Angel sleeve
Definition: A wide sleeve which hangs loose off the shoulder. Long versions resemble trumpet sleeves.
Period: Modern, especially the 1970's.
Other terms: Butterfly sleeve, trumpet sleeve (long).
Examples:
Period: Modern, especially the 1970's.
Other terms: Butterfly sleeve, trumpet sleeve (long).
Examples:
A short angel sleeve seen on a cotton nightgown by Free People.
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"Greek gown" made with either slashed or angel sleeves, 1900, The Delineator
On the far right is an example of what was considered an angel sleeve in 1900. I would probably call this a hanging sleeve. |