Maxi Short Sleeve Dresses

A short sleeve maxi dress is a floor-length dress with shorter sleeves — usually covering the upper arm or shoulder. The length brings a sense of elegance; the shorter sleeve keeps the dress cool and easy to wear through warmer days. At Pink City Prints, every short sleeve maxi dress is handcrafted in Jaipur from soft cotton, using block printing, screen printing and embroidery.

By day, flat sandals, a straw bag and layered jewellery are all the dress needs. For evenings, swap to a wedge heel and a statement earring, or layer a cropped knit over the top as the temperature drops. The artisan print does the work — keep accessories simple. For a more relaxed wedding look, our strappy summer dresses offer the same artisan prints in a lighter silhouette.

Yes — the breathable cotton feels light against the skin, and the shorter sleeves keep the dress cool even on the warmest days. Our maxi short sleeve summer dresses are a quiet favourite for holidays, beach lunches, garden parties and warm-weather weddings.

A maxi dress with short sleeves in a richer block print or painterly floral works beautifully for garden weddings, beach ceremonies and summer receptions. Pair with a wedge heel or smart sandal, add statement earrings and a clutch, and you're set.

We recommend a gentle handwash or delicate machine wash in cold water, inside out. Always air dry to keep the colours vibrant wash after wash. Avoid tumble drying and do not iron directly on printed or embroidered areas. Always check the care label on your specific style.