Silk Velvet Suits

This Silk Velvet suit has a beautifully tapered fitted Silk Velvet skirt with a split in the back for a hint of 'Leg' and the jupe has a Silk Velvet shawl with a long Silk Velvet scarf. This beautiful suit can be worn separately. And with the comfort and ease, it can bring a little 'Contemporary Living' into any office.

Velvet was originally a luxurious fabric made from silk and was very expensive. Modern immitation velvets are often made from synthetic fibers (acetate, nylon, rayon, and others). The fabric has a thick, soft pile formed by loops of the warp thread, either cut at the end or left uncut. Velvet sometimes has a cotton backing. Velvet was first made in China. The term first appears in European litterature in thr 13th Century. It was used to produce fine garments for wealthy individuals. The colors ranged widely, but included many bright colors like red. Velvet of various colors, usually dark, was commonly used in the late 19th Century to produce better boys' party suits, especially Little Lord Fautntleoy suits. In the 20th Century boys dress suits are sometimes made of velvet, especially Eton suits for small boys. It is particularly popular for boys suits around the Christmas holiday season. Velvet trim was commonly used for trim on the lapels of better coats for small children.