obsession: art deco necklaces

Art Deco Bow Tie Necklace - J.Crew

Gogo Philip Enamel Shield - ASOS

Deco Bolo Necklace - Jewel Mint

Deco Burst Pendant- Madewell

Lulu Frost Deco Pendant- J.Crew

national velvet

Everyone is infatuated with all things velveteen. It's a beautifully delicate texture that begs to be felt. The mere thought of the word invokes images of cuddly stuffed rabbits (saddest book EVER!), creepy '70s dolls with perfect hair, and the smooth sounds of Lou Reed and Nico. Now, with winter and holidays just around the corner, we think of shorts, dresses, skirts, and leggings. The velour trend is in full-swing, and it's the perfect fancy touch to any holiday outfit or just an extra special addition to a pair of denim or a tee.

Velour-wearer beware: Don't be weirded out when people want to touch your new silky soft blazer.

Nicole Richie in gorgeous blue velvet shorts. 

Alexa Chung wears her own design of velvet shorts for Madewell. 

Althuzarra Fall 2010

Marc Jacobs Fall 2009 (last year, yes, but still relevant...and Jessica Stam!)

Rachel Bilson in a velvet blazer

Marc Jacobs Fall 2010

Stretch Velvet Double U-Neck Long Sleeve Mini Dress

Velvet Leggings

Urban Renewal Curatorial Burnout Velvet Maxi Dress

Velvet Dynasty Top

Velvet Schoolboy Blazer

xox

Jessi Lou