Hard to describe, not velvety persay, as is repeated over and over in the presentations, more of a low pile flocking. 

I can tell you that I have only huggable hangers in all my closets.  It is so true, that once you experience them, you will not stop until you have converted every plastic hanger you own and donate them all out the door and out of your closets.

I started purchasing them way back when they were more expensive, like a dollar or more each, now they are so much more reasonablly priced, you can get them for half that price.

I pick up a few now and then just for fun and to try a color, but I would need more closets to have the need to purchase the big value packs.  They are very sturdy, and really are everything they say and more.

I have given several sets away and have gotten the children’s sets for my grandchildren as well.

I highly recommend giving them a try, especially at the sale price and free shipping.  There is a set of 6 on sale if you just wanted to get a sample for about 5 dollars and free shipping.

Hope this helps.