What a nightmare it is to see all your favorite stores and designers roll out completely new collections. Only because as a result, all of your new clothes don’t look so new. So is this when you shop for pieces that will only be in style for a month or two again? No! Let’s talk about sleeves and thank their timeless element that will keep you and your bank account happy.
Statement sleeves had a significant presence in the runways of New York, Paris, London, and Milan. Thankfully, it seems that this romantic, free-spirited trend is here to stay once again. These dramatic shapes and fun patterns made sleeves the focal point of your outfit. Due to the weather warming up, we say goodbye. All good things must come to an end—or maybe not. Not every day is a minidress and sandals kind of day. From cooler days to indoor events fueled by A/C, it’s good to have coverage even though your weather app suggests otherwise.
Sleeves are very much in, and I’m not talking about characterless sleeves. Rather, the kind that make you feel what it means to be liberated, want to dance, and be comfortable. It would be foolish not to take advantage of the fun creativity in the texture, patterns, and colors that create an extravagant yet elegant element to your wardrobe. Think bishop, belled, short belled, circular flounce, ruffled—anything goes.
Without the need to sacrifice comfort, you’ve opened the door to style. A fun top with sleeves outside of the ordinary is a S/S 17 staple item. Forget thinking this is a fad or that as seasons change it deserves to neglected. I can confidently say this is worth the investment.
If it’s the heat that’s keeping you from experimenting with sleeves as temperatures rise, your décolletage has found its time to shine. Off-the-shoulder tops can shine and, alas, escape your closet as they are the perfect way to transition statement sleeves into higher temperatures. This trend dates to the regency and Victorian eras, but it seems like it’s not so much about the history it provides, but the balance in coverage. The sleeves provide comfortable coverage from the sun leaving room to feel that cool breeze. Having your shoulders set free from your top will keep you from feeling as if you are wearing a sweater on a hot summer day. A top with fun sleeves is a staple piece. It’s waiting to be mixed and matched in many different ways, from skinny jeans, miniskirts, shorts, or even a ruffled skirt if you’re feeling daring.
How do you wear this sleeve-centered trend? Show us on social media! Don’t forget to tag @Cfashionista.
