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A dress with sleeves is such a practical piece to have on your packing list. Take a look at the top picks for each season that’ll keep you comfortable and looking majorly stylish whatever the weather!
Packable Cute Dresses With Sleeves
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Womens dresses with sleeves are practical in all seasons and for all types of travel. You might need some extra coverage on a business trip or when touring religious and cultural sites with a modest dress code. They can give you some sun protection in the summer, warmth in the winter, and lots of comfort in transitional weather!
So, without further ado, look at these cute long sleeve dresses to pack for each season!
Best Long Sleeve Summer Dresses
A long sleeve summer dress for the summer should be made of light and breathable fabrics like linen, cotton, and rayon, so even with added coverage, your skin can breathe and you’ll be kept nice and cool.
Shop Sizes XS-XL: Quince
Quince Linen Black Long Sleeve Dress
The Quince linen long sleeve dress mini style is such a chic and practical option for the summer heat, made of lightweight, breathable, and naturally heat-regulating linen to keep you cool. This dress has a sophisticated yet laid-back vibe, with a flattering, straight-fit silhouette that can be cinched in at the waist.
Plus, it’s beyond versatile — it would work just as perfectly walking around town as it would lounging around on the beach! It comes in five neutral colors.
Silk is another fabulous fabric for summer, as it’s light and airy, and the Quince washable silk long sleeve dress is stunning and versatile for travel!
Shop Boden: Regular Sizes 2-22 | Long Sizes 2-22
Boden Long Sleeve Dress
With a loose and flowy shape and tie at the waist to accentuate your curves, the Boden Cleo Linen Dress with sleeves is incredibly flattering. Made of linen, it feels light and cool, plus it won’t hold onto moisture or odor, which is always handy for a day spent in the summer heat.
It’s a beautiful option for nicer events or evenings out, but you could always add casual sneakers or flip flops for a day of shopping or sightseeing when you want to feel elevated. And you can choose from a selection of chic colours and patterns.
Shop Sizes XXS-3X: Pact
Pact Long Sleeve Short Dress
These Pact flowy dresses with sleeves are casual and have a loose, relaxed fit, but the double gauze fabric and flowy skirt give them a flirty, boho look, too. The elastic waist and raglan elbow length sleeves give this long sleeve dress tons of styling versatility.
And its soft, 100% organic cotton construction keeps it beyond comfy and practical for active days or spending time by the water. Designed to hide wrinkles for easy travel too! You can throw this cutie on over your swimsuit at the beach and head straight to happy hour!
Shop J.Crew: Sizes XXS-3X | Petite Sizes XXS-L | Tall Sizes XS-XL
J.Crew Long Sleeve Long Dress
The elegant J.Crew Cabana Dress offers a relaxed, effortless style with its breathable fabric and flattering A-line silhouette. Made from 100% linen, its lightweight, moisture-wicking material will keep you cool and comfortable, while it’s versatile loose, flowing fit easily transitions from day to night.
Wearers describe it as the perfect travel dress for warm weather, ideal for a long day of exploring, relaxing on the beach, and then effortlessly transitioning into an elegant look for dinner. And you can choose from a variety of stylish colors too.
The J.Crew Cabana Dress also comes in a shorter mini version too!
Best Long Sleeve Spring Dresses
Womens long sleeve dresses are perfect for the transitional and often unpredictable weather of spring, offering a light and airy design with long sleeves to maintain warmth. Fabrics like cotton, jersey, rayon, and merino wool are ideal.
Shop Talbots: Regular Sizes XS-XL | Petite Sizes S-XL | Plus Sizes 1X-3X | Plus Petite Sizes 1X-3X
Talbots Plus Size Long Sleeve Dresses
The Talbots Passport Ponte Midi Dress combines combines stylish sophistication with travel-friendly comfort, featuring a flattering silhouette and versatile design that can easily be dressed up or down. It’s such a low-maintenance comfortable option due to it’s wrinkle-resistant fabric that still manages to look incredibly sleek and pretty!
Wearers particularly rave about the flattering fit and its endless styling possibilities.
Shop Loft: Regular Sizes XXS-XXL | Petite Sizes XXS-XXL | Tall Sizes XS-XXL
Loft Smocked Midi Long Sleeve Dress
The perfect piece for cooler temperatures, this Loft Floral Smocked Tie Waist Midi Dress is so cute and feminine, with its smocked bodice and flowing, tiered midi skirt. On a cool spring or fall day, pair this cute long sleeve dress with a moto leather jacket and slip on sneakers for a sweet and edgy contrast!
One review shares “Super flattering! The perfect cold weather dress, especially with a great pair of boots”. While another adds “The midi length is great for early spring and would be cute with boots or sandals!
Shop XS-XL: Quince
Quince Silk Jersey Long Sleeve Short Dresses
The polished design of this Quince Mini Wrap Dress makes it a great staple to have for both nicer occasions or business travel and for laid-back sightseeing days. The soft silk fabric is lightweight, wrinkle resistant and breathable yet substantial enough for fickle spring weather, which is always a plus for travel this time of year.
This number will look super cute paired with a blazer and booties when the temps dip, or with tan sandals and the sleeves rolled up when the sun is shining!
Shop Anthropologie: Regular Sizes XXS-XL | Plus Sizes 1X-3X
Anthropologie Womens Long Sleeve Dress
The Somerset Maxi Dress from Anthropologie offers effortless elegance with its a flattering silhouette that can be thrown on for an instantaneously stylish look. You can style it up in so many different ways or keep pared down with loafers for any and all travel adventures!.
As one reviewer shares “This is a dress that makes you feel good!”
Best Long Sleeve Fall Dresses
If you’re traveling in the fall and looking to add a cute dress to your packing list, go for something made of a slightly more substantial fabric like cotton, merino wool, jersey, or polyester. These fall long sleeve dresses can transition into winter, too, especially with tights and Chelsea boots or long boots!
Shop Sizes XS-XL: Quince
Quince Tencel Rib Knit Long Sleeve Long Dresses
The fabric on this Quince tencel long sleeve fitted dress is soft, stretchy, and breathable, making it so cozy for fall weather! The midi length design features a soft-fitting silhouette and a high, round neckline that’s timeless. Whether dressy, professional, or casual, warm or chilly, this piece can do it all!
And even though this is technically a bodycon long sleeve dress, wearers say it still has stretch and doesn’t feel tight. This black long sleeve dress comes in a few other neutral colors too.
Shop Sizes XS-2X: Wool&
Wool& Rowena Long Sleeve Flowy Dress
The lovely Wool& swing longsleeve dress is classic and chic, and with so many outstanding features, it’s easy to see why this is a signature piece! The merino wool fabric is temperature-regulating, so you’ll never be too warm or too cold, plus it’s lightweight, moisture-wicking, and resists odor, even after lots of repeated wearing!
This flowy dress with sleeves has a loose, swingy fit that’s both flattering and feminine, and the design is finished off with handy side pockets.
One TFG reader says she has three of these long sleeve dresses which have a nice basic design that easily works alone or with scarves, fall jackets, or leggings. Comes in a ton of colors and in your choice of regular or long length.
Shop Sizes XXS-3X: Athleta
Athleta Black Longsleeve Dress
If you like t-shirt dresses, then you’ll adore Athleta’s Coaster Luxe sweatshirt dress for the cooler months! This dress is sporty and casual, with a soft, brushed fabric to keep you warm and comfortable as you stroll through new towns or take on the great outdoors.
But the clean lines and semi-fitted shape make this cutie a tad more elevated, so you could totally add a leather jacket and chunky boots and wear it out to dinner!
Best Long Sleeve Winter Dresses
Cold winters certainly don’t mean dresses are off the table. Go for fabrics like cashmere, merino wool, thick cotton, and poly blends to keep you toasty warm. Plus, you can always add tights or thermals, merino wool socks, and warm boots to your long sleeve dresses on extra chilly days.
Shop Sizes XS-XL: Quince
Quince Cashmere Long Sleeved Dress
The Quince sweater dress with long sleeves is ultra warm without being bulky, and it’s so chic and stylish, too! Its 100% Mongolian cashmere construction is high quality and deliciously soft, plus it’s lightweight and easy to pack.
The relaxed, slim fit is really comfortable and highly flattering and will work for dressy dinners with black knee high boots or casual days of walking around and seeing the sights in edgy combat boots. This sleek turtleneck long sleeve dress is offered in multiple colors.
Shop Lands’ End: Sizes XS-XL Regular | 16W-26W Plus
Lands’ End Lofty Sweater Dress
The quarter-zip collar gives this Lands’ End sweater dress a preppy look, making it a cute choice for lounging around a ski resort or going out to dinner in town. The plush fabric is a blend of warm and breathable fabrics, and the semi-relaxed fit makes it a great choice for both adding thermals underneath and adding a coat overtop!
Dressed up or down, this piece is a great winter wardrobe staple that’s neutral enough to style in endless ways! It comes in a few colors and sizes XS-XL & 16W-26W.
Shop Sizes XXS-XXL: Faherty | Nordstrom
Faherty Legend Sweater Long Sleeved Dresses
Cozy up in these Faherty sweater dresses with long sleeves, an adorable option that has the chic and effortless look of a shirtdress, but made extra cozy with a soft and warm poly blend. It’s beautifully tailored, with a straight fit, a shirttail hem, and pretty buttons throughout.
This beauty is super versatile, too — it’ll look stylish whether dressed up for a special occasion or worn with a puffer down jacket and winter boots for sightseeing.
A reviewer says this long sleeve casual dress looks great and packs well for travel.
Shop XXS-XXL: Banana Republic
Banana Republic Women Long Sleeve Dress
This Banana Republic short long sleeve dress totally belongs in a winter wonderland destination, made of a nylon-wool blend that looks festive and will keep you toasty warm.
While casual and comfy, its simple but elegant look would look nice with a pair of mid calf boots, you could definitely wear it for a night out at the ski lodge, too!
Wearers describe this long sleeve sweater dress as easy to style, packable, and of great quality.
Thigh Society The Cooling Shorts | Sizes XS-6X
What to Wear Under Dresses
If you’re looking for shorts to wear under your dresses, Thigh Society’s The Cooling Anti-Chafe Shorts are a reader favorite. These shorts pull heat and moisture away from the body, keeping things cool, fresh and chafe-free on even the hottest of days due to their silky hi-tech performance fabric.
They’re tagless, don’t roll or bunch, and are ultra-thin and lightweight yet stretchy and durable as can be. Plus, they come in a wide range of colors, lengths and sizes from XS-6X!
Left: Compass Rose Medium Packing Cubes | Right: Compass Rose Slim Packing Cubes
Traveling With Long Sleeve Dresses? Here’s How to Pack Them
If you’re planning a trip with all the cute dresses you purchased, many readers use packing cubes for this task. The Compass Rose Packing Cubes are now offered in two sizes: slim and medium. The slim size cubes measure 13 x 5 x 2.8, and the medium size cubes measure 2.8 x 13 x 8.5. Both fit an international carry-on suitcase and can help you organize and compress clothing items. The medium size is great for bulkier items.
If you’d like more help learning how to use packing cubes, see the video below.
Watch this video to start learning how to organize with packing cubes!
We also put together a five-part YouTube series showing the different methods to use packing cubes for travel. Because our packing cubes have double zippers and compress clothing, these strategies have helped thousands of women travel carry on only!
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Love the Zara dress!
Thank you for this article. I’m always looking for long sleeve or 3/4 inch sleeves for dresses, so I was delighted to see this article. I love Quince and the white Amazon dress looks interesting. I’m not sure I can pull it off but I like it!
I live in a dress and wish I had more with arm coverage, so this was absolutely perfect for me. Thank you so much!
Thank you for this article! I’m definitely going to reference it again and again for not just travel, but for wearing while “at home” as well! There are so many great choices I’m not sure where I’ll start, but likely Quince & Athleta. I’m intrigued by merino wool. I’ve never had much luck wearing wool (so itchy) but I think I might give some Wool& items a try!
I love these long sleeve options!
Perfect for what I was looking for.
Thank you for this beautiful and inspiring website.
So much to choose from and for so many different body types! I’m very thankful for all of your help and suggestions.
I have been impressed with the quality of several linen dresses from both Target and Amazon. Both brands are becoming huge components of my travel wardrobe.
Love the Wool& Fiona Womens Long Sleeve Dress! it’s elegant and super comfortable
Love these!
TFG is always my go to when I need help figuring out what to pack and wear on vacation
I love that I can avoid carrying a jacket when I wear a dress with sleeves, especially when visiting religious sites that require you cover your shoulders.