Let's be honest-long-sleeve tops sometimes get a bad rap. They're safe. Basic. Kind of like that "nice guy" your friend tried to set you up with who loves hiking...too much. But listen up-2025 is not the year for basic. It's the year for turning heads, dropping jaws, and making people question their entire life choices when they see you in a long-sleeve top. Here are some wild outfit ideas that'll have you serving runway realness in a plain ol' long-sleeve.
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The "Office, But Make It Hot" Look
Who said you can't clock into work looking like a CEO and a heartbreaker at the same time?
- Crisp white long-sleeve button-up-but crop it
- Ultra-high-waisted, wide-leg trousers
- Lace bralette peeking through
- Pointed heels
- Slick bun and gold hoops
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The "Netflix, but I Look Better Than the Show" Vibe
Why wear sweatpants when you can make your couch your catwalk?
- Oversized long-sleeve top-worn off one shoulder
- Super short shorts
- Knee-high socks + fluffy slides
- Messy hair
- A glass of wine as an accessory-because main character's energy.
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The "Date Night, But You Weren't Ready" Power Play
You know when you want to pretend you didn't try, but you secretly spent an hour perfecting that 'effortless' look?
- Tight, sheer long-sleeve top-black, with a little skin showing underneath.
- Leather mini skirt-dangerously short, we're taking risks.
- Thigh-high boots
- Tousled waves + red lip for that femme-fatale energy.
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The "I Might Be in a Band" Look (But I'm Not)
Because mystery is sexy, and looking like you're in an indie band makes people ask questions.
- Black mesh or ripped long-sleeve top
- Baggy cargo pants-low-rise, because of danger
- Chunky combat boots because you don't care
- Tiny sunglasses indoors because...why not?
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