Tipping the Velvet

In Victorian England the slang saying "tipping the velvet" had hidden sexual meaning and was rather naughty! However, whilst some do find velvet very sexy, I love its rich and opulent quality.
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Crystal Beaded Dress, 1920s, Augusta Auctions, November 13, 2013 - NYC
New Kewl May Stylespiray(tion) - UUS TUUS / NEW KEWL
Ganni Holiday Pink Velvet Jumpsuit.
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Maison Martin Margiela Velvet Tote Large
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$1,600.00 - 1920’s Art Deco Velvet & Rhinestone Cloche. Original beaded cloches & headdresses are nearly impossible to find today. This is an extremely rare and substantial piece that came from a single collector as part of a time capsule collection that spanned some 40 years. Black silk velvet embellished w/ neatly arranged tiny brass flatwork & prong set glittering rhinestones. Flattering flocked stone netting and elaborate beaded fringe tassels give this headpiece star quality (hva)