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August 29, 2012

Looming Ahead: 25 Ways to Wear Tapestry and Brocade

By rebecca ramsey

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Historically, brocades and damasks were solely worn by the wealthy or the royal. Much later, the lush fabrics — along with their cousins, textured tapestries — were relegated to your grandmother’s living room sofa. But fashion being fashion, what is old is chic again, and the woven fabrics have been popping up everywhere lately, at every price. And it’s not just about gilded swirling paisleys anymore. Geometric brocades (Kenzo’s snazzy boot), metallic flourescent-florals (J.Crew, naturally), and tailored shapes (hello, Mango!) modernize the material. Click ahead to see 25 ways to weave some richness into your wardrobe.

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Proenza Schouler Brocade Miniskirt $760 at La Garconne
ASOS Jacquard Top $51.09 at ASOS
Tabitha Simmons Jacquard Sandal $898 at Farfetch
Mossimo Supply Co. Tapestry Clutch $16.99 at Target
Markus Lupfer Jersey and Brocade Dress $400 at Net-A-Porter
TopShop Petite Gold Jacquard Trousers $90 at Topshop
Carven Jacquard Skirt $479 at Farfetch
Kenzo Lurex Boots $680 at Opening Ceremony
Mango Brocade Blazer $119.99 at Mango
Kotur Baroque Floral Brocade Clutch $395 at Neiman Marcus
Stella McCartney Silk Brocade Dress $1228 at Farfetch
Zara Brocade Trousers $79.90 at Zara
Rocket Dog Brocade Opera Flat $49.95 at Rocket Dog
Marni Embellished Brocade Top $780 at Net-A-Porter
Zazzle Brocade Wallpaper iPad Case $49.95 at Zazzle
J.Crew Collection No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Floral Brocade $168 at J. Crew
Oscar de la Renta Brocade Ankle Boots $995 at Net-A-Porter
BB Dakota Brocade Dress $99.99 at Modcloth
Rachel Comey Medallion Maritime Blazer $795 at Opening Ceremony
RED Valentino Brocade Shorts $320 at Net-A-Porter
Dolce & Gabbana Jacquard Mini Shoulder Bag $811 at mytheresa
Semi Couture Brocade Sleeveless Top $252 at Farfetch
ASOS Alexis Brocade Chelsea Ankle Boots $85.15 at ASOS
Elizabeth and James Winston Metallic Brocade Pants $395 at Net-A-Porter
Etsy Vintage Tapestry Bag $18.50 at Etsy
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