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The best long sleeve tops to buy now and wear everyday
Because no capsule wardrobe is complete without one

A long sleeve top is one of the most versatile pieces you can buy. Although these styles are essential for layering on chillier days, the best long sleeve tops work all year round – in fact, they're particularly useful when navigating tricky transitional dressing, which is always needed in Britain.
Even though long sleeve tops are adaptable, we still recommend investing in a few iterations for your wardrobe. Slim-fitting styles are ideal for evenings, and boxy versions are best for relaxed, weekend looks, while a striped Breton will always elevate a simple outfit.
But if we had to narrow it down to one, you can never go wrong with a black long sleeved top: appropriate for every occasion, it can be dressed up with pleated skirts and blazers or made casual with jeans and a trench coat.
Fabrics matter, too! Cotton-jersey is standard when it comes to long sleeved tops, but ribbed iterations hold their shape over time and prevent any sagging at the neckline. If you find that you get cold easily and want something warming, go for merino wool – this knit is both breathable and insulating at the same time.
From neutral hues to bold and bright and classic stripes, here's GH's favourite long sleeve tops to buy now and wear forever.
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