I’m always excited to see the sun, but if you prefer to keep your arms covered up, it can come with a sense of dread.
Nearly all summer tops are sleeveless or strappy, but I promise it’s possible to find long-sleeve tops that don’t leave you sweating through them in the heat.
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The sun isn’t always shining here in the UK, so there are plenty of opportunities to wear long-sleeve tops comfortably without feeling overdressed.

Whatever the reason you want to cover your arms, be it religion, scars or simply self-consciousness, there are plenty of tops, tees, shirts and blouses available to suit your needs.
The most important thing to look for when shopping for tops that won’t leave you sweating are lightweight materials like cotton and linen. A good way to cover up your arms is to wear open shirts over tank tops, or opt for crop tops with high-waisted bottoms.
If you’re comfortable to show off your legs, try shorts or opt for midi or maxi skirts if you want keep your skin covered. You can add chic accessories, a pair of summer sandals and of course, a straw bag.
Here are 17 of our favourites, from Zara, Mango, & Other Stories and more.
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Shop long-sleeve tops

Denim oversized shirt in green co-ord, £36, ASOS DESIGN – buy now

Soft long-sleeve top, £15, Monki – buy now

Voluminous Crop Top, £55, & Other Stories – buy now

Dionne Blanket Stripe Cardigan, £125, Kitri – buy now

Nikita Blouse, now £161, Olivia Rubin – buy now

Smocked top, £17.99, H&M+ – buy now

Residence Shirt, £69, Ghospell – buy now

La chemise Mejean cropped shirt, £345, Jacquemus – buy now

Deep Scoop-Back Top, £25, Arket – buy now

Cropped cotton top, £29.99, Zara – buy now

Linen shirt, £59, Cos – buy now

Decorative seam T-shirt, £29.99, Mango – buy now

Oversized Button Down Shirt, now £101, SZ Blockprints – buy now

Minnie Knit Top, £80, Reformation – buy now

Lulu Shirt, £89, Never Fully Dressed – buy now

Long-sleeved linen jersey top, £17.99, H&M – buy now

Embroidered-design puff shirt, £161, Rixo – buy now