<div class="BaseWrap-sc-gzmcOU BaseText-eqOrNE SplitScreenContentHeaderDek-egWCWq deqABF dEWXHD bEdNjy">From Christmas lunch to New Year's Eve dinner, there is no end-of-year party without a velvet dress, soft and enveloping, perfect for facing every moment with style and grace, between charm and timeless femininity.</div>

<h3 data-start="0" data-end="85" style="text-align: justify;">Velvet dress: the return of the most glamorous classic for the holiday season.</h3>

The velvet dress is back to dominate the winter scene and, like every year, confirms its timeless classic, a must-have for the most special occasions. The motif is simple: no other fabric combines warmth, elegance, and stage presence so effortlessly. Simply putting it on makes you feel instantly more sophisticated, even with the most essential designs. On the Fall/Winter 2025 runways, we saw it in a thousand versions: soft and flowing at <a href="https://www.lofficielitalia.com/cerca?query=Ralph+Lauren" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ralph Lauren</a>, shiny and theatrical at <a href="https://www.lofficielitalia.com/fashion-week/roberto-cavalli-sfilata-autunno-inverno-2025-donna-milano-foto" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Roberto Cavalli</a> , sculptural at <a href="https://www.lofficielitalia.com/fashion-week/giorgio-armani-prive-sfilata-haute-couture-autunno-inverno-2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Armani Priv&eacute;</a> , romantic at Blumarine .

This season, velvet transforms into a true stylistic language that spans eras and silhouettes: from draped long dresses to tailored jumpsuits, from mini dresses with cut-out details to pleated midi skirts. While deep black and red remain the most iconic colours for velvet looks, winter's must-have shades ignite new vibes, from intense burgundy to midnight blue, via amethyst purple. Perfect for end-of-year parties, these shades capture the light and look a magnetic, urban diva-like allure. Luxurious touches like lace, fringe and metallic inserts make each dress unique and contemporary.

<h3>12 Velvet Dresses for Christmas and New Year&#39;s Eve 2025, from the Runway to Your Wardrobe</h3>

Max Mara combines structure and lightness in a look that redefines the power of black. The long velvet skirt blends with the black knit top, accentuated by a leather belt that sculpts the waist. Austere modernity, perfect for those who choose the strength of simplicity on the brightest night of the year.

Velvet becomes sculpture in Ferrari's vision: a one-shoulder burgundy dress with pleats that sculpt the body and a side slit that elegantly reveals the leg. The result is a powerful and sensual silhouette, the epitome of new Italian glamour.

Lanvin celebrates the grace of movement with a sculptural black velvet dress. The cape that envelops the body creates a play of light and shadow, while silver fringes add a touch of deco. A fluid and theatrical silhouette, ideal for a New Year's Eve in timeless elegance.

A contrast of textures and volumes for this look by Alaïa: the soft white faux fur jacket is layered over a deep blue velvet midi skirt with a luminous, even pleat. The low waist and high boots accentuate the flowing silhouette, evoking a modern and sophisticated elegance. A perfect choice for a New Year's Eve of tactile and refined luxury.

Ralph Lauren reinterprets Hollywood femininity in a shiny velvet gown with purple and bronze highlights. The thin shoulder straps and flowing silhouette sculpt the figure, evoking a discreet yet magnetic glamour. A look designed to shine on New Year's Eve with cinematic grace.

Velvet takes on a dark-romantic tone for Blumarine: a black velvet bustier accentuates the waist, while the flowing sleeves and short skirt add a theatrical touch. The look, completed with a velvet and feather choker, conveys the brand's signature decadent sensuality.

Burberry reinterprets the essence of velvet with a sophisticated, British twist. This burnt red velvet shirt dress plays with tactile textures and Victorian details, such as the high collar and gathered cuffs. A warm, flowing, and sensual look, perfect for a metropolitan New Year's Eve.

The Armani Privé tuxedo is a statement of controlled sensuality: opulent black velvet creates a precise, almost architectural silhouette, while the beret and crystal bow tie evoke retro elegance. A modern icon of bold femininity, ideal for a diva-worthy New Year's Eve.

Red velvet takes center stage for Roberto Cavalli: a dress that combines the retro charm of lace with sparkling lurex details. The fusion of textures creates a vibrant and sensual effect, perfect for a New Year's Eve celebration of fire and passion.

Autumn/Winter 2025-2026

Collina Strada transforms velvet into a statement of personality: the long printed velvet dress pairs with oversized sunglasses and voluminous accessories, expressing an eccentric and self-aware femininity. The mix of romantic and cyberpunk makes it perfect for those who want to be bold even on New Year's Eve.

Velvet Dresses for New Year’s Eve 2025: A Timeless Classic

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