The World of Westloft / Design, Interiors & Decorative Arts

Velvet

A plush fabric associated with depth, drama and evening glamour.

The definition

What is Velvet?

Velvet is a woven fabric with a dense pile, used historically in upholstery, fashion and theatre for its softness and light-catching richness.

The Westloft perspective

In the World of Westloft

For Westloft, velvet is the permission slip for decadence: a sofa, cushion or curtain that turns a room from polite to memorable.

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