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I’m all for showing some skin, but sometimes I simply feel better with my upper arms covered. Instead of hiding underneath layers this autumn, I’m opting for flattering fall dresses with strategically roomy sleeves.
I landed on the following 13 fall dresses for hiding underarm ‘bat wings,’ including sweater dresses, burgundy knits and little black dresses. Even better, the lineup starts at $14, so go ahead and snag a style (or two, or three) for the season ahead!
13 Slimming Fall Dresses That Hide Underarm ‘Bat Wings’
1. Our Favorite: I’m a sucker for a dress with pockets, and this ribbed shift dress is a total winner. Plus, it easily pairs with sneakers for errands, lunch and everything in between.
2. Beautiful Burgundy: The long sleeves on this loose knit midi dress disguise underarm bat wings, while the flowy A-line skirt flatters the hips.
3. Fall Florals: Who says florals are only for spring and summer? I’m keeping them in rotation with this smocked floral dress, which has billowy long sleeves for plenty of coverage and a mini length that looks especially cute with white sneakers.
4. Sweater Weather: Consider this turtleneck sweater dress your fall outfit formula. The roomy long sleeves completely cover the upper arms, while the side slit keeps the midi silhouette from feeling overwhelming.
5. Cute and Casual: A pair of slim cream leather sneakers would make this floral mini dress an easy weekend outfit. The three-quarter sleeves offer coverage without feeling as heavy as a full-length layer.
6. Burgundy Beauty: Few colors get me more excited for fall than burgundy, so this long-sleeve sweater dress immediately caught my eye. I like how the streamlined silhouette balances out the completely covered arms.
7. Olive Obsession: I’d personally go straight for olive in this smocked babydoll dress, but there are plenty of other shades and prints if green isn’t your thing. The fitted bodice and billowy sleeves also give it that flattering mix of shape and coverage I’m after.
8. Desk to Dinner: This button-front sweater dress is exactly the kind of piece I’d wear with sneakers for the morning commute, then change into heels at my desk. Come dinner, the fitted silhouette already feels polished enough for evening plans.
9. Fall Florals: Instead of another printed floral, I’m drawn to the subtle floral texture on this chocolate-brown dress. The semi-sheer sleeves keep the upper arms covered without taking away from its light, feminine feel.
10. Belt It: I love that this camel sweater dress can be worn loose or cinched with a belt when I want more definition. I’d add suede sneakers for a casual day, then belt it and switch to boots when temperatures really drop.
11. Pretty in Pleats: I’m drawn to the movement of this textured fall dress, from its billowy sleeves to its tiered skirt. The rich burgundy shade makes the whole floaty silhouette feel especially right for fall.
12. Throw-On Hero: When I don’t know what to wear, a black waffle-knit dress like this is my favorite solution. I’d pair it with low-profile leather sneakers for running errands, grabbing coffee or meeting friends for lunch.
13. Easy Elegance: I love how this long-sleeve maxi dress manages to look polished without feeling fussy. The smocked empire waist, billowy sleeves and rich brown shade do most of the styling for me.
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