Festive glam: The velvet pants we'll be wearing now
The 90s are back in festive dressing and bringing velvet pants with them.
1995 was a defining year in every respect. Windows 95 was released, the first PlayStation came out, and Tom Ford, then 34 years old and creative director at Gucci, revealed his undying love for velvet in his fall/winter 1996 collection—models with slicked-back hair, gold eyeshadow, accentuated waists, and velvet looks dominated the runway, with Vogue describing the show as "the modern equivalent of a one-night stand at Studio 54." Gucci's sales increased by 90%.
In the 2010s, velvet trousers became officially established. Today, they are making a comeback and adorn the collections of the most iconic fashion houses, from Celine to Saint Laurent. So, if you're looking for the new it item for party dressing, you've just found it: sexy velvet trousers, ideal for pairing with high heels, an oversized blazer, and evening accessories.
Shop the trend
Red velvet pants, Etro
Velvet flared trousers, Polo Ralph Lauren
Green velvet pants, Saint Laurent
Trousers with pleats, Zara
