Choosing Your Perfect Long-Sleeve Top, style picks and best brands
Author: Stylist at TellarDate: 2025
Long-sleeve tops serve many purposes: lightweight under layers, smart standalone blouses, or statement pieces. Finding the right fit—especially sleeve length, chest width, and body drape—can transform your look. That’s where Tellar.co.uk comes in.
📐 What is Tellar.co.uk?
Tellar.co.uk is the UK’s leading free sizing tool, matching your exact body measurements to garment fits from over 1,500 brands—from high-street staples to designer labels and boutique independents. Whether you're ordering from ASOS, Mum’s favorite indie brand, or luxury designers, Tellar eliminates guesswork.
Free print-or-order measuring tape so you can take precise measurements at home
tellar.co.uktellar.co.uk.Instant size matches using your bust, waist, hips, sleeve length, height—or by linking a size you already know.
Real-time brand-specific logic e.g., “COS runs true to size”, “We11done sleeves are extra long”
tellar.co.uk.Mobile-friendly, no app needed—use it when shopping across multiple retailers
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✅ Style Types & Recommended Brands
1. Everyday Basics: Long-Sleeve Tees & Slim Knits
Brands to try:
Uniqlo – reliable jersey basics perfect for layering (store: https://www.uniqlo.com/uk)
ASOS – affordable cotton tees in a range of fits (store: https://www.asos.com/women/)
COS – minimalist, heavier tees with cleaner structure (store: https://www.cos.com/en_gbp/)
Perfect for: simple layering, casual daywear, base layers under jackets.
2. Smart Shirts & Blouses
Recommended labels:
Reiss – polished shirts in luxe fabrics (store: https://www.reiss.com/gb/)
Mango – modern tailoring with crisp design (store: https://shop.mango.com/gb)
COS – structured yet minimalist shirts.
Ideal for: office wear, smart casual, dresses up or down with accessories.
3. Designer & Statement Pieces
Brands worth investing in:
COS & Reiss – elevated long-sleeve blouses that balance timelessness and style.
We11done – bold proportions; sleeves may run long, cropped lengths, structured cuts
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Great for: statement dressing, fashion-forward looks, standout details.
4. Boutique & Independent Labels
Size guides available:
Eterne – tailored fit with attention to sleeve and chest proportions
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tellar.co.uk.Circular Clothing – organic basics with consistent sizing notes
tellar.co.uk.Siedres – perfect for mesh or cropped long sleeves: sizing free via Tellar
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Best for: unique fabrics, limited runs, ethical production—style with personality.
Why Fit Matters – And How Tellar Helps
Sleeve & body length proportions vary significantly—especially important for tall or petite shoppers
tellar.co.uk.Brand-specific quirks: e.g. “Eterne tops run slightly cropped and fitted—measure sleeves and chest carefully”
tellar.co.uk.Structured cuts vs stretch fabrics: structured button-ups often require sizing up; jersey tops may fit true or small
tellar.co.uk.Save time and returns: One profile = accurate fit across every brand—high street, designer, boutique.
🔧 How to Use Tellar.co.uk
Print or order your free measuring tape
tellar.co.uktellar.co.uk.Record your measurements: chest, waist, hips, sleeve length, height (plus inseam if tall)
tellar.co.uk.Create your account or log in at Tellar.co.uk.
Use Store Size Lookup on any brand to see your exact size recommendation.
Shop confidently—real-time fit data means no guesswork, no returns.
🔗 Essential Tellar Links (All live):
Homepage & fit engine: tellar.co.uk
Measuring tape page: /measuring-tape
Long-sleeve size guides: /long-sleeve-sizes
Brand-specific database: /brands/long-sleeves
Eterne fit guide: /eterne-sizing-guide-find-your-perfect-fit-what-to-buy/
We11done sizing guide: /we11done-how-to-find-your-perfect-size-and-whats-worth-buying/
Circular Clothing guide: /circular-clothing-size-guide-what-size-am-i-in-circular-clothing-fit-advice-uk-sizing-help/
Siedres fit insights: /siedres-how-to-find-your-perfect-size-and-whats-worth-buying
Shop Recommended Brands
Style Category | Brand | Shopping Link |
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Everyday basics | Uniqlo | |
ASOS | ||
COS | ||
Smart shirts/blouses | Mango | |
Reiss | ||
Designer statements | We11done | (shop via boutique links in Tellar guide) |
Boutique labels | Eterne | (find stockists via Tellar guide) |
Monk & Anna | (shop via boutique links in Tellar guide) | |
Siedres | (check Tellar for retailer links) |
Final Takeaways
Style Versatility: Long-sleeve tees, blouses, knits, and statement silhouettes cater to every occasion.
Fit Precision: Sleeve length, chest width, body drape—key to a flattering look.
Budget Range: From high-street (Uniqlo, ASOS, COS, Mango, Reiss) to designer (We11done) and indie (Eterne, Siedres, Circular Clothing).
Sizing Confidence: With Tellar.co.uk, you measure once and apply accurate sizing across brands.
Cost & Eco Efficiency: Fewer returns means less waste—in both money and environment.
🔍 Ready to Transform Your Fit?
Order your free tape at /measuring-tape
Create your profile with accurate measurements.
Find your size in any brand using Store Size Lookup.
Shop long-sleeve tops—from basics to statement pieces—with confidence they’ll fit.
🧷 Stay Connected
Follow Tellar on social for sizing tips, style inspiration, and brand updates:
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Twitter/X:@TellarSizing
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Pinterest:TellarSizing
By blending smart style picks—from everyday tees to designer gems—with Tellar.co.uk’s real-time sizing technology, you’ll build a long-sleeve wardrobe that not only looks good but fits impeccably, every time.
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