19 Classy Three-Quarter-Sleeve Blouses That Magically Disguise Batwing Arms — From $4
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Aging, kids, life! Batwings happen to most of Us eventually, and they’re nothing to be ashamed of. But if they turn you off from tank tops and short sleeves, we feel you. That’s where three-quarter-sleeve blouses pull flattering magic, and get this: our favorite options start at just $4!
Chic, boutiquey and all sorts of slimming, three-quarter sleeves work behind the scenes to give you a look you’ll actually enjoy rocking. Not only do these designs effortlessly conceal your upper arms, but they also elevate your aesthetic. You’ll look slimmer and more confident wherever you go, so snag a blouse option for every summer occasion on your calendar. Nobody will ever know you’re trying to cover up!
19 Three-Quarter-Sleeve Blouses — From $4
1. Our Favorite: Throw on this polka dot top with white denim for brunch, and you’re done thinking about your outfit. The tie neck detail ensures it’s dressy enough for drinks later.
2. Crochet Chic: If basic tees feel boring but bold prints feel like too much, this crochet-trim blouse is the middle ground. The detailed hems add just enough flair to amp up basic bottoms.
3. Somewhere European: Stretchy fabric means exceptional comfort, and the busy print on this Mediterranean-print top keeps the eyes moving past trouble spots.
4. Mega Polished: When you need to look pulled together fast, this polished chiffon top is the ultimate solution. It’s still sleek and tailored, but the sleeves skim your arms instead of hugging them.
5. Yacht Wife: Cardigans feel heavy in July, but bare arms aren’t always the move. This summer-weight sweater solves both problems in one stylish piece.
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7. Boutique Vibes: Skip the overpriced boutique. This petal-sleeve top gives you the same look at a fraction of the cost, especially in the floral print.
8. Flower Girl: This layered ruffle top pulls double duty, adding visual interest while disguising the part of your arm you’d rather keep hidden. It’s playful in the best way.
9. Rich Mom Alert: Want to look like you spent triple? This classy floral blouse reads mega expensive, thanks to the designer-like print and clean shape.
10. Detail Person: Wear this classy everyday top to a long lunch and the girls will notice the small details. With a hint of texture, solid colors never looked so good.
11. Simple Stunner: Speaking of which, loud prints aren’t for everyone. This understated linen-looking blouse doesn’t scream for attention, which is sometimes the whole point.
12. Sassy Stripes: Bell sleeves and crisp stripes give this striped knit elegance, movement and structure. Better yet, the medium-weight fabric smoothes from every angle.
13. Mock-Neck Maven: Pair this mock-neck top with high-waisted trousers and you’ll look two inches taller. The vertical line is subtly elongating.
14. Cute and Classy: Wear this dressy-casual blouse to a school event, a midday meeting or a weekend lunch and feel perfectly dressed. It truly works for it all.
15. Luxe Linen: Pure linen wrinkles in minutes. Thankfully, this linen-blend top incorporates cotton to keep the airy feel. . . while actually surviving the car ride to dinner.
16. Budget-Friendly: Grab this budget-friendly top in two colors and keep one at the office for emergencies. At this price, why not?
17. Button-Up Babe: This printed button-up shirt brings sophistication that a simple blouse can’t match. Wear it tucked, knotted or open over a tank.
18. Cool Mom: A loose fit ensures that this relaxed T-shirt design nails the same easy, low-effort polish you’d find on the Upper East Side. Arm coverage is the ultimate bonus.
19. Expensive Aesthetic: Embroidery is the shortcut to looking like you spent more. This boutique-style blouse delivers that artisan feel without the markup.
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A look at Toronto’s lineup with Leonard on the verge of a return.Blake Silverman|
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Toronto RaptorsKawhi Leonard is slated to return to the Raptors to begin his 15th season. The last time he wore a Raptors jersey, he hoised the NBA Finals MVP trophy after leading Toronto to the franchise’s first and only title back in 2019.
After a seven-year hiatus, he’s on the verge of a return to Canada as the Clippers and the Raptors are nearing a deal that sends Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, a pick swap and two second-rounders to Los Angeles for Leonard, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Toronto will send L.A. an absolute haul for a 35-year-old player with just one year left on his contract. However, Leonard is coming off a career year where he averaged 27.9 points per game and he’s expected to engage with the Raptors on a two-year extension to keep him with the franchise through the 2028–29 season according to NBA insider Chris Haynes.
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Toronto makes a win-now move to contend in an Eastern Conference that’s only getting more competitive. The Knicks are coming off a championship season, Giannis Antetokounmpo joined the Heat, Jayson Tatum will have a full season with the Celtics, Tyrese Haliburton will be back for the Pacers and the young Pistons remain on the rise. Despite the improved opposition, the Raptors’ aggression to reunite with Leonard puts them next to the rest of the powers at be in the East. It’s a completely different team from 2019, Leonard’s sole season with the franchise, but he slides in nicely with a young star in Scottie Barnes and a local hero in RJ Barrett who helped the Raptors push the Cavaliers to seven games in the first round during the playoffs.
Now adding a seven-time All-Star who’s still one of the NBA’s best scorers, the Raptors have a legitimate shot to make another run to the Finals behind Leonard. Here’s a look at Toronto’s lineup with the highly-anticipated reunion being finalized:
A look at the Raptors’ lineup with Kawhi Leonard back in tow
The Raptors already had a top 10 defense with Barnes leading the way—now, they bring back a two-time Defensive Player of the Year in Leonard. He’s not the defender he once was, but that’s no issue for a team that’s already elite defensively. Toronto’s problem last season was on the offensive end of the floor with a 115.0 offensive rating—smack dab in the middle of the league. Ingram led the Raptors in scoring last season with 21.5 points per game, but he struggled mightily in five postseason games with just 12.0 points a night.
Adding Leonard brings some serious offensive punch to growing team as a much better scorer than Ingram. Dick brought Toronto shooting, but his minutes decreased drastically in his third NBA season, so his departure is not much of a loss for the Raptors.
With Ingram and Dick heading out and Sandro Mamukelashvili an unrestricted free agent after declining his player option, here’s a look at Toronto’s starting lineup and depth pieces with Leonard in the mix:
Player | Position | Projected role |
|---|---|---|
Immanuel Quickley | Guard | Starter |
RJ Barrett | Wing | Starter |
Kawhi Leonard | Forward | Starter |
Scottie Barnes | Forward | Starter |
Jakob Poeltl | Center | Starter |
Collin Murray-Boyles | Forward | Sixth man |
Jamal Shead | Guard | Bench |
Ja’Kobe Walter | Guard | Bench |
Allen Graves | Forward | Bench |
Trayce Jackson-Davis | Forward/Center | Bench |
Jamison Battle | Wing | Bench |
That’s all before free agency officially opens on Tuesday night, where Toronto will likely try to bring back Mamukelashvili, although that will be tough with many potential suitors on the open market and a crunched cap situation with the Leonard addition. There won’t be much wiggle room, but the Raptors will look to add some additional shooting and frontcourt depth if they lose Mamukelashvili, especially when you consider Poeltl’s health questions.
With plenty left to unfold, Toronto has a stacked lineup and solid depth pieces. Leonard gives the team some serious offensive firepower, and now on paper the Raptors have as good a shot as any team to make it out of the East.
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BLAKE SILVERMANBlake Silverman is a contributor to the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated. Before joining SI in November 2024, he covered the WNBA, NBA, G League and college basketball for numerous sites, including Winsidr, SB Nation's Detroit Bad Boys and A10Talk. He graduated from Michigan State University before receiving a master's in sports journalism from St. Bonaventure University. Outside of work, he's probably binging the latest Netflix documentary, at a yoga studio or enjoying everything Detroit sports. A lifelong Michigander, he lives in suburban Detroit with his wife, young son and their personal petting zoo of two cats and a dog.
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