Puff Sleeves Are Here to Stay—Add These 16 to Your Cart Right Now

By now, you'll likely already have some form of puff-sleeve top hanging in your closet. (And if you don’t, be sure to read on!). The voluminous power sleeve has been seen on every major runway, on every cool girl, and on every Instagram feed for the past few seasons, winning the hearts of fashion girls craving a fun yet powerful statement piece.

Luckily, billowy and whimsical shoulders are here to stay—so said the S/S 20 runways. From Rejina Pyo to Alessandra Rich, Cecile Bahnsen to Richard Quinn, dramatic statement sleeves were seen in full force on the catwalks in all shapes, forms, and fabrics, including romantic ruffles, sheer materials, striking colors, and playful prints.

The overarching message for 2020's puff-sleeve trend is the bigger the better. OTT bold shoulders are feminine, romantic, super empowering, and most importantly fun! Pair your puff sleeves with fitted pants or jeans to balance the playful look. Scroll below to shop the best puff-sleeve tops on the internet right now that undoubtedly deserve a place in your closet this season and into the next.

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On the S/S 20 Runway:
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At Marc Jacobs, romantic and dramatic Renaissance-inspired sleeves were paired with high-waisted vintage jeans for a showstopping look.

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At Rejina Pyo, cotton puff sleeve shirts looked effortless over silky midi dresses belted at the waist. A chic day-to-night look we'll be emulating ASAP.

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Puff sleeves were ready to party at Alessandra Rich where ruching and bunching gave shoulders an '80s-inspired look.

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Puff sleeves were made of sexy, sheer fabrics and pretty sunny hues at Cecilie Bahnsen.

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On the Street:
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Exaggerated volume and statement details (such as a bow) will amp up your outfit in an instant. 

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Opt for puff-sleeve tops in luxurious leather fabric for an elevated look.

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Cinch your puff sleeve top at the waist with a belt for a cool '80s silhouette. And don't be afraid to wear a pop of color!

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This look is perfect for those wanting a subtler take on the trend. Go for a top with an hourglass silhouette to wear with your jeans—a flattering outfit to take you from day-to-night.

Shop the Chicest Puff-Sleeve Tops:

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Judith Jones
Senior Fashion Market Editor

Judith is the senior fashion market editor at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for nearly a decade. Judith started on the Shop Who What Wear team, creating content and managing a team of merchandisers for the Who What Wear shopping app. She later crossed over to the editorial team, where she shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands in her shopping-focused stories and social takeovers. She has become one of the top affiliate earners during her six plus years at Who What Wear. Before working in fashion, Judith was a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) and shared her passion for travel and food. She studied at the prestigious London Academy of Dramatic Arts as well as Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York. She later studied fashion merchandising and design, which laid the foundation for her career in fashion.


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