If you’ve been escaping the heat and hanging out at your local shopping centre, you may have noticed a lot of stores are bringing out their Autumn and Winter styles for 2017.
One key trend that I made note of, which seemed to be in every store, was the bell sleeve.
Bell sleeve tops were a trend from the 1970’s and they’ve made a comeback this year.
Traditionally, bell sleeve tops would have a trumpet sleeve from between the elbow and wrist, down. But there are also modern takes on the trend with ruffled sleeves and fluted sleeves making an appearance. Some of the bell sleeves start from the elbow or right at the cuff.
The key to pulling off this look is to allow the top to be the feature of your outfit.
Wear it with skinny jeans, skirts, under a dress or layered under a jacket or knit.
This winter, we will definitely see a lot of jackets and jumpers with a 3/4 sleeve (or the sleeves rolled or pulled up) to reveal the bell sleeve of the top worn underneath.
It’s a feminine style of top, but it can be impractical when eating out. The sleeve can drag because of its flare.
- Sussan Spot Ruffle Sleeve Top $99.95
- Katies Elbow Bell Sleeve Top $29.95
- Katies Bell 3/4 Sleeve White Top $49.95
- Sussan Spot Fluted Sleeve Top $69.95
- Decjuba Marny Kimono Sleeve Top $59.95
- Living Doll Jenny Navy Bell Sleeved Open Shoulder Top $59.95
If you’re worried about dragging your sleeves, wear a ¾ style bell sleeve, or opt for a darker colour that won’t show stains.
Bell sleeve tops work well for a smart-casual look and they can look equally chic when worn corporately to work.
I will definitely be adding one of these to my wish list for Autumn/Winter 2017. I’ve already got one bell sleeve top which was a gift from my mum, but I do want to invest in a longer sleeved one.
Are you a fan of the bell sleeve? Is it something you would wear?
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