The first widely evident trend to emerge from New York Fashion Week? Velvet. Like it or not, it’s popped up in the fall/winter collections of some of the most influential designers New York has to offer. As is typical with fashion, velvet is a trend resurrected. Aside from a spectacular black velvet deep-v vintage dress from the 70s I picked up on eBay a few years ago, velvet hasn’t appeared in my wardrobe since I sported jewel-toned velvet frocks in elementary school. As I imagine most adults share my experience, I’m not too sure this will resonate with the general public. While the runways featured designer swaddling their models in head-to-toe velvet, I’m more inclined to use it as an accent - a belt or scarf in the sumptuous fabric might be a little more realistic for day-to-day wear.
From left to right: Diane von Furstenberg, Altuzarra, Alexander Wang and Hervé Léger by Max Azria.
