We get it, guys. You’re smooth. And it’s high time your style reflects it. So indulge your closet this season, in the latest, softest menswear fad: velvet. Look no further than smoking jackets or even full suit velvets by the likes of Etro, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana and Moschino.

Yes, the look is a bit unexpected in menswear. But, especially as we approach the holidays, men will find velvet in deep, rich, dark colors to be the ultimate warm, inviting winter fabric, and a very welcome break from wools and cashmeres.

Velvet in deep maroon or black gives off a Hugh Hefner vibe, while a fresh take on the plaid velvet suit can appear more subtle than another fabric with the same print. Wear double breasted suit jackets in velvet with jeans for a cool weekend look, or head to toe for sophisticated evening attire. The typical holiday tuxedo gets renovated this season, for a look that is entirely new and incredibly debonair in velvet.

Even outerwear takes a tip from luxurious velvet this fall, namely velvet overcoats. Whether a simple velvet collar or even a long, full velvet, quilted look, outerwear is a great way to get in on the trend without feeling as if you are completely committed to it.

Though dark colors rule the velveteen scene, there are also unexpected bursts of green, plum and bright orange velvets, in a season where loungewear is out on the town.