What it does
A riser lifts a single pendant off the tray so it is read on its own. It is the simplest display piece and the one that does most work in a crowded case — it creates a level, and levels are what stop a case looking flat.
Velvet on a pendant riser, specifically
A riser is a plain block and velvet on it is the easiest wrap there is. The one thing to watch is the top face: pile running toward the customer reads darker than pile running away, and a set of risers wants all tops the same way.
Getting the proportion right
Risers work in sets of two or three heights. One riser on its own is a stand; three at different heights is a composition.
How velvet is applied to a display form
Velvet is glued over the form and the pile has to run the same way on every face, or one side of the same block reads darker than the other. On a curved form it is cut in panels rather than stretched, because pile flattens where it is pulled.
Where it is used
Counter cases where several pieces compete for attention.
Velvet under case lighting
Pile absorbs light instead of bouncing it, so a velvet display sinks into the background and the piece on it becomes the brightest thing in the case. It also means the display itself photographs dark, which suits a shop and not a catalogue shot.
The mistake to avoid
Too many heights in one case reads as clutter rather than as depth. Three is usually the limit in a single sightline.
Why velvet
Velvet-covered display reads as traditional and formal. The pile absorbs light rather than reflecting it, so the piece on top is the brightest thing in the case.
The pile shows handling and dust. Velvet display belongs behind glass, brushed regularly; on an open counter it ages faster than suede.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Height and footprint | Risers work in sets of two or three heights. |
| Velvet colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Velvet on this form | A riser is a plain block and velvet on it is the easiest wrap there is. |
Frequently asked questions
Can pendant risers be made in our brand colour?
Yes — the velvet is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What sizes do pendant risers come in?
They are made to your dimensions. Risers work in sets of two or three heights. One riser on its own is a stand; three at different heights is a composition.
Is velvet a good choice for a pendant riser?
A riser is a plain block and velvet on it is the easiest wrap there is. The one thing to watch is the top face: pile running toward the customer reads darker than pile running away, and a set of risers wants all tops the same way.
What goes wrong most often with pendant risers?
Too many heights in one case reads as clutter rather than as depth. Three is usually the limit in a single sightline.
Can pendant risers be made to match our boxes?
Yes — the same velvet and the same colour across boxes and display, ordered in one run.
Specify your pendant risers
Tell us your case or window height, what the pendant risers have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.