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Puff sleeves are short sleeves that add plumpness to the sleeve cap or bicep areas of a piece of clothing such as dresses and blouses. There is a fair amount of fullness that can be adjusted based on your liking. Do not get confused between puff sleeves and balloon sleeves because even though they both look similar, they are rather different in terms of size and stitching.
Puff sleeves are puffy short sleeves that are gathered at the top and cuffs that then become full in the middle. Balloon sleeves are a type of sleeve that is long with puffs gathered at the shoulder and puffed out and gathered back at the wrist. There are many puff sleeves dresses being made and sold in Malaysia but here are the top 8 puff sleeves in Malaysia.
Why Do People Wear Puff Sleeve Dresses?
Puff sleeves were invented during the Renaissance period of Europe but are making their comeback and are planning to stay! There are many reasons why people wear dresses with this type of sleeve but some of them are for its comfortability, various choices and also appearance.
- Comfortable
Due to the roominess of the sleeve area, dresses with puff sleeves will allow you to move more freely hence offering you comfortability.
- Various Choices
As the trend made its comeback in 2018, there has been a variety of choices when it comes to puff sleeve dresses that can be found in-store and online.
- Appearance
If you seek an outfit with a vintage look, a puff sleeve dress is a perfect choice as the appearance of the sleeves will remind you of the dresses back in the 1930s.
8 Best Puff Sleeve Dresses in Malaysia
1. Bohemian Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
This Bohemian Puff Sleeve Midi Dress is a floral printed dress that is perfect for holiday occasions. It comes with shirred stitching that offers you elasticity so you do not have to worry about picking the wrong size. It also has a string at the back that allows you to tighten the dress to fit your body.
Specifications:
- Materials: Polyester, Cotton
- Designs Available: Variety
- Sizes Available: One size
Pros:
✅ Has 10 designs to choose from
✅ Affordable price
Price: RM20.79
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Korean Style Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress
This puff sleeve dress is inspired by the trendy Korean style and is perfect for those who seek a vintage maxi dress. It has a long slit on the left side of the dress to offer you a cute yet sexy look. The dress offers a variety of colours so you can pick one based on your preference.
Specifications:
- Materials: Polyester, Spandex
- Designs Available: Green, Green White, Blue, Blue Flower, Yellow Flower, Purple Flower, Red Flower, Black & White
- Sizes Available: S-XXXL
Pros:
✅ Perfect for those seeking Korean style dress
✅ Various sizes available
Price: RM23.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Retro Assorted Puff Sleeve Dress
The Retro Assorted Puff Sleeve Dress has many designs that you can choose such as orange flower, green red and white red dots that also come in different sizes. You can pick any design to your liking as there is a perfect one for everyone.
Specifications:
- Materials: Polyester, Spandex, Nylon
- Designs Available: Black, White Red Dots, Orange Flower, Green Red Flower, Blue Red Flower, Red Flower
- Sizes Available: S-XXL
Pros:
✅ Multiple designs available
✅ Offers an affordable price
Price: RM23.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. French Style Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
This French Style Puff Sleeve Dress has an A-line skirt pattern that will give you the princess look. The shirred stitching on the dress will make your bust and waist area appear to be more flattering. It is suitable for both formal and casual occasions.
Specifications:
- Materials: Chiffon
- Colours Available: Red, Black, Blue, Violet
- Sizes Available: S-XXL
Pros:
✅ Offers you elasticity
✅ Suitable for those seeking a princess look dress
Price: RM21.90 – RM32.98
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Summer Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress
This puff sleeve maxi dress is the perfect choice for individuals that are seeking a flowy dress to wear on holidays. The dress offers you a slim yet fitting look with a straight and narrow cut that will complement your body shape.
Specifications:
- Materials: Polyester
- Designs Available: Default
- Sizes Available: S-XXL
Pros:
✅ Has a pencil cutting
✅ Perfect for holidays
Price: RM21.90 – RM32.98
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Plaid Square Neck Collar Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
This puff sleeve dress comes with a plaid pattern that is ideal for any occasion like family gatherings, parties and holidays. The square of its collar delivers the perfect balance between classy and sexy.
Specifications:
- Materials: Polyester, Cotton
- Colours Available: Black, Blue, Wine Red
- Sizes Available: S-XXXXXL
Pros:
✅ Several sizes available
✅ A wearable pattern
✅ Comes in a square neck collar
Price: RM26.12 – RM27.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Simple Square Neck Collar Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
This is the plain version of a square neck collar! It has no patterns but its big puffy sleeves are what make the dress look stylish and sophisticated. It is perfect for someone that wants to look effortlessly elegant while going out.
Specifications:
- Materials: Polyester, Cotton, Chiffon
- Colours Available: Black, White, Khaki
- Sizes Available: One Size
Pros:
✅ Comes in a square neck collar
✅ Suitable for those who love simple dresses
Price: RM22.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Floral Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
This mini dress is a perfect dress to wear while going on a date! It has floral prints all over the dress and comes with a cupped bust corset that is complementary to your bust area. The string can be tied into a ribbon that acts as a final touch to the whole look of the dress.
Specifications:
- Materials: Polyester
- Colours Available: Yellow
- Sizes Available: S-XXXXXL
Pros:
✅ Sexy and trendy dress
✅ Comes in several sizes
Price: RM27.97
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Disclosure: This list was compiled by the team at My Weekend Plan after extensive research and shared opinions to suggest helpful recommendations for the public. The sequence of brands is in no particular order so if you have any other great suggestions too, please email us support@myweekendplan.com.my. For more information, kindly refer to our copyright, privacy & disclosure policy.
