cap sleeves

Minimal arm coverage

Cap sleeves are very short sleeves that just cover the shoulder without extending down the arm.

They provide minimal coverage—more than a sleeveless top but less than a short sleeve—and create a rounded or slightly peaked shape at the shoulder: The bridesmaid dresses had delicate cap sleeves.

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garment · bodice · peasant blouse · Edwardian · breathable · fashion · summery · cotton · Victorian · feminine · lightweight · style · chiffon · tops · arms · dress · wedding dress · cuff

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Opposites
sleeve length/coverage

cap sleeveslong sleeves

Garment arms reaching wrists

three-quarter sleeves · sleeveless · strapless

sleeve structure/volume

cap sleevesbishop sleeves

Voluminous arm coverings, banded

bell sleeves · puff sleeves · flutter sleeves · kimono sleeves

Family

cap, sleeve, caps, sleeves, sleeved, sleeveless, capped, capping, uncapped

Familiarity
Top 200,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G