Velour

/vəˈlʊr/ noun

Definition

A plush, knitted fabric with a soft, velvety surface created by cutting loops to form a dense pile. It's stretchy and comfortable, commonly used in casual wear and loungewear.

Etymology

From French 'velours,' derived from Old French 'velu' meaning 'hairy' or 'shaggy,' ultimately from Latin 'villosus.' The term entered English in the 18th century to describe this velvet-like knitted fabric.

Kelly Says

Velour became the epitome of 1970s and early 2000s casual luxury, most famously in the form of Juicy Couture tracksuits that made loungewear fashionable for public wear. Unlike woven velvet, velour is knitted, which gives it stretch and makes it perfect for comfortable, form-fitting garments that still look polished.

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