Definition of cap sleeve
: a very short sleeve (as on a dress) that hangs over the edge of the shoulder without extending along the underside of the arm
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The flowers were mimicked in the cap sleeves, as well as on her white shoes and white fascinator.
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Both frocks featured cap sleeves, button details, and flawless tailoring that highlighted each woman's best assets.
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Amal sported a stunning goldenrod yellow Stella McCartney midi dress with a fitted waist, cap sleeves, and a bold train.
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The higher neckline and cap sleeve make this a great work to weekend piece.
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For example, a $59 wrap top with straps can either be tied at the front, tied over the shoulder to create a cap sleeve, tied in the back to look off-the-shoulder or even tucked in to transform into a tube top.
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With floral appliques, a cap sleeve and drop waist, the gown is absolutely stunning with a subtle bohemian vibe.
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Carolina Herrera’s brash, graphic black-and-white striped crisscross jersey knit maxi dress in a flattering curve has cap sleeves, an off-shoulder design and a trumpet flared skirt.
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For this year’s awards ceremony, Middleton, who is currently expecting the couple’s third child, wore a deep green gown by Jenny Packham, which featured cap sleeves and a belted silhouette that accentuated her baby bump.
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First Known Use of cap sleeve
1885
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