purple velvet

Royal soft fabric

Purple velvet is a rich, luxurious fabric in deep violet hues, associated with royalty and opulence.

The phrase often evokes sensory richness—the way something looks or feels: purple velvet curtains, a voice like purple velvet.

Purple Velvet is also a cocktail combining gin, crème de violette, and champagne.

Related

rich · texture · drape · cushion · throw pillow · regal · amethyst · violet · burgundy · opulent · crushed · throne · curtain · gown · evening gown · deep · lush · smooth

Categories
Opposites
texture and material quality

purple velvetsandpaper

Abrasive-coated finishing material

hemp cloth · jute · hessian · sisal · wire mesh

luxury and class connotation

purple velvetsackcloth

Coarse fabric for penance

rags · gunny sack · burlap · homespun · coarse wool

texture/tactile quality

purple velvetsandpaper

Abrasive-coated finishing material

burlap · steel wool · corrugated cardboard · tree bark · gravel

Family

purple, velvet, purples, purpling, purplish, velvets, velveted, velvety

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G