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These Designer Velvet Dresses Are Destined To Elevate Your Winter Closet

It’s no secret that we live for designer velvet dresses at this time of year! Whether we’re heading to a festive gathering, a daylight soirée, or planning outfits for our evening plans, they always leave us feeling eternally stylish. Thankfully, we’ve been spoiled for choice with velvet frocks for the season ahead. From floor-length gowns made for unforgettable entrances to adorable mini dresses that go oh-so-perfectly with boots or heels. Our edit is brimming with must-have silhouettes for the chilly weather ahead. Keep scrolling to discover the velvet dresses of your winter dreams – they’re destined to elevate your closet…

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Mini Designer Velvet Dresses

When it comes to mini designer velvet dresses we have the silhouettes you’re looking for! Firstly, we’ll be styling the ruched floral-print velvet mini dress by Farm Rio with everything from ankle boots to heels. Firstly, this gorgeous seasonal floral dress stuns with its chic round neckline, puffed sleeves with fitted cuffs, and a seamed waist to flatter your figure. Additionally, we adore the ruched skirt that perfectly hugs your curves. What’s more, this dress looks just as amazing with ankle boots for more casual days as it does with heels for after-dark plans! Our advice? Style yours with colorful heels to elevate the vibrant hues in the print.

 

Meanwhile, the crystal-embellished pleated velvet mini dress by Magda Butrym is absolutely a must-have. Firstly, we all need the perfect LBD for our evening plans, and this ticks every box. It has a sultry scoop neckline with barely-there spaghetti straps and a gorgeous pleated skater skirt that moves so beautifully as you walk. Additionally, we love how this dress looks with black tights and heels for everything from dinner dates to cocktail parties. Additionally, add black heels and gold jewelry for a flawless finishing touch.

  • ALESSANDRA RICH Velvet High Neck Draped Long Dress

    $1,990
  • REFORMATION Merel Velvet Midi Dress

    $178
  • PACO RABANNE Embellished Ruched Velvet Gown

    $1,210
  • THE VAMPIRE’S WIFE The Confessional Balloon-sleeve Velvet Gown

    $1,960
  • ALEX EVENINGS Side Ruched Velvet Cocktail Dress

    $169
  • XSCAPE Ruffle Off the Shoulder Velvet Cocktail Dress

    $208
  • THE VAMPIRE’S WIFE The Festival Velvet Midi Dress

    $1,660
  • SALONI Asher Velvet Gown

    $895
  • SALONI Kaila Embellished Velvet-trimmed Crepe Mini Dress

    $695

Winter Designer Velvet Dresses

One of the many reasons we love designer velvet dresses is how warm and versatile they are! Therefore, we’ll be slipping into the Camille crystal-moon cutout gown by Saloni every chance we get. Firstly, the Long sleeves and ankle length hem are perfect for cooler climes. Secondly, the all-black design is eternally chic and allows the silver adornments on the bodice to truly shine! Wear yours with coordinating black heels or heeled boots – you’ll look stunning either way!

 

Meanwhile, when only a printed dress will do, the Jinx-c floral-print velvet dress, also by Saloni, is perfect! We adore the long sleeves, black cut-out detailing at the neckline, and the moody deep blue and purple print. Additionally, this is another example of how velvet dresses go so perfectly with different shoe choices. This one will look incredible with your go-to heels for dressy occasions. However, pairing it with boots also guarantees you a winning smart/casual look!

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