although velvet is usually synonymous with special occasions, think beyond formal wear. Try and wear velvet in an everyday look to add a glam touch to any outfit.
• That being said, velvet also works well with classic wardrobe staples. The best way to wear something you’re unfamiliar with is to pair it with non-trendy, classic pieces like opaque tights, denim and basic cotton shirts – try wearing these pieces with velvet items if you’re hesitant.
• While classic black velvet pieces are always a safe bet, don’t be afraid to try bold colors. There are tons of velvet pieces out there in beautiful jewel tones like emerald green and royal blue that can make such a stylish impact.
• Since velvet is a visually heavy fabric, pair it with more delicate fabrics for balance. I especially love how velvet looks with satin, silk and lace.

Three Ways to Wear Velvet

If you’re still stumped on how to incorporate this material into an everyday look, I created three outfits using different velvet pieces:

How to Wear a Velvet Blazer:

Products: Blazer – Asos, Bodysuit – Asos, Jeans – Nordstrom, Heels – QVC