Arm Candy
The Bracelet Sleeve
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A three-quarter-length sleeve? Seriously, say less. Something about the silhouette feels so fresh and new right now.
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A blazer with bracelet sleeves? I’ve been on the lookout for months, ever since I saw Hailey Bieber wearing a vintage taupe three-quarter-sleeve blazer. The perfect specimen remains elusive as of now, but I have faith. In the meantime, I’m loving all things wrist-baring.
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Chloé’s glossy-leather cropped jacket in deep purple—I’m in love. Thank god it’s nearly $5,000, or it would be coming home with me. And with the cropped, lace-trimmed silk blouse sleeves peeking out from under the jacket sleeves? To die for. Pair them with Khaite’s newest denim silhouette and Tory Burch’s caramel-colored peep-toes, which are, believe it or not, actually comfortable.
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An easier hit to your pocketbook? The bracelet-sleeve tee shirt. The beloved current fave is Cou Cou Intimates’ Rina tee. With many colorful options to choose from, you’re bound to find a flavor you’ll love. Mine? Black, of course. But I may need her in white, too. And the light blue one? Sadly out of stock… The fashion gods can be cruel gatekeepers.
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In lieu of blue, St. Agni’s Ballerina Top in Liqueur fits the bill nicely, too—and, even better, it’s on sale! Pair it with their Fine Lace Skirt in Bark. A monochromatic outfit is the ideal backdrop to flex your bracelet or watch stack.
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Tea You’s Leia V-Neck in Pebble Green is another great alternative, and still available in quite a few sizes, though they go fast. The appeal is the proportion: just enough sleeve, just enough skin. I love the slightly cropped silhouette with drawstring Bermuda shorts à la Jacquemus. Add a kitten-heeled thong, and you’re ready to roll.
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The best thing about a three-quarter sleeve? Arm candy, of course. Bracelet sleeves are the perfect excuse to flex your cuff game. A bold cuff or watch makes your exposed wrist the point.
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And for those among us who don’t want to bare our legs or our midriffs anymore, an exposed wrist is the perfect wink of skin.‍