https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-can-you-offer-a-comparison-of-the-velvet-leggings-on-offer-at-nordstrom Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:04:53 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-can-you-offer-a-comparison-of-the-velvet-leggings-on-offer-at-nordstrom#post-1753449 Wed, 23 Nov 2016 22:09:48 +0000 April 1753449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For anyone thinking about getting a pair of black velvet leggings this year, here is my two cents on the Lysse velvet leggings, which I'm wearing right now.</p> <p>First, they are in the dreaded "no longer available" category at Nordstrom, but are available at Zappos&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.zappos.com/lysse-mara-velvet-leggings-black">http://www.zappos.com/lysse-ma.....ings-black</a> &nbsp;. &nbsp;Nordstrom sizing started at S, (not XS) and my guess would be that is because they run a little small. &nbsp;I normally would take an XS and right now am at a much lower weight than usual and the XS is still pretty snug on me. &nbsp;I would say size up one size unless you're after a super tight fit.</p> <p>The fabric has a sheen to it, almost twinkly in sunlight, the way synthetics are. &nbsp;If you're after the deep dull black of a heavy cotton or silk velvet, you may not enjoy this.</p> <p>The snugness of the wide Lysse waistband has a girdling effect that you may find useful under sweaters and tunics.</p> <p>Overall, I am pleased with these and would purchase again. &nbsp;They did not drive me crazy by picking up every thread and bit of lint. &nbsp;I lint-rolled once during the day, which I would have done with any pair of black bottoms. &nbsp;(I don't have pets at the moment -- if you do, might want to consider that in your decision-making.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-can-you-offer-a-comparison-of-the-velvet-leggings-on-offer-at-nordstrom#post-1753444 Wed, 23 Nov 2016 21:53:59 +0000 April 1753444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I will certainly check those out, Una -- thank you! &nbsp;It would be good to have duplicates to leave in the city, where my wardrobe remains quite tiny and inadequate. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-can-you-offer-a-comparison-of-the-velvet-leggings-on-offer-at-nordstrom#post-1752704 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:48:15 +0000 catgirl 1752704@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just found an awesome pair of velvet leggings at Target for $12.&nbsp; They are soft and silky with a bit of sheen.&nbsp; And they have a smoothness that does not pick up lint or pet hair!&nbsp; I can wear them as leggings or tights.&nbsp; The waist is not too low or too high, and they are not too long for us shorties.</p> <p><a href="http://www.target.com/p/women-s-fashion-legging-mossimo-supply-co-juniors/-/A-51347233?lnk=rec|dlp|search_viewed|dlp|51347233|4" rel="nofollow"><a href="http://www.target.com/p/women-s-fashion-legging-mossimo-supply-co-juniors/-/A-51347233?lnk=rec" rel="nofollow">http://www.target.com/p/women-.....33?lnk=rec</a>|dlp|s</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-can-you-offer-a-comparison-of-the-velvet-leggings-on-offer-at-nordstrom#post-1752303 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 18:55:25 +0000 April 1752303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreed to a certain extent on the lint -- but you know how a cheaper, rougher cotton velvet will pick up everything, while a softer velvet will be&nbsp;<i>slightly&nbsp;</i>less lint-attractive?</p> <p>Lysse first it is. &nbsp;The reviews are certainly positive! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-can-you-offer-a-comparison-of-the-velvet-leggings-on-offer-at-nordstrom#post-1752238 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 16:08:34 +0000 Angie 1752238@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm afraid that the lint thing is inevitable, April. It's the nature of the beast.</p> <p>I'd give the Lysse a bash first. They have the best track record.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-can-you-offer-a-comparison-of-the-velvet-leggings-on-offer-at-nordstrom#post-1752204 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 14:12:03 +0000 April 1752204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the idea of a pair of cozy black velvet leggings to wear under big sweaters this winter, bur I'm fussy about velvet. &nbsp;I want it to look luxurious, not to pick up every bit of lint (if possible), and to fit without falling off (my weight is low at present).</p> <p>Here's what I see on the Nordstrom site:&nbsp;<br />Sanctuary; Eileen Fisher; Lysse; Topshop (crushed velvet, that might rule it out); and James Jeans.</p> <p>Angie (or anyone else), have you seen any of these in person and can you comment or recommend? </p>