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Kimono Dress By Chaundry

Kimono – Derivative of Japanese culture, this wide and loose sleeve can range from elbow length to long and draping.  Works on full figures, however be careful not to get swallowed in this style sleeve.  Opt for the shorter versions of the kimono sleeve top such.  This style sleeve also looks great on slimmer figures as well as with pear shaped figures.  Add a belt to a kimono sleeve dress to create balance. 

Flutter Sleeve Top by Torrid

Flutter – Sleeve with soft ruffles that add a delicate femininity.  Great style for a range of body types and if you want a bit more coverage than a sleeveless or cap sleeve top.  More stylish option than a basic short or cap sleeve.

Puff Sleeve Dress by Betsey Johnson

Puff sleeve – A full sleeve of varying lengths, created by generous gathering around the armhole.  The length of the puff sleeve can range from short to long sleeve. Puff sleeves can be flattering on all shapes, depending on the length of the sleeve.  Shorter sleeve puff sleeves attract more attention to the upper arm, while longer sleeve puff sleeves add a touch of volume to an otherwise ordinary long sleeve.

Dolman Sleeve Top by Silence & Noise

Dolman (aka Batwing) – a very wide sleeve at the armhole and tapers tight at the wrist (similar to the wings of a bat, hence the name batwing).  This sleeve type works great to mask heavy upper arms, while adding a stylish touch.  This style also can add balance to a pear shape. 

Balloon Sleeve Tunic by Newport News

Balloon – Full sleeve with a band at its bottom – usually a ¾ length sleeve.  Works well with several shapes including full figure, hourglass, pear shapes, and apple shapes. Adds a minimal amount of volume while covering arms stylishly. 

Lantern Sleeve Dress by Cache

Lantern – Full, gathered sleeve attached to a drop-shouldered garment; it can be either a long or short sleeve look can compliment most shapes including full figure, slender, hourglass, apple, and pear shapes. 

Bell Sleeve Dress by Miss Sixty

Bell – full sleeve that is gathered at the shoulder and open at the cuff.  This type of sleeve is flattering on all shapes by skimming the upper arm without clinging to it or adding too much volume.