The holiday season is just around the corner, which means it's time for twinkling lights, loads of glitter, and rich jewel-tone colors. With all the shimmer in the air, we’re getting the urge to dress accordingly…and what says holiday spirit more than velvet? Available in legging, slim ankle, and straight-leg silhouettes, the velvet bottoms of the season have made their debut on our new Top 10 list. Our algorithm has pulled the most comfortable, yet flattering options, all currently being obsessed over by reviewers and editors alike. Beloved skinny jeans, we need to take a break—it's time for a wardrobe mix up with a velvet pant rotation. Scroll down find the best velvet pants to wear this holiday season! Opening image: boden.com
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LOVED FOR: SPANX leggings are designed to compress your legs and make you look slimmer.
STYLE WITH: Black booties, a white button-down tunic, and sparkling statement earrings will give you a classic yet festive look.
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USERS SAID: "AG The Farrah High Waist Velvet Jeans are the hit of the holiday season. The color and fit is exceptional and flattering."
HELPFUL TIP: Velvet doesn't have as much stretch as other fabrics, so order one size up if you're between sizes.
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LOVED FOR: A flattering fit and super comfortable fabric
HELPFUL TIP: These pants are available in three different fits, in sizes 0-20.
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USERS SAID: "I immediately fell in love with the softness of texture! It fit like a glove. My bottom looks fine and it's stylish enough to wear as business casual at the office. I'd love to order every color available."
STYLE WITH: Flats and a baggy sweater for the daytime, and heels and a silky tank for nighttime
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LOVED FOR: A super comfortable, super inexpensive way to wear velvet
FUN FACT: This style is available on Prime Wardrobe, which means you get to try them before you buy!
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LOVED FOR: Five elegant jewel tones in high-waisted, skinny silhouette
HELPFUL TIP: Some people say these pants run large, so consider sizing down.
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LOVED FOR: From the rich tones to the gold button detailing, these pants are all about the details.
FUN FACT: These pants are also available in an adorable floral print!
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USERS SAID: "Perfect, I love, love, love these leggings, I love these leggings! They fit perfectly and are warm and nice and comfortable, mmmhhh soothing to the touch. I purchased a second pair because I know I’m going to “live” in them."
HELPFUL TIP: This style is also available in plus sizes.
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BEST FOR: At only $40, these leggings give you all the luxury of velvet at an attainable price point.
STYLE WITH: Take a more casual route with a pair of high-tops and a chambray shirt.
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STYLE WITH: Leopard print heels, obviously
LOVED FOR: A sleek, modern silhouette that pairs perfectly with the fabric
