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Whether for work, sophisticated occasions, or relaxed moments, dresses with sleeves are among the chicest. Coming in just about every silhouette you can imagine, sleeved minis, midis, and maxis abound this season for all tastes, whether you’re the type to crave flowy, non-clingy shapes in the heat, a figure-skimming style, or modern updates to timeless designs. For trendsetters, look to fringe and crocheted accents for a right-now take on wanderlust or Y2K details like ruching and confident cutouts. Romantic pleating makes for a demure take on femininity, while pretty puff sleeves always read sweet. More of a statement maker? Go bold with a voluminous silhouette, vibrant color, or eye-catching print from splashy florals to psychedelic swirls. Of course, you can’t go wrong with classic sleeved shapes, like a shirtdress or a little white number exuding summertime freshness.
Ahead, scroll on to discover 42 of the best dresses with sleeves to shop now.
LWDS
Whether it’s a crisp cotton-poplin shirtdress or a more frilled design, the little white dress is a warm-weather hero, particularly with sleeves when seeking sophistication.
Volume and Texture
Embrace volume and playful details for a touch of vibrancy, including some of the season’s most joyful accents like playful fringe, smocking, and ruffles.
Shirtdress
The shirtdress never fails for sophistication. To maximize breeziness on the hottest days, seek out designs with silhouettes that pull away from the body or a shorter sleeve.
Printed
From psychedelic swirls to large-scale florals to classic polka dots and stripes, the printed dresses with sleeves have a place in everyone’s wardrobe for work, weekends, weddings, and beyond.
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Linen
The linen dress is quintessential in the heat, with sleeved versions ranging from polished to relaxed for professional and off-duty moments (like a vacation).
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Long Sleeves
Long sleeve dresses are anything but drab when doused in a bold color or detailed with modern elements like voluminous sleeves and Y2K-style rushing.
Pleated Details
With a vintage allure, accordion and pin-tucked dresses are among the season’s most charming and feminine, whether you opt for one detailed at the waist and neckline or entirely pleated.
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