Dressing to combat the summer heat is already a big task — but then add in hiding arm jiggle? No, thanks! When the temps hit 90, none of Us want to have to worry about body insecurities. We just want to feel confident, cool and effortlessly put-together — and that’s where the right dress comes in.
Below, we rounded up 17 of the best summer dresses that offer flowy, flattering arm coverage. Think: breezy fabrics, flattering silhouettes and cleverly-cut sleeves that put your style on display — and your arms away. Whether you’re headed to an outdoor wedding or a beach getaway, these effortless picks are light, flirty and flattering.
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Comfy, Errand-Running Picks
1. Our Favorite: Whether you’re headed to Target or you’re chilling on the porch, this loose maxi dress provides comfort, a cool fabric and arm coverage.
2. Body-Flattering: Checking all of the boxes, this slimming wrap dress highlights all of the features you want — and disguises everything you don’t.
3. Sweet Sundress: Stun in sun with this floral wrap dress that’s made with flowy, ruffle sleeves.
4. Has Pockets: A top-selling style on Amazon, this boho mini dress combines function and fashion — it has pockets!
5. Loose and Slimming: Prefer something with fuller coverage? You’re going to want this long sleeve midi dress that’s still lightweight enough to comfortably survive warm days.
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6. Our Favorite: Whether you’re headed to mimosa hour or a summer wedding, this waist-slimming maxi combines effortless style, with a flattering fit.
7. Fabulous Flutter Sleeve: This boho maxi dress adds a feminine touch flowy flutter sleeves float over the upper arm without clinging.
8. Gorgeous Gingham: Made with puff sleeves, this gingham midi dress channels cute summer vibes while subtly concealing the arms.
9. Zimmermann-Looking: This Zimmermann-style dress will be raking in so many compliments, you’ll hardly remember it’s working hard for your arms as well.
10. Effortless and Embroidered: Seamlessly go brunch to a birthday shower in this embroidered midi dress that has flutter sleeves for an arm-slimming illusion.
Vacation Mode: On
11. Our Favorite: Slay vacation style with this colorful maxi dress that’ll have you actually wanting to take photos in it.
12. Boho Babe: Look cute and carefree in this boho-style maxi dress that softly covers the arms.
13. Tropical-Inspired: Vacations are all about relaxation, which is why you’ll want this comfy maxi dress that’s made with a soft, tropical-themed print.
14. Must-Have Maxi: Perfect for dinner at sunset, this elevated maxi dress pairs chic vacation flair with comfortably sleeve styling.
Office-Friendly Finds
15. Our Favorite: Make dressing for the office a breeze with this belted midi dress that’s basically a T-shirt and midi skirt built into one.
16. Subtly Concealing: No one will know that you’re secretly concealing the arms with this chic shift dress that’s made with three-fourths sleeves.
17. All-Day Comfort: Make long days in the office just that much easier with this floral wrap dress, which is made of a stretchy fabric that’s soft against the skin.
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