Fact: The Chicest Summer Outfits Have Long Sleeves—7 Elegant Looks I’m Copying

The summer season usually comes with one unwritten rule—the less fabric, the better. From sleeveless tank tops to strappy mini dresses, it was previously the season in which I welcomed breezy, minimal silhouettes with open arms. However, over the past two years or so, I’ve noticed a shift in both my own and others’ summer styling habits. More and more of my favourite fashion influencers are embracing longer sleeves throughout the warmer months, and it’s proven to be seriously chic.

They’re not just practical (you’ll be grateful for longer sleeves under the office air conditioning), but also bring a sophisticated and ‘grown-up’ look to a summer outfit that a shorter sleeve cannot always offer. Regardless of whether you prefer a dramatic puff-sleeved blouse or a timeless Oxford shirt, there’s something about long sleeves in the warm weather that feels incredibly refined and intentional.