UNDERARM DINGLE DANGLE (UADD)
As a nurse, you’re constantly using your arms, and it’s one of the areas of your body that people notice most. Here are some tips for picking a scrubs top that you can look and feel confident in while sidestepping the pesky underarm “dingle dangle” effect. Paying attention to these details makes all the difference!
 3/4 Length Sleeve Tunic |
 Cuffed Sleeve with Bicep Coverage |
DOs
- Opt for sleeves that hit slightly above or below the elbow, such as ¾-length sleeves. A sleeve that ends around the elbow is the most flattering length on any arm. It’s where the hem of the sleeve cuts the arm in half, or thereabouts, that makes the most visual “sense.” You can wear short sleeves that are at least 7 inches in length, as long as they hit below the bicep area.
- If you’re shy about showing the top parts of your arms, opt for styles in sturdy, higher-quality fabrics with good underarm coverage.
- Choose a fuller shoulder line and a modest neckline.
DON’Ts
- Avoid short cap sleeves that emphasize the unflattering bicep area.
- Avoid short sleeves that have ruffles, elastic trim gathered at the short-sleeve hem or cuffed caps.
- Avoid sleeves that are shorter than 7 inches in length.
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I have no butt, big thighs, and a big chest… Any suggestions
LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse
There were a lot of young/trendy fashions featured here. How about something for the older nurses? Also, I know I am not the only plus size nurse in the world. It would be useful to address the needs of women with plus size bodies. I certainly don’t want to be wearing low-rise pants, which would really look sloppy and wrong on an old mama like me, who has a kangaroo pouch!
A lot of the uniform companies have gone to making shorter sleeves–practically no sleeves at all–and I have to go a size up just to find a scrub top that will fit my arms! It’s sooooo annoying!