How to wear velvet in autumn?

There are different types of velvet: short velvet, velvet panne, corduroy, chiseled velvet, devoured velvet, embossed velvet... Not all of them are suitable for all occasions and are worn in different ways. Don't get me wrong, velvet is not just for after dark. You can wear velvet during the day - as long as it's ribbed. It's definitely the star of the season and you'll love wearing it all day long. How do you create the perfect silhouette without ever going wrong? Just follow our complete guide to taming this regal but cruelly trendy fabric.

Corduroy, the favorite material for girls with style

A favorite velvet this fall, corduroy is definitely in vogue this season. If for a long time the material was associated with the jackets of university professors, it is now offering itself a new youth. At the heart of all trends, this material is readily available on all the catwalks, from Gucci to Alberta Ferretti, and remains the essential material of this fall-winter season.

• Corduroy is available on many pieces: shorts, pants, overshirt, skirt or suit jacket. It is therefore very easy to add a little touch on a silhouette
• The piece we'll love to wear this fall? The corduroy jumpsuit, comfortable and trendy
• Forget black for less formal colors : pink, beige, green or purple are colors particularly enhanced by a corduroy piece
• The material can be intimidating but should be treated like any other. It represents the detail that will make all the difference in your daily outfits
• If you don't know what to wear with corduroy, keep it simple: jeans, a white shirt, a pair of sneakers or boots and you're done

How to wear velvet in the evening?

Once the night falls, all the eccentricities are allowed. It's time to play with fashion and let yourself be carried away by your desires. Velvet is an elegant, precious fabric that will immediately give you a chic and refined look.

• The easiest way is to go for a velvet jacket, in shades of color very intense
• Velvet is a fabric that will add substance and depth to your outfits, it is very well on a monochrome silhouette, black, navy blue or green
• A velvet jacket is like a jewel, it brings detail to the whole silhouette
• Don't have time to change after work? Trade in your blazer for a velvet jacket and you're done.

Can we dare the total velvet look?

Velvet is not only worn in detail, on the contrary. It is a material that can perfectly be worn in total look.

• Want to create a complete velvet outfit? Go for a jacket and pants set
• The Jumpsuits in velvet or velvet panne can also be the basis of a total look. Add a jacket made from the same fabric, ideally in a slightly different color to create a silhouette with a lot of style.
• If you choose a velvet shirt, you will have to make a choice between the jacket or the pants, otherwise, there is a risk of overloading

Can we wear a velvet dress?

If for a long time the velvet dresses were reserved for the big gala evenings and the outings to the opera, it is now quite possible to wear a velvet dress to go to the restaurant. But, a few tips are in order to tame this piece.

• Adored piece on Instagram and worn according to the trends, we prefer it straight with thin or big straps
• Whether you choose to wear the velvet dress in a short or long version, wearing it over a t-shirt or turtleneck sweater is the fashion detail that will make the difference
• As for the shoes, it all depends on the spirit you want to give to your outfit: the boots with thick soles will be perfect to break the too dressed up or formal side, while the ankle boots will go perfectly with a long and straight dress.

To go further: How to wear a long dress?

Which velvet piece to choose?

Overshirts with a masculine spirit

The velvet overshirt is a must-have for the fall wardrobe. With its masculine allure, this piece can easily be found in your boyfriend's, brother's or even father's wardrobe. You can turn it on its head to create an original, on-trend look. With its soft texture, it adds a touch of elegance while remaining comfortable. Don't hesitate to play with layering: a fine cashmere sweater underneath for cooler days, or a wool scarf for an even more assertive style. For accessories, choose minimalist pieces, such as an elegant watch or delicate earrings, so as not to overload the look.

Corduroy pants

Corduroy pants are ideal for bringing a rich, warm texture to your outfit. To enhance them, opt for a fitted top: a tucked-in t-shirt, a light blouse or even a sleeveless sweater. For a casual look, pair it with white sneakers, but for a dressier version, choose moccasins or ankle boots. And don't forget to accessorize with a leather belt to define the waist. Finally, don't forget that velvet lends itself well to prints: don't hesitate to add a patterned piece for a bold look, like a striped or checked shirt.