A Guide to Sleeve Types on eBay

 

 

 

Everything Sellers & Buyers Need to Know

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Why Sleeve Types Matter

 

 

 

  • Better Search Visibility: Listings show up when buyers filter by sleeve type.
  • Fewer Returns: Clear sleeve descriptions help avoid misunderstandings.
  • Professional Listings: Detailed listings boost buyer confidence.

 

 

 

 

 

Common Sleeve Types on eBay

 

 

 

 
 

1. Sleeveless

 

 

No sleeves. Common in tank tops, camisoles, sleeveless dresses.

 

 
 

2. Cap Sleeve

 

  

Short sleeves covering only the shoulder. Found in fitted tops and blouses.

 

  
 

3. Short Sleeve

 

  

Ends above the elbow. Seen in t-shirts and polo shirts.

 

 
 

4. Elbow Sleeve / Half Sleeve

 

 

 

Ends at or just above the elbow. Popular in knit tops and vintage dresses.

 

  
 

5. ¾ Sleeve

 

 

 

Ends between elbow and wrist. Often used in cardigans and baseball tees.

 

  
 

6. Long Sleeve

 

 

 

Full-length sleeves that reach the wrist. Common in shirts, sweaters, jackets.

 

  
 

7. Batwing / Dolman Sleeve

 

 

 

Loose, wide sleeves narrowing at the wrist. Seen in oversized tops.

 

  
 

8. Bell Sleeve

 

 

 

Flares out toward the wrist. Used in boho blouses and dresses.

 

  
 

9. Puff Sleeve

 

 

 

Gathered, puffed at the shoulder. Found in romantic blouses and vintage tops.

 

  
 

10. Raglan Sleeve

 

 

 

Diagonal seam from underarm to collar. Popular in baseball shirts.

 

  

 

11. Kimono Sleeve

 

 

 

Wide, straight sleeves cut as part of the body. Seen in kimonos and dresses.

 

  
 

12. Cold Shoulder

 

 

 

Sleeves with cutouts at the shoulder area. Common in trendy tops and summer dresses.

 

 

 

 

  

Summary Table of Sleeve Types

 

  
 
Sleeve Type Description Common Garments
Sleeveless No sleeves Tank tops, dresses
Cap Sleeve Short, covers shoulder Blouses, tops
Short Sleeve Ends above elbow T-shirts, polos
Elbow Sleeve Ends at elbow Knit tops, dresses
¾ Sleeve Ends between elbow & wrist Cardigans, tees
Long Sleeve Full-length sleeve Shirts, jackets
Batwing/Dolman Wide, narrows at wrist Oversized tops
Bell Sleeve Flares at wrist Blouses, dresses
Puff Sleeve Gathered puff at shoulder Dresses, tops
Raglan Sleeve Diagonal seam to collar Baseball shirts
Kimono Sleeve Wide, part of body Kimonos, dresses
Cold Shoulder Shoulder cutouts Tops, dresses

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seller Tip: Always include clear photos of the sleeves and measurements (especially for long sleeves) to help buyers make informed decisions.