# Modern Puffed-Sleeve Dresses This Retro-Modern Mini Dress Comes in a Lovely Forest-Green Color By Riley von Niessen | Published 2018-12-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffed-sleeve-dresses References: [urbanoutfitters](https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/shop/uo-velvet-ruched-short-sleeve-mini-dress?category=womens-new-arrivals&color=030) Those looking for a classic yet modern style to sport at an upcoming [holiday party](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-party-edit) will likely find the new puffed-sleeve dresses from [Urban Outfitters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-outfitters-2) appealing. Offered in a universally flattering forest-green color, the dresses are made soft velvet-like material. This material helps the slim puffed sleeves to hold their shape, and also allows for some dramatic ruching along the neckline as well. With a deep V cut at the neckline, the structured material that comprises the dress is more balanced, making for a design that is able to have a more versatile aesthetic that doesn't look dated. The puffed-sleeve dresses are currently available from the UO site, as well as from a selection of its in-store locations for approximately $80 ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern Puffed-sleeve Dresses:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate puffed sleeves into contemporary designs for a retro-modern aesthetic. - **Holiday Party Fashion:** Opportunity for retailers to offer classic yet modern styles for holiday party outfits. - **Structured Velvet-like Material:** Opportunity for textile manufacturers to create soft yet structured fabrics for versatile dress designs. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to capitalize on the demand for modern puffed-sleeve dresses. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Opportunity for textile manufacturers to produce velvet-like materials with structural properties. - **Event Planning:** Opportunity for event planners to offer fashion advice for holiday party outfits and styling. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autumn Occasion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-fall-dresses.md) - [Elegant Easy-to-Wear Shirt Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shirt-dress-collection.md) - [Embellished Holiday Party Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-party-edit.md) - [Opulent Holiday Apparel Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunette-the-label-3.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Holiday Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-tassel-pump.md) - [Captivating Valetine's Day Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petal-pups-latest-valentines-day-collection.md) - [Leopard Mini Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leopard-mini-dresses.md) - [Festive French Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/szanes-holiday-line.md) - [Fashion-Forward Bridal Party Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-and-fifth.md)