A few years ago ( 2016 to be exact) an influx of velvet bags hit the scene after a few seasons of false starts. By the late 2010s velvet was finally getting its moment in the limelight, appearing on small leather goods, shoes and of course, bags. Velvet works for a few reasons. For starters, the fall and winter months are all about rich colors and textures, and velvet fits the bill.
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