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lining: partially lined

Washing instructions: Specialist dry cleaning

It's stretchy and forgiving around the waist

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My practical rules for flare placement Everyday casual: flare starts closer to mid-forearm for comfort Eventwear: flare can start closer to elbow for more drama Work-friendly: flare starts lower and the cuff opening stays moderate How I decide cuff opening size without guessing I check if the hand can pass through easily in pull-on styles I test daily actions in fitting typing on a laptop eating with utensils picking up a phone opening a car door I watch if the cuff brushes the knuckles too often A cuff width guide I use as a starting point Small detail that changes everything If the cuff edge is too light, it collapses and looks cheap If the cuff edge is too heavy, it swings stiff and feels costume Which fabrics make a bell-sleeve A-line dress look premium, not costume