velvet
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Velvet is a soft, luxurious fabric created with a dense pile of short fibers that stand upright on its surface, giving it a smooth, plush texture. It has been valued throughout history for its rich appearance and tactile qualities, making it a popular choice for high-end clothing, furniture, and decorative items.
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thumb|Weave details visible on a purple-colored velvet fabric
Velvet is a type of woven fabric with a dense, even pile that gives it a distinctive soft feel. Historically, velvet was typically made from silk. Modern velvet can be made from silk, linen, cotton, wool, synthetic fibers, silk-cotton blends, or synthetic-natural fiber blends.