Velvet Just Got Seriously Hot... Shop Our Edit Of The Best

Velvet is the AW13 trend you need to know about. From slinky camis to luxe suit blazers, shop the Marie Claire edit of the best pieces online right now.

Alexa Chung in a velvet dress and trench coat
Alexa Chung in a velvet dress and trench coat
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Velvet is the AW13 trend you need to know about. From slinky camis to luxe suit blazers, shop the Marie Claire edit of the best pieces online right now.

Velvet is the trend we're obsessed with this season.

No longer solely reserved for luxurious party dresses during festive season, velvet has been incorporated into some of our favourite brands' AW13 collections, featured on everything from sweatshirts and camis, to court shoes and clutches.

Ooze sophistication with a classic velvet blazer throughout the party period, or go bold in velvet trousers, possibly the best alternative to jeans, ever.

Alexa Chung Works A Velvet Dress

Alexa Chung in a velvet dress and trench coat
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Marie Claire has edited the best velvet pieces for you to shop now, so we urge you now to seriously prepare yourself, because you're about to fall in love with this gorgeous trend as much as we have...

Alexa Chung Works A Velvet Dress

Alexa Chung Works A Velvet Dress

Alexa Chung in a velvet dress and trench coat
(Image credit: Rex Features)

Marie Claire has edited the best velvet pieces for you to shop now, so we urge you now to seriously prepare yourself, because you're about to fall in love with this gorgeous trend as much as we have...

H&M Black Velvet Blazer, £29.99

H&M Black Velvet Blazer, £29.99

H&M black velvet blazer
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Work the androgynous look with this black velvet blazer.

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Jaeger Cowl Neck Velvet Sweater, £99

Jaeger Cowl Neck Velvet Sweater, £99

Jaeger velvet sweater
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For a casual on-trend look go for this cowl neck velvet from sweater Jaeger.

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Pret A Portobello Vintage Style Velvet Kimono, £40

Pret A Portobello Vintage Style Velvet Kimono, £40

Pret-A-Portobello velvet kimono
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This statement velvet kimono is the perfect day-to-night buy.

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Zara Velvet And Lace Dress, £49.99

Zara Velvet And Lace Dress, £49.99

Zara black velvet and lace dress
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Go all out with this velvet and lace frock.

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T By Alexander Wang Velvet Camisole, £92.45

T By Alexander Wang Velvet Camisole, £92.45

The Outnet velvet strappy top
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Team this velvet cami top with a pencil skirt for an on-trend work look.

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Karen Millen Cut Out Velvet Skater Dress, £175

Karen Millen Cut Out Velvet Skater Dress, £175

Karen Millen red velvet dress
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This cut out red velvet dress is a must-have this season.

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Reiss Silk And Velvet Shirt, £135

Reiss Silk And Velvet Shirt, £135

Reiss velvet trimmed shirt
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If you don't want to over do it snap up this velvet trimmed shirt from Reiss.

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Topshop Velvet Platforms, £62

Topshop Velvet Platforms, £62

Topshop velvet platform heels
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For just a touch of velvet pick up these Topshop platforms.

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Topshop Gold Foil Velvet Leggings, £28

Topshop Gold Foil Velvet Leggings, £28

Topshop gold velvet leggings
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Work the velvet trend with these amazing gold leggings.

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L'Wren Scott Stretch-Velvet Top, £286

L'Wren Scott Stretch-Velvet Top, £286

Outnet red velvet top
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Get in the festive spirit in this deep red velvet top.

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Pret A Portobello Velvet Sweetheart Playsuit, £45

Pret A Portobello Velvet Sweetheart Playsuit, £45

Pret-A-Portobello
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This black velvet playsuit is perfect for your next night out with the girls.

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Charlotte Olympia Kitty Embroidered Velvet Slippers, £465

Charlotte Olympia Kitty Embroidered Velvet Slippers, £465

Net-A-Porter green velvet cat slippers
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Combine your love of cats and shoes with these embroidered velvet slippers.

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Jigsaw Printed Velvet Jacket, £198

Jigsaw Printed Velvet Jacket, £198

Jigsaw printed velvet jacket
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This printed velvet jacket will set off your skinny jeans perfectly.

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Avenue 32 Brown Embellished Velvet Dress, £715

Avenue 32 Brown Embellished Velvet Dress, £715

Avenue32 embellished velvet dress
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Up the ante in this embellished velvet dress it's got party season written all over it...

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Zara Velvet Peplum Top, £29.99

Zara Velvet Peplum Top, £29.99

Zara velvet peplum top
(Image credit: Zara)

You'll wear this velvet peplum top again and again.

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Toga Layered Velvet-Flocked Skirt, £400

Toga Layered Velvet-Flocked Skirt, £400

Net-A-Porter velvet shorts
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Team this velvet-flocked skirt with killer heels for a show-stopping look.

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H&M Velvet And Chiffon Dress, £14.99

H&M Velvet And Chiffon Dress, £14.99

H&M velvet skater dress
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This H&M dress is a great to work the velvet trend without breaking the bank.

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Topshop Red Crush Velvet Skirt, £32

Topshop Red Crush Velvet Skirt, £32

Topshop red velvet skater skirt
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Team this velvet skater skirt with tights and ankle boots.

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Zara Velvet Messenger Bag, £29.99

Zara Velvet Messenger Bag, £29.99

Zara blue velvet bag
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Add a touch of velvet with this compact messenger bag.

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Twins For Peace Boubou Black Velvet Trainers, £125

Twins For Peace Boubou Black Velvet Trainers, £125

Twins for Peace Boubou Black Velvet Trainers
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Rock the velvet trend effortlessly with these casual Twins For Peace trainers.

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Topshop Velvet Bow Hair Comb, £12.50

Topshop Velvet Bow Hair Comb, £12.50

Topshop velvet hair clip
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Make sure your 'do is on trend with this velvet hair comb.

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Zara Two-Tone Velvet Moccasin, £25.99

Zara Two-Tone Velvet Moccasin, £25.99

Zara velvet shoes
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Treat yourself to some two-tone velvet shoes.

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John Lewis Blue Velvet Top, £135

John Lewis Blue Velvet Top, £135

John Lewis velvet top
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Throw this blue velvet t-shirt on and you're ready to go in seconds.

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Reiss Fold Over Velvet Clutch, £120

Reiss Fold Over Velvet Clutch, £120

Reiss velvet clutch bag
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Accessorise your outfit with this stunning velvet clutch from Reiss.

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Anna Sui Rose-Patterned Burnout Velvet Top, £395

Anna Sui Rose-Patterned Burnout Velvet Top, £395

Net-A-Porter floral velvet top
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Go gothic with this dark floral velvet top.

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Oasis Velvet Skater Dress, £50

Oasis Velvet Skater Dress, £50

Oasis black velvet dress
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Snap up this classic black velvet dress from Oasis and all you'll need are heels.

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Topshop Snake Embossed Velvet Tunic, £35

Topshop Snake Embossed Velvet Tunic, £35

Topshop velvet snake dress
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Wow the world in this velvet tunic from Topshop.

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Paul & Joe Tapered Cropped Velvet Pants, £285

Paul & Joe Tapered Cropped Velvet Pants, £285

Net-A-Porter blue velvet trousers
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For a different twist on the velvet trend opt for these must-have cropped trousers.

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Pret A Portobello Purple Quilted Velvet Clutch Bag, £29

Pret A Portobello Purple Quilted Velvet Clutch Bag, £29

Pret-A-Portobello
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Shop this deep purple velvet clutch and work the trend for under £30.

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Zara Strapless Velvet Dress, £59.99

Zara Strapless Velvet Dress, £59.99

Zara strapless velvet dress
(Image credit: Zara)

Go sexy a