cap sleeve

noun

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. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE.com, "Anna Nicole Smith's Daughter Dannielynn Birkhead, 11, Beams at the Kentucky Derby," 5 May 2018 Both frocks featured cap sleeves, button details, and flawless tailoring that highlighted each woman's best assets. — Lindsay Silberman, Town & Country, "Meghan's Best Friend Jessica Mulroney is the Pippa Middleton of the Royal Wedding," 19 May 2018 Amal sported a stunning goldenrod yellow Stella McCartney midi dress with a fitted waist, cap sleeves, and a bold train. — Cady Lang, Time, "Amal Clooney Wears a Regal Yellow Dress to Royal Wedding," 19 May 2018 The higher neckline and cap sleeve make this a great work to weekend piece. — NBC News, "Work looks for millennial women this spring," 6 Apr. 2018 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. — Rachel Strugatz | Wwd, latimes.com, "Chriselle Lim, J.O.A. team up on ready-to-wear collection," 9 Mar. 2018 With floral appliques, a cap sleeve and drop waist, the gown is absolutely stunning with a subtle bohemian vibe. — Kerry Pieri, Harper's BAZAAR, "See Poppy Delevingne's Haute Couture Chanel Bridal Gown," 16 May 2014 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. — Janet Kinosian, latimes.com, "What's black and white and stylish all over? These items that will add pop to your wardrobe," 7 Mar. 2018 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. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, "Kate Middleton’s Elevated Maternity Style Is in Full Force at the BAFTAs," 18 Feb. 2018

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