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The best long sleeve dresses for warmer temps this summer
The most stylish choices on the high street.
You heard it here first: dress season is officially upon us. With spring here, and summer not too far away, it's time to swap out knitwear for pretty frocks. But, with British weather, long sleeves don't go unappreciated. Easy to wear, easy to style and even easier to throw on in the mornings, long sleeve dresses will soon become your go-to this season and the next.
And luckily, many of the top high street fashion shops have already started dropping their latest editions online and in-store. If you're no stranger to fashion you'll know when it comes to long sleeve dresses, the hardest part is picking just one. From denim styles to shirt dresses and wrap options to zipped numbers, finding the best frock that covers your arms is no mean feat.
Endlessly versatile, a long-sleeved midi, maxi or even mini is super flattering and can be dressed up or down with a quick change of shoes and accessories, whether you are heading to work, dressing up for an outdoor meet-up or keeping things relaxed at the weekend.
You might think warmer temperatures mean all short dresses, but it doesn’t have to be the case. There’s a range of mini, midi and maxi numbers to choose from. And you could always layer tights underneath when the weather does take a turn. To help you hunt down the best options for you, we’ve digitally trawled through the shops to find a wide variety of offerings that are ideal for just about every occasion.
A long-sleeved dress can also work well for all weathers - particularly during the transitional months. Simply team yours with boots when we've got springtime showers, heels for a night out, and flats on a sunny day.
Here are the best long sleeve dress options from all your favourite brands.
For days when it's warm but the office likes to blast the air con, this long sleeve belted midi dress will come in handy. Embodying spring through its bright colour and floral design, this dress will still keep your arms nice and warm.
Pink and zebra print your thing? Liven up your long sleeve dress offering with a tea dress from Omenes that packs a punch – and in more ways than one. Coming with a split up the front and ruffle shoulder detailing, this beauty is also made from sustainable fabrics.
We're obsessed with shirt dresses. They're easy to wear, versatile, and keep you cool during the hot weather. This midi shirt dress from Hush offers just enough skin exposure for breeziness, whilst keeping you covered.
Everybody needs a denim dress in their wardrobe, and this long sleeved denim dress from Next will see you through the colder months paired with tights and boots, and now in the warmer months with some flip flops or trainers.
Embroidered trims, blouson sleeves and a tiered skirt, this beautiful blue tiered dress is a perfect addition to any summer wardrobe, and would look gorgeous paired with lots of layering gold jewellery.
Easy to throw on, this oversized midi dress is perfect for running weekend errands, and lazing around in the garden.
Vintage inspired, this gorgeous Me + Em dress is everything about delicate, feminine dresses that we love. The rose print works beautifully with the fabric to give it a real old-time feel.
A lacy white dress is an essential in any spring to summer wardrobe. Dress this dainty dress up with some court heels and a contrasting clutch bag for a perfect date night outfit.
With a fitted waist, curved neckline detail, and smocking at the back of the bodice, this Reformation dress has adorable prairie vibes to it, and would look right at home worn to a springtime picnic.
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