10 Ways to Use On-Trend Velvet in Your Wedding Any Time of Year

Spring and summer brides can get in on the velvet trend, too. A crushed velvet table runner adds a little bit of texture and luxury to any tablescape. And a soft neutral, such as this light grey runner from Magpie Linens, doesn’t read too heavy for any season.

The wedding invitation typically gives guests a clue as to how fancy the affair will be and how to dress accordingly. If you’re having a formal, evening ceremony, especially black tie, up the luxe of your invitations with velvet-lined envelopes. These gorgeous, burgundy invitations from Five Dot Design were created for an evening Sonoma wine-themed wedding.

If you’re not into large, fondant flowers, embellish your cake with a simple, velvet trim instead. Cascading velvet ties are also great for a bohemian look. This cake, from Smith House Weddings was inspired by a "garden blues" outdoor theme.

Have fun with your guestbook and choose something pretty that you’ll want to display after the wedding, not hide on a shelf. A velvet book, such as this handmade album from Bark and Berry, will look stunning in a vignette on the big day, and, after the wedding, will be the perfect coffee table book for your first year of marriage.