crushed velvet
Americannoun
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Models purposefully walked down the runway in flowing suits of crushed velvet and satin, matching leather mini-shorts and jackets, sequined hot pants and tank top sets in yellow smiley graphics and graffiti print.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2024
Are you a fan of the feel and look of crushed velvet, or are you looking for a chunky woven organic texture in your fabric?
From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2023
Naomi Campbell, swishy turquoise crushed velvet trousers under a long evening coat with a matching top hat and the word “respectfully” on the back.
From New York Times • Mar. 1, 2022
Blue jeans or crushed velvet pants were de rigueur.
From Slate • Jun. 25, 2019
It felt thick and richer in some places, more like crushed velvet than silk.
From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell
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