• Crystal embellishments scattered evenly across the velvet surface catch light with every step, creating a subtle all-over sparkle without overwhelming the fabric's natural depth.
• Velvet with a dense, short pile that absorbs light rather than reflecting it - the leg appears beautifully deep in tone and the fabric hangs with real weight, giving the flare a clean, steady sweep to the floor.
• Mid waist cut sits neatly at the natural waist, allowing the flared leg to elongate the silhouette from hip to hem.
• The flare opens gradually from the knee, falling wide enough to make a statement but controlled enough to move gracefully rather than billow.
• Cut to sit flat and smooth through the hip and thigh before releasing into the flare - no excess fabric where you don't want it.

A black-tie dinner, a winter wedding, or a festive evening out - these trousers are built for rooms where the lighting is low and the occasion calls for something considered. The velvet's light-absorbing surface means the crystal detail does all the talking, catching candlelight or a photographer's flash in equal measure. On the model, they're paired with the matching velvet peplum top for a coordinated set that reads as a dressed-up two-piece - an effortless approach for formal events where you want to look put-together without the formality of a gown. Equally, they work just as well with a fitted satin or chiffon blouse tucked in, or a structured blazer for a races or graduation setting. Style with strappy heeled sandals, as seen here, to keep the line of the leg long and the overall look refined. A delicate strappy heel or a kitten mule both complement the velvet's richness without competing with the crystal detail.