Long Sleeve Tops
Women's long sleeve tops for cool mornings and cold offices
Long sleeves are the working woman's answer to over-eager air conditioning and a cold walk to the train. This collection gathers Forcast's long sleeve tops in sizes 4 to 18: fine knits, turtleneck sweaters, satin blouses, wrap shirts and cardigans, cut to be worn through autumn and winter and pulled out again on the first cool day of spring.
Which long sleeve to choose
A fine knit like the Tania Crew Neck Knit or Nolan High Neck Knit sits close to the body, layers under a blazer and does not crease. A collared satin shirt, such as the Mae Satin Shirt or Courtney Satin Spot Shirt, is the dressier option and still looks sharp at the end of the day. A turtleneck like the Clarisse Turtleneck Sweater carries the whole outfit when a coat is going on over it. Cardigans, buttoned or zipped, do the same job with a little more give.
What the sleeve does for the outfit
- A long sleeve in a lightweight woven fabric makes a work outfit look more finished than a short sleeve does.
- A sheer or full sleeve adds movement and softness to a plain skirt or trouser.
- A fitted knit sleeve gives a clean line under a jacket and stays put all day.
A black or white long sleeve top with a fitted midi skirt in a soft neutral and a block heel is a reliable formula that never looks like a uniform.
Fabric and fit
Expect cotton, wool blends and jersey in the knits, and satin and poplin in the shirts and blouses. Fitted knits are best bought in your usual size; relaxed shirts and cardigans leave room to layer. The size guide covers every style.
Shopping the range
Long sleeve tops sit alongside knitwear and work jackets and blazers for the cooler months, and give way to short sleeve and sleeveless tops when the weather turns. Standard delivery is free on Australian orders over $100, and there are 30 days to return or exchange online or in any store.