Being a bit retro makes the current velvet suit trend right up my alley. reminiscent of the 70’s the velvet suit update will add a power pop to your Winter wardrobe. Although today I’ve styled mine more for Autumn, sans top & with open toed sandals.
The Sequinist & I have worked Boden’s versatile velvet suit in our own unique ways. Sometimes a suit is more than the sum of its parts so what appears one simple look can actually be worn several different ways. The beautiful cut & lush quality of this velvet fabric allows the suit to fit like a glove. Plus with 2% elastane it molds & moves with your body making it incredibly comfy for the entire day. Bear this in mind if you’re going for a slim fit. Today I’m wearing size UK10 trousers & UK12 blazer although now that I know how terrific the material is I’d choose the 10 blazer & 8 trousers instead.
Naturally over the coming months I’ll be wearing the blazer & trousers separately too. I happen to have a jumper in this exact shade of pink which looks ahhhmazing with the trousers. Of course you can imagine how funky my floral blazer is with denim flares right? I mean perfect for RetroChicMama or what!
MORE WAYS TO STYLE A VELVET SUIT
The flattering shape of this particular suit make it super simple to style down or up. I’ll happily wear mine with ballets & a T-shirt. However now the weather is getting colder I fancy pairing it with a cashmere knit & brogues or ankle boots.
The terrific thing about this Boden velvet suit is it plays well with the other colours. There’s quite a range on offer too so if matching your blazer & trousers is a step too far you can quite confidently mix & match this one. In addition to the pink & floral colourways, there’s smart black, versatile navy & stunning forest green! You can also switch up your styling by adding a statement belt which gives the silhouette a slightly sexier edge. Therefore if you have a date after work this velvet suit is a no brainer to just throw-on-&-go. For the office wear it with a top & flats then for the evening change into your heels, whip off the top & belt up! Purrrr…
I think a trouser suit makes the ideal switch up outfit. Here’s another one I did recently in case you missed it. And below are my wicked high-end accessories alternatives for a taste of the infinite options you have with this suit. Yummy…
THE VELVET TREND IS HERE TO STAY
Lisa & I had an awesome time in New York, you can see her post about it over on The Sequinist. I have to thank our wonderful photographer Ron Hester for the superb pics & tolerating our naughtiness. And finally last but absolutely by no means least a massive thank you to Boden for gifting our beautiful velvet suits.
My next post from New York will include the ahhhmazing second-hand designer & vintage shops that I found there. You guys will not want to miss that!
Thanks for reading my loves, see you soon xx
Comments ( 20 )
Suzy Turner
You two look freaking GORGEOUS!! And how jealous am I of you going to NY together… I bet you’ve been having a brilliant time! I’m drooling over the pink velvet suit, Michelle. Not only have I always been a huge fan of bright pink, I’ve also always loved velvet so it’s a match made in heaven for me!
Can’t wait to read more about your trip 🙂
Suzy xx
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MT
I can picture you wearing it with black for some reason Suzy, does that sound right? xx
sequinist
OH, I love seeing these photos of us together! What a magical time we had… and more to come! I’m so crazy about my pink suit and EQUALLY crazy about your printed one. They’re both so great, and have such a different feeling. Now I can’t wait to write my post! xxx
MT
SO DO I! On both counts that is 😉
ABby@Midlifecrisisnut
You went to NY together? I’m so super jealous right now! That explains that little absence of yours. I see you’ve had an amazing time together! Looking gorgeous there in your pink ensembles. Missing you! xx Abby
MT
Yes Abby! It was ahhhmazing, Being there after 25 years was magically as if no time had passed at all. You know when you have a real affinity for a place, a gut feeling you just “know it”? I only ever felt like that about London & New York. How’s things with you gorgeous girl? I haven’t seen you post for a while xxx
Catherine, Not Dressed As Lamb
Apart from the fact that you two look INCREDIBLE and it looks like you had a fabulous time, what I want to know is: HOW IN THE WORLD did you get Sparkles into head to toe pink?!!!! 😆
Velvet suits you both beautifully, and I recognise your blazer MT… I featured it in my velvet shopping picks in my post this week – obvs we both have exquisite taste, hehe
Can’t wait to see the next post and more pics….!
C xx
MT
Well Catherine that is a seriously good question but did you notice her sequinned shoes? Heeheehee….Never not wearing sequins right 😉
xxx
No Fear of Fashion
You two look terrific and if I didn’t know better, I would order that suit. If I knew which one to choose. Only my figure and these trousers don’t go together. The jacket however. Oh hxll, I am on a strict no spending budget again. And I am in Paris at the moment with Susan of Une Femme d’un certain âge. Already bought new sunglasses… my credit card is going to max out.
Greetje
MT
Ah that’s right you naughty girl I saw that 😉 Oh well there is always the Boden sale & I do think the blazer alone is still a versatile buy #justsayin
jamie
You two look fabulous! I DO love a velvet suit (I’ve had a dark navy one for years) but this pink is definitely one to check out.
MT
Oh I saw that Jamie, stunning! I love the richness velvet brings to the colour party don’t you?
Simplement Lui
Great outfits, pictures and heels 😉
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MT
Thank you my friend, lovely to hear from you x
Rhiannon Duffin
This is my all time favourite post! Everything about this is perfection and I’m loving all the style tips too! Thank you xoxo
MT
Oh wow really RiRi? Thank you so much! I must admit it’s probably mine too, as if you couldn’t guess 😉 xxx
jacqui
You both look super gorgeous in these outfits, I love that colour pink and velvet is just spot on! Thanks for sharing Hun. Jacqui
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MT
Oh wow thanks Jaqui, we love the velvet suits too!
FunkyForty
This post is so adorable Michelle – loving that velvet suit on you and how lucky to get to go to New York!!! Go You!
xoxo Yvonne
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MT
Thank you so much Yvonne. Yes I am a lucky lady who is now completely hooked on NYC. Will have to wangle my way back somehow 😉 xx