Vintage velvet dresses like the Chanel shown above still sell for thousands of dollars. So I’m delighted to bring you a luxurious edit of velvet, velveteen, and velour to make your own—for a whole lot less.
I’m often asked about the difference.
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| ● | Velvet — A woven pile fabric with a dense, soft surface and distinctive depth and luster. Traditionally silk, though today it can be made from cotton, rayon, synthetics, or blends. |
| ● | Velveteen — A woven cotton or cotton-blend pile fabric that resembles velvet but typically has a shorter, denser pile and a more matte, structured hand. |
| ● | Velour — A soft, plush fabric most often knitted rather than woven, giving it more stretch and drape than velvet or velveteen. |
Below are a few new velvets including deadstock from Ralph Lauren. You’ll find these along with some velveteen and velour in the Velvety Edit.
