Question: What can I wear to work when it’s boiling hot outside without exposing too much skin?
Answer: Dressing for the summer season is not as breezy as one might hope. While spaghetti straps, short skirts, shorts and flip-flops are not appropriate office attire, there are a few easy ways to keep cool while still looking and feeling sophisticated at work.
As working women, we need an outfit that can transition easily from day to night, so invest in one go-to dress that is both occasion-less, and travels well. A cotton shirt dress or an easy shift dress are both wardrobe staples for sweltering temperatures. Choose a floral print for femininity or white for a classic crisp feeling. Then let earrings, necklaces and bracelets dress up even the most basic shift.
Any woman darting in and out of air-conditioning can attest to the frustration of running hot and cold. A chic blazer is this season’s most stylish cover-up, or choose a lightweight cardigan to layer over short sleeves. Try belting it at the waist to define your figure or roll the sleeves up for an effortless look.
Most importantly, stay away from tight clothing and stick to wide-legged trousers in linen, or experiment with this season’s new skirt length — the midi. Try a printed button-up blouse or an airy smock shirt in sophisticated nude tones, however make sure linen and chiffon are worn with appropriate undergarments so bra straps and underpants are hidden.
And lastly, try a lightweight carryall in a neutral leather as your summer bag of choice.
The Weekly fashion team
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