Statement Sleeves
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Bubble Sleeves
This princess-worthy silhouette gives the illusion of a smaller waist. Celebrate your femininity — wear with miniskirts and tights. High-rise denim also works.
Images: Dsquared2 Spring 2017, Simone Rocha Spring 2017, Kenzo Spring 2017; Imaxtree
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Zara
Puff Sleeve T-Shirt, $39.90 at Zara
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J.W.Anderson
Puffed Sleeve Cloud Jumper, $968 at Dante 5
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Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons
Oversized Puff Sleeve Top, $344.31 at Farfetch
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Accented Tees
Combine the simple with the unexpected. Fluff, bow and ruffle up your typical toppers. We could all use a little dose of whimsy, your everyday uniform included.
Images: Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2017, Chloe Spring 2017, Prada Spring 2017; Imaxtree
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J.Crew
Ruffle-Sleeve Top, $59.50 at J.Crew
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Farrow
Castel Blouse, $57.99 at Need Supply Co.
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Clu
Faux Fur and Silk Organza-Trimmed Cotton and Modal-Blend Top, $220 at Net-a-Porter
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Balloon Sleeves
Floaty and ethereal, balloon sleeves can be as cinched and Victorian (Fendi) or lengthy and modern (Jil Sander) as you like. That said, stick to a neutral palette and tonal ensembles when styling.
Images: Fendi Spring 2017, Anna Sui Spring 2017, Jil Sander Spring 2017; Imaxtree
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Ellery
Regency High-Neck Fil Coupé Shirt, $1,211 at Matches Fashion
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Burberry
Brushed-Back Jersey Sweatshirt With Bell Sleeves, $295 at Burberry
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COS
A-Line Top With Tied Cuffs, $89 at COS
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Bell Sleeves
Flare — both on sleeves and stems — is the silhouette du jour. The trend allows wide room for interpretation, hence its popularity. Wear yours with everything from denim to tailored skirts.
Images: Chanel Spring 2017, Marques ' Almeida Spring 2017, Sonia Rykiel Spring 2017; Imaxtree
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Stelen
Cleo Top, $68 at Need Supply Co.
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Pixie Market
Striped Ruffled Sleeve Cuff Shirt, $62 at Pixie Market
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Fenty x Puma By Rihanna
Cropped Top With Extreme Long Sleeves, $196 at ASOS
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ASOS
Denim Top With Flared Sleeve, $46 at ASOS
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Opening Ceremony
Smocked Bell-Sleeve Top, $325 at Opening Ceremony
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Pixie Market
Bella Tie Bell Sleeve Top, $102 at Pixie Market
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Cutout Sleeves
Negative space yields positive results, whether you're decorating or dressing. Style cutout sleeves with everything from knee-length shorts to voluminous skirts.
Images: Alexander Wang Spring 2017, Delpozo Spring 2017, ADEAM Spring 2017; Imaxtree
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Helmut Lang
Black Baby Rib Slash T-Shirt, $160 at SSENSE
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Dion Lee
Sleeve Release Sweater, $545 at FWRD
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LPA
Top 9, $178 at LPA
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Detached Sleeves
Months ago in Miami, Kim Kardashian spoke to the sex appeal of the detached sleeve (in Givenchy, natch). Wear with pedal pushers a la Kim or cutoff denim for a more understated look.
Images: Roberto Cavalli Spring 2017, Ann Demeulemeester Spring 2017, Emilio de la Morena Spring 2017; Imaxtree
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J. Mendel
Ruffle Shoulder Blouse, $895 at Shopbop
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Isa Arfen
Knot-Front Ruffled Cotton and Silk-Blend Top, $617 at Matches Fashion
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Forever 21
Contemporary Flounce Tie Shirt, $17.90 at Forever 21
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Slit Sleeves
An easy way to make elongated sleeves wearable is by slitting them at their seams. Damsel vibes without the helplessness of limited hand function? That's a win-win. Up the tomboy factor — wear with wide-leg, tailored bottoms.
Images: Lacoste Spring 2017, David Koma Spring 2017, Hellessy Spring 2017; Imaxtree
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Mango
Poplin Blouse, $34.99 at Mango
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Tibi
Mock Rib V-Neck Sweater, $445 at Tibi
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Jacquemus
Cutout Ribbed Wool Turtleneck Sweater, $445 at Net-a-Porter
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Stacked Ruffles
While ruffles walked the runways in infinite iterations, one easy way to wear them is on your sleeves and with a Latin flair. Contrary to Jacquemus, we do advise pairing tiered tops with tailored pants or midis.
Images: Loewe Spring 2017, Jacquemus Spring 2017, Gucci Spring 2017; Imaxtree
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Zara
Lace Tunic With Frills, $69.90 at Zara
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Co
Tiered-Sleeve Knit Sweater, $730 at Neiman Marcus
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C/Meo Collective
Spelt Out Long Sleeve Top, $128 at Shopbop
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Topshop
Lace Frill Long Sleeve Blouse, $80 at Topshop
