Last fall, I thought it would be helpful to breakdown some of the season’s hottest trends and show where to find plus size equivalents. While I did about eight last year, this year’s version will be condensed to three (or maybe five, depending). So, let’s kick things off right this year!

My absolute favorite trend this fall is velvet. I found an amazing gray velvet dress last fall (which I wore as often as possible) and re-ignited my love for it so I’m happy to see that it was embraced all over the runways this year! There were mini skirts, maxi skirts, trousers, leggings, dresses, jackets and even evening gowns that incorporated the fabric. As of now, the only retailers that seem to have jumped on this trend is ASOS and New Look. Both in their main and plus size range, there are several options available, some of which are listed below. However if you’re not too sure you want to fully commit to this trend, here’s a tidbit – almost every single piece of velvet in my wardrobe has been purchased from the thrift store. Usually you can find amazing goodies when you comb the racks of your local stores and for a fraction of the price.

So what do you think? Is this a trend you’ll say yay or nay to?

(from top to bottom, left to right:)
- Ulla Popken Stretch Knit Velvet Surplice Dress
- ASOS Velvet Peg Leg Trousers
- ASOS Curve Twisted Velvet Dress
- ASOS Curve Jersey Velvet 2-in-1 Dress
- ASOS One-Shoulder Velvet Dress
- ASOS Cross-Back Skater Dress
- ASOS Curve Velvet Panel Leggings
- New Look Inspire Velvet Bodycon Dress
- New Look Inspire Velvet & Satin Corset