When it comes to what to wear in the heat, we often gravitate towards short-sleeved, breezier styles. But if you prefer a little more coverage at the tops of your arms, Charlotte Hawkins’ latest summer dress is one to add to your shopping list.
Sharing a snap from Good Morning Britain, the presenter showed off the fruit-stamped Remi dress by Never Fully Dressed. The bold summer style offers instant cheer, but it’s the butterfly sleeves that grabbed our attention.
A trending silhouette this summer, it features a ruffled cap sleeve that adds a feminine flounce. This style gives good shoulder and upper arm coverage, alongside contemporary styling, making it practical and elegant.
Never Fully Dressed
Fruit Stamps Remi Dress
It’s not just the ruffled sleeves that make this dress striking. Its all-over fruit-inspired print is so playful, while the fit-and-flare shape gives it a flattering fit. Even better, it’s made from a blend of linen and cotton for a breathable finish.
Phase Eight
Sandra Frill Sleeve Palm Midi Dress
As well as boasting ruffle sleeves that add coverage to the shoulders and upper arms, this dress features a striking, summer-ready palm tree print, making it ideal for holidays. The green and pink colourway is so chic; it’s no wonder it’s a colour combination loved by stylists.
Boden
Mega Ruffle Linen Dress
If you love the ruffle sleeves of Charlotte’s dress but prefer something a little more understated, this Boden dress might be just what you’re looking for. Its A-line shape and burnt orange hue make it versatile, while the ruffle sleeves add an elegant touch.
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Flutter Sleeve Square Neck Dress
The flutter sleeves on this dress add great upper arm coverage. The dress itself is available in this statement print or in a blush pink or white iteration. A comfy, 100% cotton dress, the breathability alone makes it a perfect pick for those high summer wardrobes.
Nobody’s Child
Blue Floral Layla Midi Dress
With an otherwise simple, figure-hugging shape, it’s the sleeves that really make this dress. The layered ruffles cascade over the shoulder for an ultra-flattering and feminine look that frames the V-neckline beautifully.
Blue Vanilla
Rust Circle Print Flutter Sleeve Midi Dress
This midi dress offers a more casual take on Charlotte’s flutter-sleeve style and can be dressed up or down. The V-neckline and empire line cut help to frame the bust, which is emphasised by the statement ruffled sleeves, offering statement style and practicality.
Never Fully Dressed has some seriously striking designs, and this size-inclusive retailer is true to form with this fruity printed design. One of the best British clothing brands if you like colour and quirk, crafted in cotton and linen, you have a high-quality, breathable design too.
Flutter sleeves have been a trending silhouette this summer precisely because they are flattering but add a feminine finish too. Similar to a cap sleeve but with more oomph, the ruffled shape adds a pretty finish to this practical design.
While Charlotte styled her dress with a pair of statement pumps, you could easily opt for a flat ballet pump or comfortable sandals with this summery design. This dress would work well for garden parties, holidays, or as a date night outfit idea for warm weather.
