Like most things nowadays, sleeves aren't what they used to be. What was once just a piece of cylindrical fabric covering your arm is now a palette for designers to wreak havoc. For the past few seasons, we've seen brands turn their focus towards sleeves, and the result has been glorious: intentionally too-long sleeves, extra sleeves, short sleeves over long sleeves, and everything in between. Now, sleeves are on our radar, even in the dead of summer.
Enter the long-sleeved graphic tee. It's super-casual, very cool, and complements all the skirts, shorts, and pants in your closet (and it looks even better under a slip dress). If you want an effortless outfit that still looks fly, you're in for a treat. Click through to shop 12 of our picks ahead, and get ready to sleeve the rest behind.
This tee almost tricked us into thinking it was vintage, in a good way.
Huf 1984 Long Sleeve Tee, $34, available at Shop Super Street.
Adidas employs its classic stripes, making this otherwise too-green top just right.
Adidas Adicolor Long Sleeve Fashion Tee, $39, available at End Clothing.
Instead of graphic prints, try a tee that's embroidered.
Rochambeau Embroidered T-shirt, $245, available at Farfetch.
For a look that's off the wall.
Vans 50th Reissue Long-sleeve Tee, $38, available at Urban Outfitters.
If you're a Simpsons fan, this Marge tee is choice. (Her hair is so tall on the sleeves.)
Joyrich Marge Tee, $78, available at Joyrich.
A classic.
St ü ssy Basic Tee, $38, available at Stüssy.
On FIRE.
Ripple Junction Flamez Long-sleeve Tee, $38, available at Urban Outfitters.
The graphic on the front is just as cool as what's on the back.
Andersson Bell Unisex Hand Tee, $89 $62, available at WConcept.
Palace is an iconic skate brand. Opt for this tee and buy a board while you're at it.
Palace Long Sleeve Department Tee, $59 $39, available at End.
Push up your sleeves, show off the Champion logo, and have everyone thinking you're wearing Vetements.
Champion CC8C Long Sleeve Tee, $4.86, available at OpenTip.
You could go thrifting for hours to find a shirt this good, or you could buy this one instead.
Deus Ex Machina Four Foot, $49, available at Deus Ex Machina.
But seriously, who are you?
Come Tees "Who Am I" Long Sleeve, $55, available at Come Tees.
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