ComScore

Brocade Is Back and Here’s How to Wear It

PureWow editors select every item that appears on this page, and some items may be gifted to us. Additionally, PureWow may earn compensation through affiliate links within the story. All prices are accurate upon date of publish. You can learn more about the affiliate process here.

Is there a more opulent fabric than brocade? Hell no. But what exactly is it? Merriam-Webster defines it as a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver. We define it as the must-wear trend that’s popping up everywhere from Gucci to Stella McCartney. Here are four ways to make it work in your wardrobe.

4 Trends That Are Officially Out for Fall 2018 (and What to Wear Instead)


brocade full skirt
Christian Vierig/Getty Images

Full Skirt

Play into the rich detail with a full skirt that fits in just as well with a plain T-shirt as it does a shimmery cami. Holiday season has nothing on you.

Get the look: Eliza J ($168); RedValentino ($195); Sachin and Babi Noir ($208)

brocade pants
Christian Vierig/Getty Images

Pants

The easiest way to zap the Monday blues: wear the pants—these pants specifically. Just think about how much more joy they’ll bring than your plain black trousers.

Get the look: Stella McCartney ($207); Co ($223); Kate Spade ($228)

brocade dress
Karwai Tang/Getty Images

Party Dress

We love sequins, but there’s no denying that brocade is a little more grown-up. Rock a silk mini with your best dancing shoes for all the compliments.

Get the look: City Chic ($150); Laundry by Shelli Segal ($168); Xscape ($198)

brocade mules
Christian Vierig/Getty Images

Mules

Mules are one of the biggest shoe trends of the season and even brocade is getting in on it. When done up in a rich printed fabric, these shoes are the outfit.

Get the look: Halogen ($90); Rochas ($620); Gucci ($940) 



BL Headshot

Writer

Brianna Lapolla formerly held the role of Senior Commerce Editor at PureWow covering all things shopping across beauty, fashion, and lifestyle. Now, she's putting her 12 years of professional experience to use on a freelance basis. When she's not typing away, you can find her somewhere in Europe or at home catering to her dog, King Louis.