Guide: Long Sleeve Dresses

Every woman wants to dress to impress without actually looking like she tried too hard. It’s all about looking effortlessly chic while staying comfortable and feeling confident. One of the easiest ways to accomplish just that is by slipping into an elegant, long sleeve dress. Whether for a busy workday, an afternoon occasion or an evening event, a long sleeve dress is a quick way to instantly elevate your look.

Burgundy Boat Neck Long Dress

Of course, dresses come in various silhouettes, fabrics, styles and other variations. Not all dresses are for everyone. Like with all clothing, certain styles work best for certain body types and certain cuts can feel more comfortable to wear. Having said this, long sleeve dresses are the ideal choice for many women and for multiple reasons.

Burgundy Long-Sleeve Dress

We know that not all women are comfortable showing off their arms, especially for certain occasions or on busy days. During a hectic workday, the last thing you want to have to worry about is feeling self-conscious about raising your arms or moving around in a sleeveless dress. A long sleeve midi dress will spare you from all the unnecessary stress. On the other hand, during formal events, you want to be able to enjoy the occasion and the company you’re with. You don’t want to feel self-conscious and you shouldn’t have to concern yourself with how your arms will look in photos or if your strapless dress will slip down. A black long sleeve dress is the perfect choice to enjoy the occasion and look timelessly elegant while doing so.


Black Halter Maxi Dress		Green Dusty V-Neck Dress

Long sleeve dresses are the obvious choice for the fall and winter seasons, when the temperature drops and you want to cover up. A long sleeve shift dress or a long sleeve maxi dress paired with chic knee-high boots is not only fashionable, but will keep you feeling warm and cozy too. However, long sleeve dresses are not only meant for the short, fall days and long winter nights.

Green Long Sleeve Dress

Even during the spring season or the warmer summer months, there’s a time and place for long sleeve dresses. The changeable spring weather makes it ideal to wear a long sleeve midi dress that can take you from day to night. Whether the temperatures lean towards cool or cold, you’ll be comfortable from sun up to sun down. On the other hand, we all know that during the summer months, while it may be warm outside, it’s usually frigid indoors. When most places set their air conditioning to maximum, a long sleeve knee-length dress is the smart choice, allowing for air circulation while keeping you adequately covered.

Lavender Long Sleeve V-Neck Dress

Of course you can also wear a long sleeve dress for work. This time, reach for a sheath or shift dress reaching at least to your knees and you've got a perfect, appropriate work outfit.

Blue Sheath Dress with Long Sleeves, Pink Shift Dress

When it comes to styling, long sleeve dresses are a great canvas for accessories. Whatever silhouette the dress may have, whatever length it may be, and whatever shape its neckline is, you can pair it with a plethora of beautiful jewelry and eye-catching accessories. Go for clean and simple with a burgundy long sleeve evening dress and statement earrings. If you’re wearing a knee-length long sleeve dress with a deep v-neckline, fasten a necklace or a fun choker around your neck. Opting for a long sleeve midi dress instead? Why not accentuate the sleeves with a chic cuff around both of your wrists? Whatever your personal style may be, there’s surely a long sleeve dress for you.