Velvet is probably my favorite of all the fall trends. Not just any velvet, but the crushed variety. It like that is a throwback to the 90’s. I remember I had a burgundy cocktail-type dress when I was 14. I should have kept that darn thing, because, HECK, the trend is back!
OUTFIT DETAILS:
FAUX LEATHER JACKET | VELVET CAMI | FAUX LEATHER LEGGINGS | EAR JACKETS | SUEDE MULES | CROSSBODY BAG | LIPGLOSS: LUNE AND ASTER CEO
OUTFIT DETAILS:
FAUX LEATHER JACKET, SIMILAR| VELVET CAMI | FAUX LEATHER LEGGINGS | EAR JACKETS | SUEDE MULES | CROSSBODY BAG | LIPGLOSS: LUNE AND ASTER CEO
They always joke, like, *waves finger in the air* you should keep all your crap because one day it will come back in style! Well, how long are we supposed to keep said crap? Fifteen years!? I just don’t have that type of space in my closet. Old trends do come back, I agree, but with a fresh and rejuvenated flair.
What is crushed velvet, you ask? Visually, it has kind of an iridescent quality, with a little more texture than regular velvet. Wrinkled might be another word for it. I believe they make the crushed variety by flattening the pile of the fabric in different directions. Kind of like parting your hair.
I was on the hunt for some awesome velvet pieces, and found this pink cami. I liked it because it isn’t in your face, like a full velvet dress. I certainly wanted to try out the trend, but not with the full-on commitment.
I mixed my pink top with classics; faux leather and camel accessories. Did I mention that mules are in this season, too? (I also love these.) In case you missed it, here is a post with some of my other fall faves.
While I love all the velvet, I’m especially drawn to the crushed, lighter colors. I think they are softer and have an exciting dimension. But the rich, dark colors are just as interesting. I imagine this deep red velvet cami would be killer with a white blazer. Or this royal blue top with white pants and a fabulous statement necklace.
I hope you enjoy this outfit as much as I do! Have a spiffy week! Here’s to a full week of fab outfits – don’t skimp on me!
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–Roxanne
Currently Sipping: GT’s Enlightened Kombucha
p.s. – check out this easy-to-copy fall look from a couple weeks ago!
I haven’t thought to pair velvet & leather. Love that idea!
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This makes me want a velvet shirt so bad! I love it!
Mmm, Kombucha. I like the wrinkly texture, it reminds me of my bumply searsuckera shirt
Oh how this is cute, love the top!
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Love the velvet and the leather jacket together! So funny but yes seeing trends come around a second time is so weird! You look great!
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You look fabulous! I love the velvet and leather textures together.
xo, Lauryn
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Looking so fierce in leather! You look fab!
Abby of Life in the Fash Lane
I have always loved velvet. Actually that is my most favorite thing IN for this Fall and cannot wait to rock it. Crushed velvet even better. I used to own a crushed velvet camisole like yours, in burgundy and wish I had it now. Love the extras here: the mules, moto jacket, ear jackets and Gucci bag are all wonderful!
Love that pink velvet on you!!! Looks gorgeous!
-Jules-
Gorgeous look! That velvet tank goes perfectly with the faux leather!
-rose
http://babiesandbluejeans.blogspot.com
Loving this look girl! I especially love the velvet tank!
XOXO KATHRYN
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AMAZING tank! Love how you styled such a feminine piece with edgy leggings! Beautiful!
xx, Elise
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Thanks, babe! Congrats on being featured on Rachel’s linkup today! I loved your birthday reflection post!
I love your velvet tank, and how you added a bit of edge with the leather jacket and pants. Such a great fall look!
Rachael
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Thanks, Rachael! I’m not usually a leather girl, but it worked in this outfit!
gorgeous outfit!! Loving the velvet!!!
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I love the crushed velvet look especially in that color and those reversible earrings are very unique and pretty!
Thanks so much!