If you haven’t noticed then you haven’t been looking, plush velvet is the way to add a regal finish to your style. Get on board this look by slipping into a velvet loafer or crafted slide and you’re well on your way to laid-back opulence.

Rochas Blue Velvet – aristocratic elegance

Cropped black trousers can get a regal finish with a pointed slide that isn’t afraid to show off some jewels.

Stuart Weitzman designed ‘Guamule’ slippers embellished with faux pearls

Walk an indulgent path with these velvet slippers from Dolce & Gabbana. Embroidery marries crystals in a union of opulent extravagance.

Dolce & Gabbana opulent jewel and embroidered slipper

Country Road offers understated elegant loafers created from sumptuous velvet in shades of lush black, regal burgundy and stately silver to wear with your cropped trousers and a regular tee.

Country Road velvet loafers Photograph: GRACIE

Crafted from black kid suede, Mimco sends us lusting after these simply irresistible slides. Whilst not quite velvet, the finish is equally sumptuous and rich. Work them with sophisticated separates day or night. The Dreambird slipper is just that – dreamy!

It’s time to point your toe towards lavish decadence and indulge your inner regal self.