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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle

Key fashion trends of the season: Velvet

Key Trends Velvet: Model wearing velvet
Asymetric dress, £2280, Lanvin from www.matchesfashion.com Shoes, £435, www.Jimmychoo.com


Photographer: Jason Hetherington
Fashion Editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Hair and Make-up: Juliana Sergot
Fashion Assistant: Melanie Wilkinson
Model: Anna S at Union
 Photograph: guardian.co.uk
Key Trends Velvet: velvet blazer
If sequin and glitz aren't you thing opt for this blazer, it's the perfect party cover up. Blazer, £65, M&S, www.marksandspencer.com Photograph: guardian.co.uk
Key Trends Velvet: velvet dress
Team this dress with polka dot tights from www.mytights.com for a bang up to date take on the 80s. Dress, £40, www.asos.com Photograph: guardian.co.uk
Key Trends Velvet: velvet dress
A modern classic, this dress is suitable for all ages. Dress, £45, Limited collection, www.marksandspencer.com Photograph: guardian.co.uk
Key Trends Velvet: velvet Jumpsuit
Perfect for parties. Keep accessories simple, the velvet does all the talking. Jumpsuit, £70, www.asos.com Photograph: guardian.co.uk
Key Trends Velvet: floral skirt
This skirt makes us come over all Julie Andrews, floral and velvet, two of our favourite things! Skirt, £39, www.very.co.uk Photograph: guardian.co.uk
Key Trends Velvet: velvet shorts
If velvet dresses make you think goth then try shorts, steer clear of fussy tops and opt for a simple T-shirt. Shorts, £40, www.topshop.com Photograph: guardian.co.uk
Key Trends Velvet: Velvet Underwear
Underwear as outerwear is very S/S10, you won't want to cover this set up...(we do love a cliche). Bra, £18, knickers, £10 both www.topshop.com Photograph: guardian.co.uk
Key Trends Velvet: velvet sandal
From a distance these would pass for Lanvin. Sandals, £70, www.office.co.uk Photograph: guardian.co.uk
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