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| Alexa Chung in her Madewell velvet short creation |
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| Velvet zippered pants |
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| Velvet Blazer |
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| Leighton Meester in Versus |
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| Silk velvet skirt |
This controversial fabric tends to get a bad wrap based on the fact that it can conjure up images of The Real Housewives of Orange County-inspired track suits (sorry, Juicy Couture). However, this holiday season velvet is being seen in rich, sophisticated silohuettes that are perfect for the holiday soiree season.
