One thing is definitely true about puff and balloon sleeves: you either love them or hate them, but they certainly won’t leave you feeling indifferent.
During this Summer 2021, the romantic touch will be found on shoulders and arms thanks to blouses and dresses with this stylish touch. Would you dare to try the trend? Don’t worry if you’re still unsure! We explain how to wear puff and balloon sleeves depending on your silhouette, and how to combine them for looks that are just perfect for you.
What are puff or balloon sleeves?
Puff or balloon sleeves have a rounded shape and a lot of volume around the shoulder area. Generally, this type of sleeve brings an unmistakable romantic air to any look.
In fact, their origins date back to the romanticism of the 19th century. They were famously reinvented in the 1980s and now they are back once again to bring some character to any outfit.
Will puff and balloon sleeves suit me?
By adding volume to the shoulder area, puff sleeves are very flattering for triangle figures, as they visually narrow the waist by accentuating the shoulders, balancing out the silhouette. But what about the rest of body shapes?
Can I wear puff or balloon sleeves if I don’t have a triangle figure?
Of course you can! Just take into account our tips:
- Wear puff sleeves if you have an hourglass body and you want to emphasise your waist even more
- If you have an inverted triangle body shape, choose tops or blouses with subtle puff sleeves or darts and combine them with looser bottoms, such as flared trousers
- Have you got a slim neck? Try puff and balloon sleeves in all versions! If not, stick to open necklines, such as V-necks, scoop or strapless, and avoid high necklines.
Puff and balloon sleeves are in this season
Puff and balloon sleeves will continue to be on trend this season and will be seen on blouses, oversize dresses and even sweatshirts.
Givenchy and Miu Miu featured this trend in their collections, on long, satin dresses with a 1940s feel. Ulla Johnson, on the other hand, included them in her more ethnic designs, with voluminous knitted and embroidered garments.
How to wear puff and balloon sleeves this Summer
Staycations, dreamy weekends, sunset strolls… This is a summer we won’t forget, as little by little, the longed-for freedom is returning after a difficult year.
Balloon and puff sleeves evoke sweetness, romanticism, and dreamy illusion, so let yourself be carried away by these emotions and let yourself enjoy this trend!
Looks with balloon and puff sleeves in shirts and blouses
This season, there are many choices of blouses and shirts with voluminous sleeves, in many colours and prints. This is a truly special garment, which can be dressed up or down; if you prefer a casual look, bring down the romanticism a notch by wearing your blouse with jeans and a pair of pumps. If, on the other hand, you are looking to add more sophistication to your outfit, choose to wear your blouse with a satin skirt and kitten heels.
Looks with puff or balloon sleeves in dresses
Take the trend to the extreme and wear an oversized maxi dress with voluminous sleeves and some ugly trainers or dad sandals for contrast, and look trendy on even the hottest days.
Looks with lace shirts with puff or balloon sleeves
Lace shirts already are the epitome of cool and romance, and the effect is multiplied if you choose a blouse with voluminous sleeves. How about wearing it with white jeans for a total look? Finish off your look with a pair of brightly coloured ballet flats for an elegant and fresh Summer look!
Remember to let your Personal Shopper know if you fancy a puff sleeve blouse or a balloon sleeve dress in your next Lookiero… They are bound to surprise you with a choice full of romance!
