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The Ballet-Inspired Basic It Girls Are Trading Their Baby Tees For
Mark our words, this flirty three-quarter sleeve style is about to be everywhere.
Basics are the backbone of any good wardrobe, and with the continued rise of 90s minimalism and capsule wardrobe dressing, finding the perfect top to wear with our jeans, slip skirts and slacks has never felt more important.
For a while now, the baby tee has reigned supreme, but in 2026, we’re seeing a shift, with it girls all over reaching for tops with a little extra length in the sleeve. Hailey Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo have all agreed on one style in particular: the Rina Long Sleeve from Cou Cou Intimates.
Incredibly flattering, the viral style features a relaxed three-quarter bell sleeve that hits between elbow and wrist, a dipped front and gorgeous picot trim. Taking inspiration from Jane Birkin in the 60s, the top has an elegant ballet dancer off-duty energy. But given the boatneck style was also huge in the 90s, there’s a touch of Carrie Bradshaw and Rachel Green about it too that we’re very into.
Now, unfortunately for us in Australia, the Cou Cou Intimates top does come with a small international conversion fee and a slightly longer shipping time. If you refuse to compromise (and manage to find it in stock), it’s still worth the effort.
Cou Cou Intimates isn’t the only one doing great three-quarter sleeves, though. St Agni’s Soft Jersey Ballerina Top has a similar feel and will last for seasons to come. Pinky & Kamal has a wrap style that is really hitting that ballerina vibe. Neuw has just dropped a relaxed version with the same dipped front and bell sleeve shape that’s hard to go past. For max whimsy, With Jéan’s knit take, featuring beautiful crochet trim detailing, has our vote. Or for something affordable, Cotton On has a simple spin at a very affordable price.
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