25 Luxe Velvet Wedding Ideas

Traditional or modern, luxurious or festive—velvet can be so many different things, or even a few at the same time. That's why countless brides and grooms gravitate toward the soft and smooth fabric for their wedding days. The classic cloth is a swank choice for ceremony and reception elements, no matter what your celebration's theme is. Don't believe us? We're here to show you all the ways you can incorporate luxe velvet into every part of your big day.

We love velvet for fall and winter weddings, when deep colors and rich fabrics are most popular. That being said, it can work throughout the year—some of the following suggestions are definitively spring-y or summer-y. Because velvet stems from an earlier era, it's fabulous for vintage-inspired events, too, but it's not just retro either. In fact, it's trending right now, and we're obsessed with the contemporary ways its being used. See what we mean? Velvet really is both timeless and versatile. One of our favorite ideas is to incorporate velvet into your wedding fashion. Take this groom, for example, who wore a blue velvet Fellow suit. We've spotlighted other fashion elements, like velvet wedding shoes and velvet bridesmaid dresses, as well.

Of course, the possibilities go way beyond clothing. Here, you'll find a whole range of velvet wedding ideas for your ceremony and reception. We've included everything from stationery (like velvet wedding invitations and velvet guest books) to smaller details (like velvet ring boxes). Explore all your options before deciding what you like best for your event.

Your vow booklets should be as beautiful as the words inside them. These pink and blue velvet ones, from Elmo Paperstories, certainly were.

Elevate your place settings with stunning napkins. Magnolia Ranch paired these purple velvet ones (from La Tavola) with other moody reception décor.

We're big fans of ceremony arches and arbors, especially when they're decorated in unique ways. This Flowers by Iran version—featuring red velvet drapery and matching blooms—fit the bill.

It really is all in the details, as these ceremony programs went to show. Green velvet ribbon from M&J Trimming upgraded the pretty Holly Hollon paper goods.

Here's another fun way to decorate your reception tables with velvet. The crafty bride (who doubles as the owner of Calla Bridal) DIYed these blue-gray velvet table numbers.

Put your wedding cake on a pedestal—or better yet, a table draped in luxe velvet fabric. A light La Tavola runner sat beneath this styled Sugar Couture dessert.

Help the groom stand out with a statement accessory. This future husband donned a stylish Boutaugh bow tie made from blue-green velvet. 

Velvet suits look great on groomsmen, too. Grit & Gold chose this brown Tom Ford one.

Green Apple Event Co. got these chic chairs from Folklore. The purple velvet rentals set the wedding's sweetheart table apart.

Really, anyone can wear statement velvet. Martha McIntosh and Betsy Hammond created this flower girl's amazing blue cape.

Add an extra splash of color to your cocktail hour or reception area with a lounge featuring vibrant furniture. This one, by Meagan Warren Weddings, included Ooh! Events velvet sofas in a rich shade of blue-green.

This dapper ring bearer wore a red velvet suit from Appaman, which fit right in at the fall wedding.

Ribbons are popular bouquet accent pieces—choose a luxe color and texture to differentiate yours from the pack. This bride, for example, carried a Twiggy Thistle clutch tied with red-orange velvet bows.

Your centerpieces don't need to be the only eye-catching details on your reception tables. Consider a colorful table runner, like this yellow-green one from La Tavola.

Skip paper and try velvet as stationery. That's what Perfect Fête Designs did with this brown seating chart.

These stylish Cheree Berry Paper reception menus were tied with black velvet ribbons.

Your bridesmaids will appreciate wearing this soft fabric. These women donned velvet Ceris Davies dresses in different colors.

For a winter wedding, we love the look of red velvet mixed with white. Here, the combo appeared in the form of a ring pillow.

You can also use velvet on your wedding cake. Each tier of this Minette Rushing confection was trimmed in blue fabric.

It may be what's on the inside that counts, but there's nothing wrong with gorgeous favor wrapping. Soo Events chose these green velvet boxes by Love Me Do. 

Upgrade your stationery with unexpected touches. This couple's Sarah Drake Design and Susan Beard Design invitations included gray velvet envelope liners plus red velvet ribbons.

To incorporate their gold color scheme, this couple chose a velvet The Mrs. Box ring box in the shade to hold their rings.

Swap real foliage with green velvet leaves for a sturdy (and unique) boutonnière, like this groom's Mi Mi Weddings one.

All their attendees' well-wishes had a beautiful home thanks to this couple's green velvet guest book from Velvet Raptor.