A velvet blazer worn with raw jeans and white sneakers: this is the kind of combination that perfectly summarizes the glamorous fashion trends of this season. We are no longer talking about glamour reserved for evenings, but about an elegance that integrates into everyday outfits, provided you choose the right pieces and master a few color and material combinations.
Velvet by day: the glamorous material that changes its tune
Velvet has long been confined to year-end celebrations and formal events. This season, we find it on the autumn-winter runways in much more casual contexts. Vogue Arabia reports that Tagwalk observes an increased presence of velvet on women’s runways compared to previous seasons.
Specifically, this means that a corduroy velvet pant paired with a turtleneck sweater works for the office. A smooth velvet blazer, worn open over a white t-shirt and straight jeans, is enough to create an elegant look without effort. You can also opt for velvet accessories (bag, scrunchie, headband) to test the trend without investing in a statement piece.
The trap to avoid: the total velvet look. Too much velvet in one outfit creates a costume effect that weighs down the silhouette. Choose a single velvet piece and surround it with matte or raw materials (cotton, denim, smooth leather) to create contrast.
Several brands offer pieces that follow this direction, and you can find coherent selections by checking out fashion on Vêtement Glamour to identify cuts that adapt to different body types.
Deep violet and cherry red duo: the color combination to try
Palettes have expanded in recent seasons, with a marked return of saturated colors. Among the combinations spotted on the autumn-winter runways, the deep violet and cherry red duo stands out. Vogue UK notes that this combination, seen at Balenciaga, Mugler, and Celine, has been widely adopted in street style.
This is not an intuitive pairing. We rarely think to combine two such intense colors. The key is to limit one of the two tones to an accessory or a secondary piece.
- A deep violet coat with a cherry red bag and neutral clothing underneath (black, off-white, charcoal gray) to anchor the outfit
- A cherry red midi skirt worn with a fine violet sweater and black ankle boots, resulting in a structured look without excess
- For the more cautious, a scarf or shawl in one of the two tones, paired with a strong piece in the other, allows for a measured intensity
The result between violet and red works because both colors share a warm base. You achieve a glamorous look without resorting to the classics of black and gold, refreshing the autumn wardrobe.
Statement collars: structuring an elegant look without accessories
We often pile on jewelry, belts, and bags to give character to an outfit. The autumn-winter runways offer a more economical and cleaner alternative: focusing on a marked collar as a structuring element of the look. Vogue Arabia describes this evolution and notes that an elongated or widened collar, on a shirt, blazer, or coat, can transform a sober silhouette.
In practice, look for shirts with exaggerated collars (like a wide lavallière collar or elongated pointed collar) that can be worn over a fine sweater or under a blazer. The collar extends, frames the face, and creates a natural focal point without jewelry.
This approach is particularly suitable for work outfits. A wide shawl collar blazer worn with straight pants and loafers creates a neat appearance. The collar does the work of a statement necklace, being more discreet and easier to match.
The limit: this trend works best on fitted or semi-fitted silhouettes. On an oversized garment, a large collar can drown the shoulder line and create a deconstructed effect that strays from the glamorous register.
Everyday glamorous outfit: the important choices
We often read that you need to “dare” or “assert yourself” to adopt a glamorous style. In reality, concrete choices hinge on three criteria that determine whether an outfit leans towards elegance or becomes overly dressed.
- The ratio of statement piece to neutral pieces: one standout piece (velvet, bright color, statement collar) surrounded by basics. A maximum of two strong pieces if they share the same palette
- Texture over print: a satin fabric, soft leather, or velvet adds glamour through touch and light reflection, without the visual noise of a busy pattern
- Shoes as an anchor: pointed ankle boots or smooth leather loafers maintain a chic register, while chunky sneakers or flat sandals tip the outfit towards casual
These choices work regardless of the season. In summer, replace velvet with textured linen and the blazer with a lightweight jacket with a tailored collar. The principle remains the same: one element of distinction per outfit, no more.
Glamorous and elegant style in 2026 relies less on the accumulation of trendy pieces and more on the precision of combinations. A well-chosen collar, a mastered color combination, or a rich material worn in a simple context produces a more convincing result than an entire wardrobe renewed each season.
