Smooth Operator: 10 luxurious ways to wear silk

"With the mood set in opulent mode, we are instantly drawn to fabrics of the lavish kind."
Smooth Operator: 10 luxurious ways to wear silk

From silky smooth trousers to sumptuous velvet midi dresses, it’s hard to resist the urge to touch.

This time of year is all about indulgence, with our sartorial choices being driven by our senses. 

With the mood set in opulent mode, we are instantly drawn to fabrics of the lavish kind. 

Think of those special pieces that not only look but feel luxurious too. 

From silky smooth trousers to sumptuous velvet midi dresses, it’s hard to resist the urge to touch.

Get The Look: 

Velvet Glamour at Cobbler's Lane
Velvet Glamour at Cobbler's Lane

Indulge in velvet and ruffles for a glamorous look this season, as seen at Cobbler’s Lane.

Twisted Velvet Tote, €225, August Night
Twisted Velvet Tote, €225, August Night

#ieloves - Twist And Shout: Bring an opulent twist to your accessories with a velvet tote, €225, August Night.

Navy Velvet Pump, €235., Nicki Hoyne
Navy Velvet Pump, €235., Nicki Hoyne

Velvet Crush: Step out in luxury in plush velvet bow pumps, €235, Nicki Hoyne.

Roberta Earrings, €110, Curated By Design Centre at Kildare Village
Roberta Earrings, €110, Curated By Design Centre at Kildare Village

Decadent Romance: Introduce a touch of decadence to your look with ornate heart earrings, €110, Design Centre at Kildare Village.

Jacquard Puff Sleeve LBD, €75, Lucy Mecklenburgh X Very
Jacquard Puff Sleeve LBD, €75, Lucy Mecklenburgh X Very

After Dark: Upgrade the classic LBD to Bridgerton elegance with jacquard detailing, €75, Lucy Mecklenburgh X Very.

Silver Satin Blouse, €80, River Island
Silver Satin Blouse, €80, River Island

Silver Bells: Shine bright in a seasonal silver satin blouse, €80, River Island.

Crinkled Satin Trousers, €89, COS
Crinkled Satin Trousers, €89, COS

Smooth Operator: Elevate your going-out style with soft-to-touch satin trousers, €89, COS.

Faux Fur Coat, €69.99, New Look
Faux Fur Coat, €69.99, New Look

Hot Fuzz: Turn up the heat this winter season in a lavish faux fur coat, €69.99, New Look.

Green Satin Skirt, €19.99, H&M
Green Satin Skirt, €19.99, H&M

Pocket Friendly - New Forest: Be the envy of the style set in a forest green slip midi skirt, €19.99, H&M.

Velvet Slip Dress, €89.95, Zara
Velvet Slip Dress, €89.95, Zara

Red Alert: A sumptuous velvet dress will have the fashion police on high alert, for all the right reasons, €89.95, Zara.

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