Buying Guide, Style Guides

Velvet Suits for Women: 12 Designer Jackets and Trousers for Party Season

Buying Guide, Style Guides

Velvet Suits for Women: 12 Designer Jackets and Trousers for Party Season

A velvet suit for women is the easiest way to dress up for the holiday season without a dress, and this edit covers 12 designer velvet jackets and trousers in stock at Coveti. The standout is the LaQuan Smith emerald double breasted velvet jacket with its matching flare; browse more in our designer blazers and tailored pants edits, and see our velvet blazers guide for single jackets.

Key facts

  • Velvet suits and suit separates in this edit: 12 pieces, 6 houses
  • Price range: $540 to $3,270 per piece
  • Peak season: November and December, when searches for velvet suits rise about five times
  • Colours: emerald, chocolate, black, tobacco, burgundy
  • Fabric to look for: cotton velvet for structure, viscose velvet for drape

Matching velvet suits

1. LaQuan Smith Double Breasted Jacket with Notch Lapel in Emerald, $3,270

Pinstripe velvet with peak lapels, sold with a satin scarf and pocket square.

2. LaQuan Smith Tailored Flare Pants in Emerald, $1,870

The matching emerald flare, high rise and wide from the knee.

3. LaQuan Smith Double Breasted Jacket with Notch Lapel in Chocolate, $3,270

The same suit jacket in chocolate brown.

4. LaQuan Smith Tailored Flare Pants in Chocolate, $1,870

The chocolate flare that completes it.

5. Max Mara Pera Velvet Blazer in Black, $1,280

A black velvet blazer from Max Mara, single breasted and easy.

6. Max Mara Mister Cotton Velvet Trousers in Tobacco, $880

Max Mara cotton velvet trousers in tobacco; pair with the tobacco Pera blazer.

Velvet jackets

7. Versace Viscose Velvet Blazer in Burgundy, $4,230

Burgundy viscose velvet from Versace, the richest colour here.

8. Simon Miller Moxie Velvet Jacket in Black, $670

Simon Miller in black, a short boxy cut.

Velvet trousers

9. Versace Viscose Velvet Pants in Burgundy, $2,170

The Versace trouser to match the burgundy blazer.

10. Dolce & Gabbana Velvet trousers, $1,930

Dolce and Gabbana black velvet trousers, high waisted and straight.

11. Zimmermann Valiant Velvet Flare, $1,420

A Zimmermann velvet flare with a long leg.

12. Simon Miller Nuala Velvet Pant in Black, $490

Simon Miller velvet pant in black, the most relaxed cut.

How to wear a velvet suit

Wear the jacket buttoned with nothing underneath, a lace bodysuit, and a silk camisole. Keep the shoe sleek: a pointed pump, a slim boot. Jewel tones like emerald and burgundy work best at night; chocolate and black are the colours you will wear in the day as separates. For a black tie version, see cocktail attire for women.

Velvet suit by occasion

Occasion Suit Under it
Christmas party Emerald velvet suit A black lace bodysuit
New Year’s Eve Burgundy velvet Bare skin and a statement earring
Winter wedding guest Chocolate velvet suit A satin blouse
Office party Black velvet blazer and trousers A white shirt

Frequently asked questions

Are velvet suits in style for 2026?

Yes. Jewel tone velvet tailoring is one of the strongest party looks of the season, led by suits like the LaQuan Smith emerald pinstripe velvet.

What do you wear under a velvet suit?

A lace bodysuit, a silk camisole, a fine knit, nothing at all with the jacket buttoned.

What shoes go with a velvet suit?

A pointed pump, a slim heeled boot and a satin mule all work. Avoid chunky soles.

Can you wear a velvet suit to a wedding?

Yes, for an autumn and winter wedding. Choose chocolate, emerald and navy over black.

How do you care for velvet?

Dry clean, steam rather than press, and hang on a padded hanger so the pile is never crushed.

More party dressing: Christmas party outfits, sequin pants and LaQuan Smith Fall 2026.

Sources and method

Brand facts come from laquansmith.com (About page and the Fall 2026 product pages, read on 26 October 2026) and the CFDA member directory. Prices are the Coveti prices on 26 October 2026, and every piece listed was in stock at Coveti that day. Search demand figures are monthly averages from Google Ads keyword data. Written by Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Coveti.